Laurie Lewin’s “Singing A Song About Christmas” is anything but your typical holiday track. Born from a cold, rainy day encounter with a busker outside Bakerloo Underground Station, the song digs deep into the harsh realities faced by the homeless community during the festive season. Blending folk, reggae, and soft rock influences, Laurie’s composition transcends the usual holiday cheer to deliver a message of empathy, awareness, and action.
The song, available now, is a charitable effort, with all proceeds going to Shelter and Crisis at Christmas, two organizations dedicated to supporting those experiencing homelessness. Laurie Lewin shared the inspiration behind the track:
“It was a cold and rainy day, and I came across a rough-looking guy busking outside Bakerloo Underground Station. He was singing the usual Christmas songs, but there was a bitter and sad tone in his voice that made me feel uncomfortable. Walking away, I couldn’t stop thinking about the contrast—the joy of holiday shoppers rushing around versus the harsh reality faced by the homeless. That moment stayed with me and inspired me to write this song. My hope is that it encourages people to think, reflect, and reach out to help those in need.”
“Singing A Song About Christmas” underwent several transformations before its final version. Initially conceived as a Streets of London-inspired folk ballad, the track was later reimagined as a hard rock version and then with a heavy reggae influence. The final iteration seamlessly blends these styles into a unique and emotive folk/reggae/soft rock sound. Laurie collaborated with talented friends Paul Kouatchou, Gabby Le Maux, and Kate Le Maux to bring this heartfelt project to life.
The song blends powerful vocals with carefully crafted instrumentation, creating a listening experience that’s both emotionally charged and musically compelling. It challenges listeners to look beyond the usual holiday cheer and see the real struggles happening around us.
