Sadly this would be the last time he would perform the song on TV. It comes from The Danny Kaye Show which aired on Christmas night, 1963. By Christmas 1964, Nat was no longer performing. He was hospitalized, battling the lung cancer that would take him in February 1965.
So true...Frank Sinatra once said...Nat was the only performer that he sang with that was never ever off key even in rehearsals...amazing tribute to a good man with an amazing God given gift who brought happiness and joy to the world.
Towards the end of the song I don’t know if anybody noticed but the background when he was singing it turned to the sky now I know someone say that this was his last time performing this song because he would Sircome to cancer I think for me that’s a little eerie almost symbolizing that this was it for him and I was kind of sad but nobody song that song better than him the guy had charisma and everything else you can ever imagine
My favorite American Christmas song. He has an Angelic voice, and his music will live forever. Merry Christmas 2023 and a Happy New Year 2024. Wishing everyone Health, Love and Happiness. 💖💕💖
My very favorite version of this beautiful classic, even when the holidays are over. No one pours their soul & smile into this song more warmly than Nat King Cole - & nobody pronounces ChristMAS better !
Even as he was ready to expire, the great Nat King Cole produced a sound that left listeners spellbound. True talent and artistry never dies or even fades, it lives on forever in a manner that transcends our fragile existence. Nat King Coles heavenly voice crossed through the pearly gates to join the other Angel's in song.
A very special person and artist Makes me feel good about life whenever I hear him. A tone and timbre of sanity in a money-crazy naterialistic world. The spirit of Nat is sanity, calmness, love hope, and sharing. Thank God we can still feel that through all the great work he left. One of the best of the human species!
Very exceptional song. this song is so emocional for me. Every time i see brings me to my memory other times when i was a child and with my family celebrated the christmas. Unfortunely many people weren't with us this christmas. This song are for those whom far away in a travel with no return leaving a piece of our hearts a bit sad. Merry Christmas where ever you are. Thank you.
Sadly this would be the last time he would perform the song on TV. It comes from The Danny Kaye Show which aired on Christmas night, 1963. By Christmas 1964, Nat was no longer performing. He was hospitalized, battling the lung cancer that would take him in February 1965.
Hell of a way to bow out.
So sad, thank you for the comment I never knew it was his last performance but it was as amazing as his first no doubt
To me, this will always be the greatest Christmas song and performance. It doesn't get any better than this!
Just CAN'T have Christmas without Nat! :)
Not Christmas 🎄 until I hear Nat King Cole!
So true...Frank Sinatra once said...Nat was the only performer that he sang with that was never ever off key even in rehearsals...amazing tribute to a good man with an amazing God given gift who brought happiness and joy to the world.
@@user-mq9co4tl1w He and Nat were good friends. I love listening to his album during Christmas as well.
Hear, hear . . .❤❤❤
God rest his soul...Nobody's like him...Frank loved him...Rest their souls..
Love this man. CHRISTMAS is not Christmas without Nat King Cole.
There's no Christmas without this song
Good God, this man’s voice sounds like heaven
I heard he smoked cigarettes cuz it made his voice sound the way it did. But he does have a wonderful voice
Joey Hawkins very true, and very true. 💗💗
Natalie got her voice from her dad and her beauty from the Lord.
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He died of emphysema
He actually died of lung cancer. Unfortunately a lot of the singers of this era not only smoked but actually thought it was good for their voices.
My oldest child is now 47. Every Christmas morning since she was born, this song has been played at our house. And, of course, it’s sung by Nat Cole……
The most wonderful Christmas song ever and can only be sung by Nat the King Cole . My dads favourite 💗
Used to be my dads favourite too and mine
Towards the end of the song I don’t know if anybody noticed but the background when he was singing it turned to the sky now I know someone say that this was his last time performing this song because he would Sircome to cancer I think for me that’s a little eerie almost symbolizing that this was it for him and I was kind of sad but nobody song that song better than him the guy had charisma and everything else you can ever imagine
크리스마스에 가장 먼저 듣는 노래
The finest voice in my lifetime.
Jesus Saves I’m young enough to have been his great grandchild. I’m an 80’s baby and this song is so inspiring to me in my generation.
@@charmstarmusic6132 This song no doubt was the greatest Christmas song of all time. We all loved your great grandfather.
The only Christmas themed song that puts me in tears. It breaks me down the effect that man had on the soul of all aspects of his music.
From the Danny Kaye Show, 12/25/63. Nat's final TV performance of the Christmas Song.
Nat is the man
R. I. P.
MEMPHISROCKS1; Mr.Nat King Cole A Fantstic Vocalist And Performer.
Here we are 2021
My favorite American Christmas song. He has an Angelic voice, and his music will live forever. Merry Christmas 2023 and a Happy New Year 2024. Wishing everyone Health, Love and Happiness. 💖💕💖
His smile was just as warm as his voice
I'm speechless, just how golden his voice was..... then & now....🎄🎄🎄🌟⭐☃️⛄☄💜💛💚
My very favorite version of this beautiful classic, even when the holidays are over. No one pours their soul & smile into this song more warmly than Nat King Cole - & nobody pronounces ChristMAS better !
How could someone be so mega-talented...bless you Mr. Cole!!!
Even as he was ready to expire, the great Nat King Cole produced a sound that left listeners spellbound. True talent and artistry never dies or even fades, it lives on forever in a manner that transcends our fragile existence. Nat King Coles heavenly voice crossed through the pearly gates to join the other Angel's in song.
This man was blessed
wow merry christmas!
Happy 101 birthday Nat🙏🏽
The quintessential Christmas song sung by NKC. Beautiful!
Chills and goosebumps all over! What a voice
That's talent!
The Master of the art RIP
Yuletide carols at its best sung by the incomparable Nat king Cole.
For Me, It's Holiday Time; When I HEAR Mr. Cole's #Christmas Song. #LoveHIM
A very special person and artist Makes me feel good about life whenever I hear him.
A tone and timbre of sanity in a money-crazy naterialistic world. The spirit of Nat is sanity, calmness, love
hope, and sharing. Thank God we can still feel that through all the great work he left. One of the best of the human species!
They just don't make them like this anymore.
Always reminds me of Christmas at my grandmas miss my family
That voice! 😍
Wow what a voice... this has to be one of the best Christmas songs ever. Top 3 for sure
It's that time of year again...😊 tis the season everyone, happy holidays 2023 ❤
The Greatest Singer ever... singing the Greatest Christmas song ever.....
Perfection
Totally agree. This will never grow old...
Great..thanks for posting
Thank you so much for this.He was perfect in his singing.Nobody can match up to Nat.Merry Christmas!
Very exceptional song. this song is so emocional for me. Every time i see brings me to my memory other times when i was a child and with my family celebrated the christmas. Unfortunely many people weren't with us this christmas. This song are for those whom far away in a travel with no return leaving a piece of our hearts a bit sad. Merry Christmas where ever you are. Thank you.
My favorite Christmas song!
Thank you Nat,God Bless.
What a voice! 💚
I always love this song. Every year. Makes me feel young again, at home , at peace and happy... :")
always a joy to hear
Best!!!
Man he really clucthed that in the second half
When butter is as smooth as Mr. Cole
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God damn
I can’t believe this guy existed..goodness gracious
What do you mean? 🤔
Bing's white Christmas, & this are so very hard to choose #1....
awesome!!
Your right about that.
Who are the 3 idiots that gave this a thumbs down?
You can’t make memories from a rap about boogie til the cows moan
Only NAT can while others can not.
Covid got shit on the spirit of Christmas
This man was born grandpa
Nay Bing frank and dean are xmas
This was back when male singers sounded like men.
@Kevin Ate Nine, most DEFINITELY!