All I Want Is a Christmas and the accompanying lyric video were inspired by the Covid-19 pandemic and the social impact it has had on society. Songwriter Fred Claridge reflects on last year’s “cancelled Christmas” and the fact that, for many, life in the run up to this Christmas is still feeling increasingly isolating. These themes are paired with a jovial look at certain billionaires (not naming any names, of course) choosing to spend their money on a space race rather than more important things like vaccination of populations in developing countries or the impending climate disaster. The song was recorded entirely at home by multi-instrumentalist Fred Claridge when he found himself isolated due to catching COVID-19 in October 2021.
All proceeds from the release will go to The Lowdown, a youth mental health providing free and confidential cancelling, emotional well-being and sexual health and LGBTQ support services for 11-25 year olds in Northamptonshire. Originating from Northampton, Sourced. are so pleased to be able to support this amazing charity.
lyrics
You’re telling me that we went to the moon but
50 years on and we’re scuppered
All I want is a Christmas
Nothing fancy family and friends should see it covered
You don’t what you’re missing
Until it’s gone from you
When I dream we’re just sitting down eating
That’s all I’ve been looking forward to
Jeff & Richard are sitting there squabbling
About some race to the stars
I say how about you put your money into something
Stop worrying about other planets and think about ours
Yeah think about ours
You’re telling me that we went to the moon but
50 years on and we’re scuppered
All I want is a Christmas
Nothing fancy family and friends should see it covered
You’re telling me that we went to the moon but
50 years on and we’re scuppered
All I want is a Christmas
Nothing fancy family and friends should see it covered
It’s still bound to feel different
Perhaps try not just thinking about yourself
Tell someone that you’re here to list
Don’t always rely on somebody else
On somebody else
You’re telling me that we went to the moon but
50 years on and we’re scuppered
All I want is a Christmas
Nothing fancy family and friends should see it covered
Yeah have a very merry Christmas Day
Just give them a call
Just give them a call anyway
Yeah have a very merry Christmas Day
Just give them a call
Just give them a call anyway
credits
from All I Want Is a Christmas,
track released December 10, 2021
Vocals, Guitars, Ukulele, Bass Guitar and Programming by Fred Claridge
Written and recorded by Fred Claridge
Mixed and Mastered by Ben Beheshty (www.benbeheshty.com)
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