The Christmas Song

The Christmas Song (often additionally indicated by the subtitle "Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire" or the original caption, "Merry Christmas to You") is a classic Christmas song from 1944 written by the musician, composer and singer Mel Torme and Bob Wells.

According Tormé the song was written during a hot summer. In an attempt to 'cool' to continue 'cool' thinking was the most played Christmas song born.

The Nat King Cole Trio in 1946 made ​​the first recording of the song. Cole made in 1953 and again in 1961, a recording of the song. Mel Tormé made a recording in 1954, and then in 1961, 1966 and 1992.