Christmas Interpretations

Boyz II Men | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 5, 1993)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Motown
• ASIN: B000001AKW
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #57,874 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Caveat emptor, as the Romans once said: Let the buyer beware. There is a very good reason why the word "interpretations" is used in the title. Anyone looking for classic, standard, note-for-note renditions of their favorite Christmas songs will not find them here. That said, anyone looking for a unique and stylized collection of soulful holiday songs will not be disappointed--especially those who are Boyz II Men fans. The Boyz's rich harmonies and soaring flights of vocal fancy are their sonic calling card, and they display their talents at every turn here. Their reverence for the holiday is particularly evident with their treatment of "Silent Night." "Let It Snow," "You're Not Alone," "Share Love," and "Cold December" are also included. Why "A Joyous Song" is not already a Christmas classic is hard to say. Here's one last warning: don't be surprised if you find yourself wanting to listen to some of these songs long after the holiday season is over. --Steve Gdula

From Parents' Choice®

With the huge popularity the vocal quartet Boyz 11 Men enjoys these days, this collection of holiday music makes a particularly "hip" gift for the pre-teen or teen on your shopping list. Rather than rely on holiday standards, the Boyz sing newly composed Christmas songs by a variety of tunesmiths.Virtually every track contains themes of love, concern for the homeless and one's fellow man, the joy of giving rather than receiving, and spiritual salvation. Not surprisingly, the Boyz's vocal harmonizing is rich, uncommon and wonderful, making the messages they carry that much more meaningful.

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE HOTTEST XMAS ALBUM, December 1, 2003

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ARELIS POMALES - See all my reviews

This review is from: Christmas Interpretations (Audio CD)

I HAVE 2 COPIES OF THIS CD. I CANNOT GET ENOUGH OF IT. THE SONGS ARE SO HEARTFELT.....I LOVE IT. ESPECIALLY. "WHY CHRISTMAS". ITS AWESOME. ITS GREAT TO HEAR ORIGINAL CHRISTMAS INTERPRETATIONS BY ARTIST INSTEAD OF THE SAME OL'''JOLLY CHRISTMAS CAROLS. DON'T GET WE WRONG I LOVE CHRISTMAS CAROLS...ITS JUST THAT NOT EVERYONE IS HAPPY ON CHRISTMAS ITS GOOD TO HAVE GLOOMY SONGS 2.....LOL

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Add this to your Christmas collection, November 13, 2003

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"gooner3" (Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Christmas Interpretations (Audio CD)

This is a great effort from the Boyz, I especially enjoyed their a capella version of Silent Night. Let it snow has become a new Christmas classic, this cd showcased the boyz' amazing singing and writing talent as well as their love of family and the holidays. And this cd should not be considered just for the holidays, it is catchy enough to gain regular rotation with your other cds. I only wished that the cd was longer.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great Christmas CD!, November 11, 2003

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"pg3" (Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Christmas Interpretations (Audio CD)

This is the best Christmas album I have ever heard. I bought this album on tape back when it first came out and I still listen to it every Christmas. My tape is starting to wear down so I need to pick up the cd very soon. Their soulful harmony is guaranteed to get anyone into the Christmas spirit. I have often found myself listening to this album whenever I needed a pick-me-up. This cd is one that every Boyz II men fan should get and anyone that loves Christmas songs will not be disappointed either.