About the song There’s No Place Like Home
“(There’s No Place Like) Home for the Holidays” is a Christmas classic written by Al Stillman and Robert Allen and originally recorded by The Carpenters in 1978. The song quickly became a holiday favorite and has since been covered by numerous artists, including Perry Como, Kenny Rogers, and Céline Dion.
The Carpenters’ version of the song is characterized by Karen Carpenter’s sweet and expressive vocals, the lush orchestration, and the overall heartwarming sentiment of the lyrics. The song speaks to the universal feeling of longing for home and family during the holiday season.
“(There’s No Place Like) Home for the Holidays” has become a staple of Christmas playlists and radio airplay around the world. The song is also featured in many Christmas movies and television specials. It is a popular choice for holiday celebrations and is sure to evoke feelings of nostalgia and joy.
Here are some additional facts about the song:
- The song was originally written for a television special called “Home for the Holidays.”
- The song was released as a single in 1978 and reached number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- The song has been covered by over 200 artists.
- The song has been featured in numerous films and television shows, including A Christmas Story, The Santa Clause, and Elf.
“(There’s No Place Like) Home for the Holidays” is a timeless Christmas classic that continues to bring joy to people of all ages. The Carpenters’ version of the song is a true gem and will continue to be treasured for generations to come.
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There’s No Place Like Home (Carpenters) Lyrics
Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidaysFor no matter how far away you roamWhen you long for the sunshine of a friendly gazeFor the holidays, you can’t beat home, sweet homeI met a man who lives in Tennessee, and he was headin’ forPennsylvania and some homemade pumpkin pieFrom Pennsylvania, folks are travelin’ down to Dixie’s sunny shoreFrom Atlantic to PacificGee, the traffic is terrificOh, there’s no place like home for the holidays‘Cause no matter how far away you roamIf you want to be happy in a million waysFor the holidays, you can’t beat home, sweet homeI met a man who lives in Tennessee and he was headin’ forPennsylvania and some homemade pumpkin pieFrom Pennsylvania, folks are travelin’ downTo Dixie’s sunny shoreFrom Atlantic to PacificGee, the traffic is terrificOh, there’s no place like home for the holidays‘Cause no matter how far away you roamIf you want to be happy in a million waysFor the holidays, you can’t beat home, sweet homeFor the holidays, you can’t beat home, sweet home