John Legend, the acclaimed American singer and songwriter, released his rendition of “Silver Bells” on October 26, 2018, as part of his first holiday album, A Legendary Christmas. This album marked a significant milestone in Legend’s career, showcasing his versatility by embracing the festive spirit through a collection of classic and original holiday songs. “Silver Bells,” a beloved Christmas standard originally composed by Jay Livingston and Ray Evans in 1950, has been covered by numerous artists over the decades. Legend’s interpretation brings a soulful and contemporary touch to this classic, blending his smooth vocals with rich instrumentation to create a warm and inviting holiday atmosphere.
To complement the audio experience, an official “Yule Log” video for “Silver Bells” was released on YouTube. This video features a cozy, animated fireplace scene, providing viewers with a visual backdrop that enhances the song’s festive ambiance. The combination of the soothing visuals and Legend’s melodic rendition offers a perfect setting for listeners to enjoy during the holiday season.
John Legend’s version of “Silver Bells” stands out as a modern take on a classic Christmas song. His soulful performance, coupled with the accompanying Yule Log video, offers a delightful addition to holiday music collections, capturing the essence of the season with warmth and charm.
Video: Silver Bells by John Legend
Silver Bells Lyrics by John Legend
Silver (Silver) silver bells (silver bells)
It’s Christmas time in the city, oh
Ring-a-ling (Ring-a-ling), I hear them ring (Hear them ring)
Soon it will be Christmas day
City sidewalks, busy sidewalks
Dressed in holiday style
In the air there’s a feeling of Christmas
Children laughing, people passing
Meeting smile after smile
And on every street corner you hear
Oh they’re playing
Silver bells (Silver bells), silver bells (Silver bells)
It’s Christmas time in the city (La la la la la la)
Ring-a-ling (Ring-a-ling), hear them ring (Hear them ring)
Soon it will be Christmas day, ah
Strings of street lights, even stop lights
Blinking bright red and green
As the shoppers rush home with their treasures
Hear the snow crunch, see the kids bunch
This is Santa’s big day
And above all the bustle you hear
Oh they’re playing
Silver bells (Silver bells), silver bells (Silver bells)
It’s Christmas time in the city (La la la la la la)
Ring-a-ling (Ring-a-ling), I hear them ring (Hear them ring)
Soon it will be Christmas day, ah
Soon we will come together
We’re born to love each other
Just let those silver bells play
Yeah, people around the world can dance to the sound of Christmas day
(Christmas day)
Let them play all those silver bells (silver bells), oh, silver bells (silver bells)
It’s Christmas time in the city (La la la la la la)
Ring-a-ling (Ring-a-ling), ah, I hear them ring (Hear them ring)
Soon it will be Christmas
Come on now!
(La la la la la la)
Yeah, soon it will be Christmas, oh, Christmas day
Whoa
Soon it will be Christmas day
