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Let It Snow

History of Christmas Carols

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Title: "Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow" or simply "Let It Snow"

Author: This Christmas song was written in 1945 by composer/songwriter Jule Styne (1905 to 1994) and lyricist/songwriter Sammy Cahn (1913 to 1993).

Interesting Fact: This song was first recorded by Vaughn Monroe and released in 1946. "Let It Snow" became a huge hit, so much so that it inspired other artists to record it. Singers like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Jessica Simpson and Michael Buble all covered this song.

Lyrics (Excerpt):
Oh the weather outside is frightful,
But the fire is so delightful,
And since we've no place to go,
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

It doesn't show signs of pausing,
And I've bought some corn for popping,
The lights are turned way down low,
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

Music Sheet:Guitar Chords

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