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Last Christmas Lyrics: How the Song Can Be So Iconic?

Written and produced by George Michael, the song tells a simple yet emotional story of heartbreak, regret, and resilience, all wrapped up in a festive Christmas setting.

Last Christmas Lyrics: How the Song Can Be So Iconic?
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Written and produced by George Michael, the song tells a simple yet emotional story of heartbreak, regret, and resilience, all wrapped up in a festive Christmas setting.... Selengkapnya

Liputan6.com, Jakarta Released in December 1984, Wham!'s "Last Christmas" quickly became more than just a seasonal pop single—it evolved into a staple of holiday culture.

Written and produced by George Michael, the song tells a simple yet emotional story of heartbreak, regret, and resilience, all wrapped up in a festive Christmas setting.

Rather than focusing on joy and celebration, the song leans into the bittersweet side of the holidays: giving your heart away only to have it broken.

The contrast between the upbeat synth-pop production and the melancholy theme creates a unique emotional resonance that sets the song apart from other Christmas songs of its time.

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'Last Christmas' by Wham! Lyrics

Last Christmas I gave you my heart,

But the very next day you gave it away.

This year, to save me from tears,

I'll give it to someone special.

Last Christmas I gave you my heart,

But the very next day you gave it away.

This year, to save me from tears,

I'll give it to someone special.

Once bitten and twice shy.

I keep my distance, but you still catch my eye.

Tell me baby, do you recognise me?

Well, it's been a year, it doesn't surprise me.

"Happy Christmas" I wrapped it up and sent it

With a note saying "I love you", I meant it

Now I know what a fool I've been

But if you kissed me now, I know you'd fool me again.

Last Christmas I gave you my heart,But the very next day you gave it away.

This year, to save me from tears,

I'll give it to someone special.

Last Christmas I gave you my heart,

But the very next day you gave it away

This year, to save me from tears

I'll give it to someone special.

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Why the song can be so popular and iconic?

One of the reasons this song has become so iconic is its timeless sound.

The glossy 1980s production, with its shimmering synths and catchy melody, captures the energy of the decade while remaining accessible across generations.

George Michael's emotive vocals also equally mixed with the song, balancing intimacy and passion.

The accompanying music video, filmed at a snowy ski resort, visually reinforces the bittersweet story, giving fans a nostalgic glimpse of youthful romance and heartbreak in a wintry setting.

It's glamorous, relatable, and distinctly of its time, yet remains universal.

For decades, "Last Christmas" has become a holiday classic, re-entering charts worldwide every December.

Its popularity is driven not only by nostalgia but also by its adaptability.

Many artists have covered the song, from pop stars to indie musicians, that adds its layer of timelessness.

Despite its origins as a synthesizer-driven 1980s hit, the song remains memorable for its evocative reflection of the complex emotions often felt during the holiday season—joy mixed with longing, love mixed with loss.

It's this blend of melancholy and festivity that has cemented "Last Christmas" not just on Christmas playlists, but also in the broader pop culture canon, making it one of the most enduring holiday songs of all time.