George Michael & Wham! Last Christmas The Origi... May 2026

The track was recorded in August 1984 at Advision Studios in London. To get into the festive spirit during the summer heat, Michael decorated the studio with Christmas lights and tinsel.

In February 1984, while visiting his parents with bandmate Andrew Ridgeley , Michael disappeared to his childhood bedroom for an hour. He emerged having written the introduction and the wistful chorus melody. George Michael & Wham! Last Christmas The Origi...

In December 2024, marking its 40th anniversary, the song made history by becoming the first track to occupy the UK festive No. 1 slot for two consecutive years. 3. Legacy and "The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" The track was recorded in August 1984 at

The song's enduring influence led to the 2019 film Last Christmas , which was inspired by Michael’s lyrics and received his blessing before his passing on Christmas Day in 2016. He emerged having written the introduction and the

"Last Christmas" is a perennial holiday anthem that has evolved from a 1984 pop hit into a global cultural phenomenon. While credited to the duo , the song was a singular feat of artistry by George Michael , who wrote, produced, and performed every part of the track at just 21 years old. 1. Creation in a Childhood Bedroom

The Story of "Last Christmas": A George Michael & Wham! Classic