December Will Be Magic Again
Kate Bush
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December will be magic again. Take a husky to the ice While Bing Crosby sings White Christmas. He makes you feel nice. December will be magic again. Old Saint Nicholas up the chimney, Just a-popping up in my memory. Ooh, dropping down in my parachute, The white city, she is so beautiful Upon the black-soot icicled roofs, Oh, and see how I fall. See how I fall ("Fall!") [backwards] Like the snow. Come to cover the lovers. (Cover the lovers, But don't you wake them up.) Come to sparkle the dark up. (Sparkle the dark up, With just a touch of make-up.) Come to cover the muck up. (Cover the muck up, Oh, with a little luck.) December will be magic again. Light the canDLe-lights To conjure Mr. Wilde Into the Silent Night. Oh, it's quiet inside, Here in Oscar's mind. December will be magic again. Don't miss the brightest star. Kiss under mistletoe. I want to hear you laugh. Don't let the mystery go now. Oh, dropping down in my parachute, The white city, she is so beautiful Upon the black-soot icicled roofs, Oh, and see how I fall. See how I fall ("Fall!") [backwards] Like the snow. Come to cover the lovers. (Cover the lovers, But don't you wake them up.) Come to sparkle the dark up. (Sparkle the dark up, With just a touch of make-up.) Come to cover the muck up (Cover the muck up, Oh, with a little luck.) Oh, I'm coming to cover the lovers. Oh, and I'm coming to sparkle the dark up. Oh, and I'm coming to cover the muck up.
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Written by: Kate Bush
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12 facts about this song
Release Details"December Will Be Magic Again" is a single song released by Kate Bush in November 1980. Despite being linked with Christmas due to its festive theme, the song wasn't included in any of Bush's studio albums.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 29 on the UK Singles Chart, showing its popularity during the holiday season.
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Song ComposerKate Bush wrote and composed "December Will Be Magic Again", showcasing her talent as a singer-songwriter.
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Atmospheric FeaturesThe song is noted for its whimsical and atmospheric sound, featuring twinkling piano and chimes, which add to its yuletide appeal.
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Rare Live PerformancesAlthough Bush is known for her limited live performances, "December Will Be Magic Again" was performed live on a couple of television programs in 1979 and 1980, including 'The Kate Bush Christmas Special'.
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Variant VersionsThere are two different versions of "December Will Be Magic Again". The first one is the 'Bongo' version (so called due to the prominent bongo drums in the arrangement), which Bush performed on TV, and the second one is the single version that was eventually released.
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Critical AcclaimDespite not being a chart topper, the song received positive reviews from critics for its enchanting arrangements and Bush's ethereal vocals.
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Non-album SingleInterestingly, even though it is one of Bush's most popular songs, "December Will Be Magic Again" has never appeared on any of her official studio albums.
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Use in MediaThis song has been featured in various Christmas music compilations, TV shows, and radio broadcasts, often played to signal the start of the festive season.
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Fan FollowingAlthough it wasn't her biggest chart success, "December Will Be Magic Again" holds a special place in the hearts of Kate Bush fans and is an essential part of many fans' Christmas music playlists.
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Creative LyricsThe lyrics of the song consist of Christmas and winter metaphors, such as "See how I fall like the snow", creating magical and dreamy imagery. The lyrics showcase Bush's knack for abstract and poetic songwriting.
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Commercial ReleaseThe song initially wasn't commercially available until Kate Bush's box set, "This Woman's Work", was released in 1990, almost a decade after its original release, and it is not available on streaming services.
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