This Christmas Day (album)
This Christmas Day is the fifth studio album and first Christmas album by English singer and songwriter Jessie J, released on 26 October 2018.[2] The album features collaborations with the producers David Foster, Babyface, Rodney Jerkins, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis,[2] with the majority produced by David Foster.[3] Babyface is featured on "The Christmas Song" and Boyz II Men are featured on "Winter Wonderland".[4]
This Christmas Day | ||||
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Released | 26 October 2018 | |||
Recorded | August 2018 | |||
Genre | Christmas | |||
Length | 35:01 | |||
Label | Republic | |||
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Background and recording
The album was recorded in two weeks around Jessie J's R.O.S.E. Tour in 2018, in both Europe and Los Angeles.[5] Jessie J stated that her decision to create the album was "very last minute", and that working with the producers on the album was a "dream come true".[2]
On the album, "This Christmas Day" is the only original song, with lyrics written by Jessie J and production by Rodney Jerkins.[6]
Commercial performance
The second track from the album, "Man with the Bag", managed to peak at number 70 on the UK Singles chart.[7]
Track listing
No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town" |
| David Foster | 3:07 |
2. | "Man with the Bag" |
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| 2:43 |
3. | "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" | Johnny Marks | 2:19 | |
4. | "Jingle Bell Rock" |
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| 2:39 |
5. | "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer/Jingle Bells" |
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| 4:21 |
6. | "Let It Snow" |
| 2:05 | |
7. | "Winter Wonderland" (featuring Boyz II Men) |
| 2:43 | |
8. | "The Christmas Song" (featuring Babyface) |
| 4:05 | |
9. | "This Christmas Day" | Rodney Jerkins | 3:45 | |
10. | "White Christmas" |
| 3:26 | |
11. | "Silent Night" | Foster | 3:48 | |
Total length: | 35:01 |
Charts
Chart (2019) | Peak position |
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US Holiday Album Sales (Billboard)[8] | 44 |
US Top Holiday Albums (Billboard)[9] | 48 |
References
- "This Christmas Day - Jessie J : Songs, Reviews, Credits, Awards". AllMusic. Retrieved 18 November 2018.
- Wass, Mike (27 September 2018). "Seasons Greetings! Jessie J Announces Festive Opus, 'This Christmas Day'". Idolator. Retrieved 25 October 2018.
- "Jessie J is releasing a Christmas album featuring Boyz II Men and Babyface". RTÉ 2fm. 28 September 2018. Retrieved 25 October 2018.
- Lukarcanin, Emina (27 September 2018). "Jessie J Announces First Christmas Album, Feat. Boyz II Men, Babyface & More". Billboard. Retrieved 25 October 2018.
- P, Milca (30 September 2018). "Jessie J Releasing Christmas Album Featuring Boyz II Men & Babyface". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 24 October 2018.
- Jessie J (27 October 2018). "J E S S I E . J on Instagram: "My Christmas album 'This Christmas Day' IS OUT NOW 🌍🎄💋 This Christmas Day is the only original on the record. Written by me and produced by produced by @rodneyjerkins ✨❤️". Retrieved 28 October 2018 – via Instagram.
- "Man with the Bag | Full Official UK Chart History | Official Charts Company". The Official UK Charts Company. Retrieved 3 March 2020.
- "Jessie J Chart History". Billboard. Retrieved 6 January 2020.
- "Jessie J Chart History". Billboard. Retrieved 6 January 2020.