"World-peace
Can be achieved
When the power of love
Replaces
The love of power." -Sri Chinmoy
According to Hollywood television lore if rock star David Bowie hadn't professed his hatred for the song Little Drummer Boy, the performance of Peace on Earth would never have been created. Apparently, a mere hour or so before Bowie was scheduled to sing the now famous duet with legendary crooner, Bing Crosby on Crosby's 1977 Christmas program, writers scrambled to assemble a contemporary composition Bowie felt would showcase his range. In the end both vocalists were appeased and the result is the strangely beautiful but classic melody melding of generations. Also featured (follow the link) is the equally brilliant rendition of Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy by Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly for the website Funny or Die. (both versions are a personal and family favorite)
What are the top five most beloved Christmas songs of all time? Lists vary from source, website and family but below are five of the most consistently requested around the country and the world.
5. I'll Be Home for Christmas- Frank Sinatra
4. The Most Wonderful Time- Andy Williams version
3. A Christmas Song- Nat King Cole
2. Feliz Navidad- Jose Feliciano
1. White Christmas- Bing Crosby
