My childhood Decemebers were filled with version’s of this song. Over and over. Also, Wikipedia informs me that this was former President Richard Nixon’s favorite yuletide tune. So, game over.
I had a very tough time picking a ideal version, because there are a lot, and none clearly stand out. What I really love is a unique arrangment (without vocals) from Harry S Meane, though I can’t seem to find a trace of it anywhere. Thus, here is the original, first released in the middle of the century.
The Little Drummer Boy – Harry Simone
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i swear if i am religiously checking this and N*sync “Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays” is not on here…..we will have a major problem….
Oh you. Deep breathes and wait and see. 🙂