DAVID FOSTER NATALIE COLE GROWN UP CHRISTMAS LIST

NOW A CHRISTMAS CLASSIC, ENJOY.
FROM DAVID FOSTER FAN CLUB

[@nmontesinos67]

A lot of people have re-recorded this song but Natalie Cole sings it the best.

[@74Voyeur]

Agree 110% One of my go-to Christmas songs, along with John Lennon's War is Over

[@audleymclean2983]

I think this is the original since she's singing it with the original songwriter, David Foster.

[@cherrylewis3110]

I agree completely, Natalie Cole sings it best

[@chasenip2]

Natalie is the first singer of this song, and I love this simple arrangement, but Monica’s version is my absolute favorite Christmas song.

[@stanleycherian1653]

Absolutely agree!!

[@Spectacular66]

David Foster couldn't have picked a better artist to do this song with. May her soul rest in peace.

[@dtl081349]

+Spectacular66 He's a pig!

[@marvincameron1719]

Totally disrespectful.....he choose the BEST artist for the song.

[@yemaster9000]

@@marvincameron1719 you just called OP disrespectful but said the exact same thing they said

[@kathykay6602]

Oh man...David Foster was so young, so gorgeous....Natalie was as talented as her father. RIP Natalie.

[@leehayton]

David Foster can write a damn good tune I tell you 👍

[@alfredng825]

It's 2021 and I'm still listening to this song, every year, without fail. Thank you Nat, and may your soul forever rest in peace.

[@elizabethdelong6431]

Brava Natalie❤

[@LinkMaster5555]

2023

[@audreyjohnson1019]

It's 2023, and I'm hearing it for the first time. Brought tears to my eyes😢😢

[@edwardwilliams2438]

This song should be the anthem for the entire world...regardless of season. The lyrics are so spot on..and Natalie and David do such a bang up job. Thanks for the post!!!Kudos to All!!

[@dhenderson1810]

Unfortunately, one of the greatest female voices on the planet is no longer with us. R.I.P. Natalie Cole. In this year, where many singers have died, Natalie gets forgotten about on a lot of retrospectives, and more attention is paid to Bowie, Prince etc. I always remember Nat's performances on "Christmas In Vienna". Powerful stuff, and an underrated talent. Now, she can see her father again.

[@gwendolyncox-roberts7323]

A song that David Foster gave to us. What a gift of true love for our world and all that is in it! Natalie Cole was a delicate gifted musician using her voice so well.

[@v-zixbrexit8689]

What a lovely voice Natalie had, free of all the yodelling embellishment and croaky noises so many singers today like to indulge in. Her singing was pure, straight, and pretty.

[@TheAnitam3]

She learned from the best. Papa Nat Mr. Christmas.

[@davejoseph8578]

I know Natalie had her demons to deal with, but she NEVER surrendered that talent, straight from the Creator! Natalie was the very definition of an artist who could interpret a song...a lyric and make us feel the things we were to inhibited to feel, emotions that we tucked away, and love we were too shy to let go. This song, especially required a sensitivity and simplicity from a pure talent. She bared her soul and let us in...a privilege that fortunately will live on through her recordings. Kudos to you David Foster for not only writing a beautiful, classic song but having the foresight to let one of the world's great talents sing it for us. God bless you Natalie!

[@maciekzgudka2]

This is the original version of this song and its so beautiful... I remember when it came out in 1989 Christmas season and it stuck with me ever since. The arrangement is perfect and Natalie’s voice is full of emotion. Everytime i hear this version i can’t help but listen to it carefully.

[@Renley1]

I refuse to listen to anyone else sing this but Natalie and David........she is the only one who can bring me to tears on this each and every time I hear it. Simple and not overdone. Splendid.

[@fern828]

It brings tears to my eyes, too. It really touches your heart❤

[@ianskyreg460]

It's 2023 and almost another New Year is coming and I still love to listen to Natalie's original rendition of this simple but powerfull song.I feel sad for the world because life is becoming harder nowadays,humanity is declining.This Grown-up Christmas Wish will always be our wish,hoping it'll all come to reality.

[@1712Alfred]

Best version ever of this song. Merry Christmas 2019! 🙏🎤

[@angelswings7024]

This is the best (and original) version of this beautiful Christmas (carol) song. Natalie Cole's rendition of this lovely song was simply beautiful. David Foster was great playing the piano and providing background vocal (2nd voice) to this No.1 favourite Christmas song of mine for all time. 😉

[@Jinaria101]

Phillip Wong this is the original singer of this song? I thought amy grant made this song i mean her voice fits this song just as well

[@angelswings7024]

ピンク101 Natalie Cole is the original singer.

[@Jinaria101]

Phillip Wong wow the more you know

[@Topside27]

@@Jinaria101 Amy Grant recorded it a couple of years later on her Christmas album, but Natalie Cole was the original singer circa 1990. Amy Grant also added a lyric to the song for an updated writing credit on the song for the 1992 version. Another great cover is Kelly Clarkson's version. But I think this is the best and original.

[@audleymclean2983]

@@Jinaria101 ..This is the original since she's singing it with the original song writer David Foster, so it must be the original.

[@bonnievansickle9714]

I love Natalie Cole. That was beautiful!

[@faridatheabundancequeen2957]

I jump here bcoz Mr David reposted this song where he was playing the piano and asked his follower on his IG to sing with him. ❤dec 8,23

[@jl3449]

This song is way underrated.

[@kathleentyson6727]

This song always makes me cry but even more now that our country is in such and peril and division anger boiling over hatred spewing forth from people our country is divided and I'm frightened the lyrics to this song are pertinent right now

[@Tabbycatify]

Me too....this song and the Lords Prayer by Sheena Easton grab my heart every time

[@hacikistanbul2543]

This is one of the best Christmas songs ever and performed flawlessly by Natalie Cole !! I can listen to this song all day long !!!

[@annettemurphy2317]

One hell of a beautiful song Natalie really sung this song David Foster did his thing on the Ivory. A song to forever remember

[@jdjking]

Her voice!!!!!! Her style, tone, musicality will never be forgotten. Rest In Heaven... (project 52)

[@terrygibbs7824]

James Darling Jr Truth

[@yasumotty_india]

I'm from Japan and I've been listening to this beautiful and sacred song since I was a little child. Today is the Christmas day of 2023. I hope that everyone in the world will be able to live in peace.

[@bobbym.2130]

Love when they both come in at 1:03 and 2:23 back-to-back!

[@normwilliamson2990]

Didn't know david sang.. natalie is a angle.. given to us ...now she is looking over us.. miss her.. her light. Joy. Peace

[@lalainenash2006]

This is the best version of this song with David Foster and Natalie Cole singing together.

[@viaburgos]

Is it wierd that I'm listening to this in May?

[@labradoreadore]

viaburgos no ... beautiful Music should be listened to anytime your heart desires. Merry Christmas 2017?🎄

[@ifeaadesola]

No, it’s not because I’m listening in May of 2021

[@tommoore4128]

Natalie Cole sang this so beautifully. May she RIP.

[@coppermo]

the prettiest christmas song and the best meaning of the holiday. if only more human beings could get the meaning.

[@lhudson4377]

I love and miss you Natalie❤❤ You have never looked and sounded more beautiful. 😢

[@sonyadrake7843]

She performed this Classic with the London Symphony Orchestra 🎤🎹🎻🎶🎵 Ms. Natalie 🙏🏾 you are truly missed and you and your Son are eternally together 🙏🏾 Gone too soon! 🕊️

[@Mark2074Leo]

I don't hear this version on the radio anymore. Natalie Cole is the original and best version. Thank you Natalie and David Foster for a wonderful deep moving Christmas Song. The other song I don't hear anymore these days is "Here is Christmas" from the Ann & Nancy Wilson (Heart). That is my 2nd favorite.

[@timbuk1126]

This is MY Christmas song! Natalie was taken from us too soon. Now she's singing for the angels and her beloved daddy. sniff sniff :(

[@saliamatheny5300]

Clay C. 0

[@Mullemeck81]

No more lives torn apart That wars would never start And time would heal all hearts... Mary Christmas everybody!

[@walterfechter8080]

I'm thinking that Natalie is singing this wondrous tune with her father Nat in Heaven this Christmas 2021. Thanks, Natalie Cole and David Foster! A Hopeful and Love-filled Christmas 2021 to one and all -- in Heaven AND on Earth! Remember in prayer those who lost loved ones and their homes during the horrific tornadoes of December 10, 2021 and a few days later. God in Christ, provide all of them with a true Heavenly miracle.

[@trezlorenz]

So beautiful- Natalie is one of a kind! David is such a unique and talent songwriter!

[@songserenade2210]

How beautiful can a song be,just lovely.Five stars.👍🌎🎤🎄💐🎺🎹💝🎀🎷🎁🎸🎻🎼 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@butchzamora]

Original singer of this song - Natalie Cole. Best version - straight singing no runs and inuendos, just simply elegant voice for Christmas.

[@massagemodality366]

I want that hair style. Straight up 80.s classy. She's always the best.

[@raymanbert740]

Beautiful - Natalie's features are so much like her Dad!!

[@dhenderson1810]

This version always makes me cry. Very beautiful!

[@ExclusiveLM]

>>Hey guys........if you like "My Grown Up Christmas List" Mariah Carey's ex boyfriend Luis Miguel does the BEST verson of this song EVER. Just look up on youtube the following...... Luis Miguel Mi Humilde Oracion.... You won't be sorry :)

[@Metatron141]

Beautifully sung Natalie. You bring this quiet song to life. This is the only version worth listening to. Amazing.

[@SuperCarver2011]

This beautiful Christmas song carries a message that will live on forever. The wish above everything else in a troubled world today .is that elusive Peace on Earth. No more lives torn apart, That wars would never start, and time would heal all hearts. Every man would have a friend That right would always win and love would never end.. This is my grown up Christmas list.

[@nickyfarrell3024]

Heartfelt!.....Made my cry. so appropriate for the times that we're living in, just look at what we're going through right now. I agree 100% with Bobbie 1957. It's definitely the second best Christmas song of all time. There's no question about, the Christmas song by her father is #1. In my opinion The four most beautiful Christmas songs are: (1) The Christmas song by Nat King Cole. (2) Grown up Christmas list by Natalie Cole. (3) Someday at Christmas by Stevie Wonder. (4) White Christmas by Bing Crosby. Let's hope that someday that all of these wishes on this list will be granted. Maybe it won't be in our lifetime ----But maybe, someday Merry Christmas to all of you!!!!!

[@lanau45]

+Nicky Farrell Merry Christmas Nicky and I hope some day all this will come to be as well :)

[@canaanclb]

Have you heard the song, "Old City Bar" by the Trans Siberian Orchestra? It's not only my favorite Christmas song, it's my favorite song of all time. You should check it out.

[@werecrocodile]

Merry Christmas :)

[@SweetDennyD]

By far, the best performance of this song, which I have loved for several years now, and consider a Holiday/Christmas classic! Thanks, David and Natalie!

[@aldoa.a.a.6703]

Would love to go back in time when when life was simple and Xmas ment a lot to people. I guess I'm old stock and still believe in old time growing up. Simple time but best time.

[@q21a27]

I miss Natalie Cole so much. RIP.

[@Thethreebesties4ever]

Original and the best version♥️

[@jadtv_]

Do you remember me I sat upon your knee I wrote to you With childhood fantasies Well, I'm all grown up now Can you still help somehow I'm not a child But my heart still can dream So here's my lifelong wish My grown-up Christmas list Not for myself But for a world in need No more lives torn apart That wars would never start And time would heal all hearts Every man would have a friend That right would always win And love would never end This is my grown-up Christmas list What is this illusion called The innocence of youth Maybe only in their blind belief Can we ever find the truth There'd be no more lives torn apart And wars would never start And time would heal all hearts Every man would have a friend And right would always win And love would never end This is my grown-up Christmas list This is my only lifelong wish This is my grown-up Christmas list

[@clarascott5264]

Oh by the way Natalie’s version was also the first and best sung ❤❤

[@clarascott5264]

RIP Legend Natalie Cole 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤❤

[@paulie4450]

For me this version is the greatest Christmas ballad of all time.

[@LERONMORTON-fz8em]

THIS IS THE BEST VERSION OF THIS WONDERFUL SONG BY THE LEGENDARY NATALIE COLE 🤗🤗❤️❤️ THANK YOU QUEEN 😃😃😍

[@leronmorton521]

NATALIE COLE AND DAVID FORSTER WE'RE VERY GOOD FRIENDS 😅😅 THEY DID GREAT MUSIC TOGETHER 👍👍 ...R.I.P. SWEETIE 😥😥

[@elizmsmith]

Credit due for the writer of the LYRICS, Linda Thompson Jenner. Put to great music by David Foster. Sung beautifully by Cole, Grant, and Clarkson.

[@LERONMORTON-fz8em]

NATALIE COLE AND DAVID FOSTER SOUNDING GREAT TOGETHER 🤗🤗🎄🎄🤩🤩❤️❤️

[@bellican48]

What a beautiful voice what a fantastic song, well written , loving ❤ this so much, merry Christmas to everyone

[@annettemurphy2317]

David Frost wrote and produce this song amazingly beautiful.

[@LSFP]

So beautiful!!!

[@inane5020]

The great Leah Salonga ❤

[@albinoiizabala471]

Your version is lovely as well. 😘

[@LERONMORTON-fz8em]

MY FAVORITE FEMALE SONGSTRESS OF ALL TIME NATALIE COLE 🤗🤗❤️ THANK YOU QUEEN FOR THE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC LEGACY YOU LEFT BEHIND 👍👍😥😥MISS YOU 😥😥❤️❤️

[@thewilster1000]

You can feel the beauty of this song when Natalie sings it. Number 1 in my book.. Thanks Natalie and Dave for a beautiful CHRISTmas song...

[@weightgainers]

Natalie- thank you for your beautiful music with that beautiful voice! There will never be another Natalie Cole! We'll miss you!

[@seatlesurfer]

This song brings tears to my eyes! The message is so heartfelt. The melody is beautiful. David Foster is a creative genius, and Natalie Cole is a remarkable talent! I also recommend: The Spirit Of Christmas by John Starley Allen (new version) If you're like me, your eyes will tear up....

[@derrellgreen3036]

Such a relevant and beautiful song!!

[@sliv812]

Still my favorite version. You can't beat an original.

[@NeilerFreak]

Natalie this beautiful song will live on forever. you will be missed my love .x

[@marion71355]

Natalie was the first artist David asked to record this song....that's why this version is so special!

[@foenanderbrothersfoenander8186]

SO sad today, Love alway RIP natalie

[@craiga.ballard8032]

Wow... its june 3,and this very beautiful woman and the talented man ;have got me listen to Chistmas music.what a beautiful song..!!!

[@labradoreadore]

This song and version will always be one of my top three Christmas songs, with ‘O Holy Night’ and ‘Mary Did you Know’. Bless you in Heaven Natalie, singing forever with your daddy.♥️🎶♥️🎄 Merry Christmas 2017 everyone🕊 Pray for Peace ☮️

[@tombarzey7964]

My top 3 along Our First Christmas by Alexander O'Neal!

[@toma4279]

I think this has become my favorite Christmas song. Natalie's version is the first one I heard way back in the 90's and is my all time favorite. Natalie had a great voice.

[@LindaWilliams-lg9ho]

After the heart breaking events of today, I certainly need a grown up Christmas list. This is so beautiful.

[@okamsug]

I remember this song as a teen. This Christmas song really suited her voice, just like her father when he sang The Christmas Song.

[@interestingvids-hx2sq]

A big artist with a unique voice Natalie Cole sang some beautiful songs over the years and this was a true gem She was one of the best female vocalists and unfo she left us too soon like Whitney Houston A really moving song

[@nbuehster]

"Every man would have a friend" Every time I hear that, I think about how I go through a lot of pain and stress, and, other than my family, I don't have anyone to turn to. :( Now I don't have to go through as much stress, (2002-2022) but I still wish I had a friend.

[@laurenellinger2082]

My favorite contemporary Christmas song

[@JivinJane]

No more lives torn apart, no wars would ever start, and time will heal our hearts, this is my grown-up Christmas list, not for myself but for a world in need. Oh, Syria, help for you now. What can we do?

[@emilymalden3310]

This song is a modern classic. If only the world was like the lyrics, but human nature does not operate like that sadly. Sadly Natalie's only child and son died this year in his late 30's. Very sad.

[@jbbc77]

How can anyone NOT love this beautiful song. Wow it blows my mind.

[@kristinshaw7497]

What a beautiful song! Clearly not new, but I've kind of discovered it for real this year and have listened to it a hundred times or so it seems. Lovely.

[@jeaniesmith5766]

Really missing you this Christmas Miss Natalie

[@renettaepherson553]

L)

[@eduardosuson3632]

Effortless with clear voice. Love u miss Cole. Really touched my heart.

[@judithhayes6499]

I am a published writer and had the honor of interviewing Natalie. She was as sweet as her beautiful song!

[@yosiamahardinanwijaya]

This is theme song for myself to chirstmas 2023 ❤

[@jjyy.4151]

I wish David Foster was my friend.. Much respect for his talent.. He's a genius!

[@davejoseph8578]

I miss you Natalie, and I know you're missed the world over. What a simple, beautiful and emotional interpretation of this wonderful song. Kudos David Foster! Another masterpiece in a long line of great music. This one is and will remain a Christmas classic. I know you're singing for the Creator right now...

[@dimar7641]

It's 2023..... Never knew David Foster could sing ! This is the best Christmas duet .

[@angelibelgrave5808]

Best version, nobody can equal. I miss you Natalie...

[@PixieTheRabbit]

Best version of this son. Absolutely beautiful.

[@BeverlyP217]

BEAUTIFUL

[@robingarcia8645]

What a moving angel's voice! Can't believe she's gone, she graced the airwaves just last week during Christmas. RIP sweet angel!

[@pault9591]

Beautifully done Natalie Cole. Indeed David Foster is a fabulous songwriter. May Natalie rests in peace.

[@leronmorton521]

I always remember you luv 😘 beautiful songstress Natalie Cole 😀 my favorite female singer of all time singing this wonderful Christmas Song 🤗🤗

[@BigBrainTime7070]

Beautiful! Absolutely beautiful. I don’t cry much anymore, but this song makes me feel things again, got me tearing up.

[@paoloniccolodizon7509]

oh wow, the original song... The soul ...

[@tigrefofo3853]

David Foster's voice is so peaceful i'm so great listening him. R.I.P Natalie Cole

[@johnguzman3038]

I’m here today listening to this song and I am truly moved.each and every year during the holidays that we all need to hear it and live it. Awesome song.

[@bellican48]

Bach here again it's 12/1/2022 and Natalie sings this amazing Christmas song so beautiful she puts me in the Christmas mood every time I hear her voice .love this..

[@canaanclb]

This one and the Amy Grant version are the best.

[@smb123211]

Canaan - I though so until i heard the incredible version by Jane Monheit, the famous jazz singer. The arrangement is symphonic in nature.

[@juanluisoterosen3966]

Barbra Streisand also sang it and its quite amazing!!!

[@user-rz8bu6vl8x]

Gosh, she looked so much her dad, and the voice of an angel ❣️

[@mariadeady3027]

I agree Natalie Cole sings it the very best.

[@davejoseph8578]

Oh Natalie...always class & beauty...your voice among the angels...We all mIss you!

[@germainemanuel1775]

I think this is the finest contemporary Christmas song. Sung beautifully by Natalie and some other ladies.

[@tommiexander]

Natalie said that she likes singing Christmas songs because Christmas was the best part of her childhood when her Dad was living.