Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! — Lyrics, History & Fun Facts

Let It Snow is a cozy and romantic winter song about the comfort of being warm indoors with someone special while a snowstorm rages outside. Although it never explicitly mentions Christmas, its wintry theme and association with the holiday season have made it one of the most played songs during December. Dean Martin's suave and charming 1959 rendition is the most iconic version and a pillar of the classic Christmas playlist.

The History of "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!"

Let It Snow was written by lyricist Sammy Cahn and composer Jule Styne on one of the hottest days of a Los Angeles summer in July 1945, as the two dreamed of cooler weather. The first recorded version was by Vaughn Monroe in 1945, but Dean Martin's 1959 recording became the definitive version and a perennial holiday favorite. Ironically, the song is technically a winter love song with no reference to Christmas or any holiday, yet it has become inseparable from the Christmas music canon. The song's theme of cozy indoor romance during a storm has given it lasting appeal across generations.

Fun Facts About "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!"

• It was written during a sweltering Los Angeles heatwave in July 1945
• The song never once mentions Christmas or any holiday
• Dean Martin's version, recorded in 1959, is the most popular despite not being the original
• Lyricist Sammy Cahn and composer Jule Styne wrote the song in just a few hours
• It has been covered by over 200 artists across multiple genres

Movies & TV Appearances

"Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" has been featured in the following movies and television specials:

• Die Hard
• Die Hard 2
• Bridget Jones's Diary
• The Santa Clause 3

Listen to "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!"

You can listen to "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" on all major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music. Search for the original version by Dean Martin or explore the many popular covers recorded over the years.