By Walter Kent & Kim Gannon1943
A warm yet melancholy Christmas standard that dates back to World War II, during which the lyric held a special meaning for soldiers stationed overseas for the holidays. Bing Crosby introduced the tune in time for Christmas 1943, and his version was shipped directly to those soldiers. A controversy ensued over the copyright when poet Buck Ram alleged that the title was stolen from a poem he had written. Some songwriting credits include Ram for this reason. Since WWII, it has become a standard expression of Christmas longing for families everywhere.
Lyrics:
I'll be home for Christmas,
You can count on me.
Please have snow
And mistletoe,
And presents under the tree.
Christmas Eve will find me
Where the love-light gleams.
I'll be home for Christmas,
If only in my dreams.
Recorded By:
Frank Sinatra
Perry Como
Al Green
Leon Redbone
Joe Williams
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