Some Holiday Cheer and Whatnot

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…

Okay, not really. But it’s certainly starting to feel like it outside. I’ve already placed handmade snowflakes in the window of my dorm room. And Starbucks has pulled out their holiday cups, and you know that when Starbucks pulls out the decorations, Christmas is finally here.

Actually, I started listening to Christmas music right after Halloween. Yeah, I’m one of those people.

Ah, yes, I can feel the judgment as I type this.

Hmph, whatever. No shame, no shame.

I’m sure all of you can’t wait to be home with your loved ones and homemade cookies and presents and snow and 25 Days of Christmas (because Christmas movies is one of the best parts of Christmas, uh-huh) and lastly, Christmas music (the absolute best part of Christmas!).

My mind is going blank – must be a symptom from studying too much. Christmas needs no explanation, anyway.

Here are some of my favorite songs that I always looked forward to every Christmas.

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So…good luck with finals and have a good break!

Ayolah

Baby, It’s Cold Outside – GLEE

Hate all you want, but this version is really lovely. I mean, come on, who doesn’t love some Klaine? I’m still in tears over their recent breakup.

Let It Snow – Boyz II Men

I love Boyz II Men, but I love this song even more. It’s so sweet.

This Christmas - Donny Hathaway

Self-explanatory.

The Christmas Song – Nat King Cole

Timeless, but I’m sure you know that. I hate it when people remake this song – no one does it quite like Nat does.

White Christmas – Bing Crosby

Santa Baby – Eartha Kitt

Yes, it glorifies the whole gold digger-sugar daddy complex and the whole issue with Christmas losing its true meaning because of presents and blah blah blah. Sultry and sexy, Eartha Kitt does it like no other.

Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town – The Jackson Five

It’s a nice little twist to the usuals, but I love it so it works well.

I feel like you guys are really going to judge me for this, but I’m including a few slow songs for the couples out there. Enjoy (but actually though).

Christmas Eve – Justin Bieber

Well, then. Cute, but it’s still rather suggestive, yeah? I mean, come on, Justin. “You leave some cookies out / Imma eat em all.” Chris Brown should have just put this on his album instead of just writing and producing it. It’s quite obvious Chris was involved with the making of this song.

All I Want for Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey

Santa Claus is Back in Town – Elvis Presley

This last one is strictly for your amusement. Enjoy your holiday!

Lonely Island – Dick In A Box

a “gleecap” of sorts…

Hey all!
So tonight at 8 is the season premiere of GLEE (!!!), and I figured I’d post some videos inspired by classic Glee favorites. Ready?

Okay, so this piece of “improvisational” genius is from Italy–apparently to celebrate the launch of the Jan. 2010 season.  Really, I wish I could see one of these in real life.  The best part is that it’s a mashup…don’t be deceived by the first few minutes.  Also, they chose some really fantastic numbers.  All the way from Rome…: Il Flashmob!

Another GleeMob (yes? no?)…really, these flashmobs are great.  And the first 75 seconds are really just too good.  And while the choreography in the first one is good, it’s clear that the first gleeks are really dancers.  Also also, I’m super loving the fact that the mob isn’t just tweens-college students, there are some mom- and dad-types in there too.  As the guy at the end says: “Why does that stop?! That should never stop! It should always keep going!” And the guy at 2:55…priceless. Watch and love:

I’ve got an international theme going…here’s one from Ireland.  Not to give a spoiler, but really, who doesn’t love some good air guitar? (1:48).

And finally, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.  The angle it’s filmed from is kinda odd, but it’s totally worth it! It’s pretty cool they coordinated this with people on multiple floors of the mall. Last but not least:

And if this gleecap isn’t enough, come by BU Central tonight at 8 for the season premiere! Hope to see you soon!

And thanks for reading =)

Reese