The Secrets Behind “All I Want for Christmas Is You”

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The song was released in 1994 and, since then, has captured the essence of Christmas and the holidays. Not only does Mariah Carey, an international superstar, sing the song, but there are so many interesting facts about its creation and its impact.

Mariah Carey performs live at the All I Want For Christmas Is You tour.

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Months before Christmas, the song is being played on the radio, in malls, and basically, everywhere you go. Ever wonder where the song came from, who wrote it, and how it became such a hit? Well, here are the facts you need to know about what has been labeled the best Christmas song to date.