Last Christmas

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Behind the History and the Meaning of the song “Last Christmas” by ... (American Songwriter)

The group, which was formed in 1981, was comprised of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley. Thanks to songs like “Last Christmas,” the duo went on to become one ...

The song, which is about love and loss and includes upbeat music with sorrowful lyrics, was written by Michael when he and Ridgeley were visiting his parents. Now, this coming year, to save ourselves from tears, maybe the next 12 months ahead will be more special. Prior to that, the song held the record for the highest-selling single that never hit No. The group, which was formed in 1981, was comprised of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley. 2 in the U.K. Originally released in December 1984, the song was written and produced by George Michael.

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The incredible story of how George Micheal penned 'wonder' hit Last ... (Fortnite)

The incredible story of how George Micheal penned 'wonder' hit Last Christmas · The legendary singer penned the track in a "moment of wonder". · Kenny Goss ...

I think most people that turned up that day were really surprised when they saw all the cameras and everything – I was." opted to donate all of their Last Christmas royalties to the appeal. People were saying it’d be the Flying Pickets, and I knew there was a possibility that Culture Club might have released ‘Mistake Number Three’, but apart from that it looked like we had a clear run at the top. Adding a lyric that told the tale of betrayed love was a masterstroke and, as he did so often, he touched hearts." He said: "It was a moment of wonder. Each year the track hits charts time and again around the festive period, including last year when it finally reached number one in the UK charts.

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