Kelly Clarkson And Brett Eldredge Team Up For New Christmas Song

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On September 17, music lovers were gifted with an early holiday surprise as country star Brett Eldredge and pop icon Kelly Clarkson joined forces to release a brand-new Christmas song. This collaboration has quickly become a highly anticipated addition to holiday playlists everywhere.

Eldredge, who has embraced the title of “Mr. Christmas” due to his immensely popular holiday albums and tours, began teasing fans with hints of new Christmas music as early as July. Known for his warm, jazzy vocals and yuletide charm, Eldredge has made Christmas music a key part of his career. In a series of playful studio videos shared on social media, he hinted at something magical in the works, with nothing but his website and the ever-intriguing eyeball emoji as clues.

For fans who followed the breadcrumb trail to Eldredge’s website, they were treated to a festive redesign, complete with holiday imagery and a fun nod to Clark Griswold’s iconic moose eggnog glass from the beloved movie National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.

As September approached, Eldredge turned up the excitement even more. On September 10, he teased another clip that included a recording session with a mysterious female voice. It didn’t take long for fans to identify the powerful vocals as belonging to none other than Kelly Clarkson, sparking a frenzy of speculation and excitement.

In his social media post accompanying the teaser, Eldredge wrote, “I’ve been working extra hard all year (with the help of some of my talented friends) to make this an extra ‘Sweet December’! More to come soon:)”

Clarkson, known for her extraordinary vocal range and versatility across genres, brings an unmistakable magic to any holiday track she touches. Her previous Christmas songs, including the fan-favorite “Underneath the Tree,” have cemented her place as a modern queen of holiday music. Teaming up with Eldredge, the pair is sure to deliver a Christmas anthem that blends country warmth with pop vibrance, perfect for the holiday season.

As we eagerly await more details and listen to this festive tune on repeat, it’s clear that Kelly Clarkson and Brett Eldredge are ready to make our holidays even brighter. This collaboration promises to bring plenty of cheer and joy to music lovers as they prepare for the most wonderful time of the year.