Today, I’d like to introduce you to an unexpected duo: Bing Crosby, a renowned old-time star, joined forces with the young David Bowie to deliver a mesmerizing rendition of the beautiful Christmas song “Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy.”
After a short comedy skit, the pair captivated the audience with a slow-burning rendition of “Little Drummer Boy,” initially harmonizing before Bowie’s voice soared, taking on the lead tenor vocal, while Crosby delivered a resonant baritone part.
During this particular part of the song, Bowie sang the lyrics from “Peace On Earth” while Crosby intertwined lyrics from “Little Drummer Boy,” creating an intriguing mashup that blent seamlessly. This extraordinary collaboration was recorded way back in 1977 but has recently gained widespread attention since its release this year as part of the compilation album, “Bing Crosby’s Christmas Gems.” You can witness their remarkable duet in the video provided below.
