About the Song
Ah, Christmastime. A time for family, for giving, and maybe, just maybe, a little bit of unexpected romance. That’s the territory we explore with country music legend Toby Keith’s holiday tune, “Blame It On The Mistletoe”. Released back in 1995 on his album “Christmas to Christmas”, the song captures that special spark that can fly during the hustle and bustle of the season.
Keith, known for his rough-and-tumble persona and his heartland anthems, takes a softer turn here. He paints a picture of a man facing the holidays alone, “The middle of December ain’t the time to be alone,” he sings. But then, a chance encounter at the checkout line throws a wrench into his plans. There, he meets a woman who’s feeling the same holiday blues. They strike up a conversation, and before you know it, “magic took its course,” as the lyrics tell us.
“Blame It On The Mistletoe” isn’t your typical, sentimental Christmas ballad. Sure, there’s the snowy night, the cozy fire (we can practically hear it crackling in the background), and the Christmas carols playing on the radio. But there’s also a touch of playfulness, a wink to the idea that sometimes, the holiday spirit can lead you down unexpected paths. It’s a song that reminds us that even the gruffest cowboys can find themselves caught under the mistletoe’s magic spell, and maybe, just maybe, find a little Christmas cheer along the way. So, settle in, grab a mug of hot cocoa, and let Toby Keith whisk you away with a song that’s sure to become a holiday favorite.