Song
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is a 1970 song by The Temptations, 2:40 long. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Christmas song themes.
Released 1970 Length 2:40
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Opening track of The Temptations' first holiday album, The Temptations' Christmas Card, released by Gordy (Motown) in October 1970, with Eddie Kendricks and Melvin Franklin on lead. A Motown vocal-group take on the song Gene Autry made a hit in 1949.
Performance tips
- Play the contrast between a high tenor lead and a deep bass lead for laughs and charm.
- Keep it light and swinging.
- Great for a group of friends who want a goofy Motown moment.
In these themes
Karaoke versions
There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its catalog.
- Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" karaoke
Other versions
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed ReindeerOriginal by Gene Autry1949
- The TemptationsAlso recorded this song
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