Olivia Rodrigo and Jacob Collier teamed up to deliver a stunning a cappella rendition of the holiday classic “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” The video, shared by Collier on December 8, showcases Rodrigo’s smooth vocals paired with Collier’s intricate harmonies layered throughout the performance.
Rodrigo opens the clip greeting Collier with a hand heart before launching into the soft, pitch-perfect cover of the Bing Crosby hit. Their collaboration revives the song, which originally dates back to the 1940s and gained renewed popularity by reaching No. 50 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2021.
Jacob Collier captioned the video, “I’ll Be Home For Christmas with my dear friend @oliviarodrigo,” accompanied by a festive Christmas tree emoji. The duo sings the nostalgic lines, “I’ll be home for Christmas/ You can plan on me,” while their layered vocals create rich, breathtaking harmonies that captivated viewers.
The performance quickly earned praise, including from one of Rodrigo’s idols, Sheryl Crow, who commented, “Ok MIND BLOWN.” This admiration is mutual, as Rodrigo has expressed deep respect for Crow, who presented her with Woman of the Year at Billboard’s Women in Music Awards. Rodrigo regarded this honor as very meaningful.
In return, Rodrigo helped induct Crow into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, describing the experience as an honor and calling Crow “equally as kind as she is talented.” Crow, in turn, highlighted Rodrigo’s authenticity and songwriting skills during a 2023 appearance on The Tonight Show.
This unexpected duet combines Rodrigo’s youthful energy and Collier’s musical genius, offering fans an early festive treat. Their selection of “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” connects past and present holiday traditions through a fresh and heartfelt musical exchange.
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