Merry Christmas, Baby [ Otis Redding ]
“Merry Christmas, Baby”
Artist: Otis Redding
Songwriters: Lou Baxter & Johnny Moore
Genre: Soul / R&B / Christmas
Album: The Soul Album (1968)
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Otis Redding’s version of “Merry Christmas Baby” is a soulful, heartfelt take on the classic R&B holiday standard originally written by Lou Baxter and Johnny Moore. Recorded in 1968, Redding’s rendition infuses the song with his signature vocal grit and emotive delivery, giving the seasonal favorite a warm, energetic, and unmistakably Southern soul feel.
Redding’s performance transforms the classic into a lively, toe-tapping celebration, balancing playful lyrics with raw emotional power. Though never a chart-topping single, his rendition has endured as a beloved holiday favorite, widely included on Christmas compilations and playlists.
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