Brenda Lee shares the story behind her holiday hit Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree

Brenda Lee is the voice of the iconic holiday song Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, which turns 65 this year. She tells Tom Power about recording that song at just 13 years old, how having the song in Home Alone changed its popularity, and what it was like knowing The Beatles before their massive fame. Follow and subscribe to our podcast: Q with Tom Power is a daily conversation with the artists, writers, actors and musicians who define this cultural moment in time. The conversation is informal, wide-ranging, playful, and allows the artist to explore their art and the contexts that have shaped them through their career. Visit for more! Follow us on Instagram: Or Twitter: Or Facebook: