December 28th 2024.
British singer Leona Lewis' Christmas hit, "One More Sleep," is still bringing in significant earnings. It has been officially declared as the UK's most-played modern Christmas song by Official Charts, with four consecutive weeks of airplay on radio and television since its release in 2013. Lewis, who rose to fame after winning The X Factor in 2006, had a successful career with her debut studio album, Spirit, which became one of the best-selling albums of the 2000s. The lead single, "Bleeding Love," was also the top-selling single of 2007.
"One More Sleep" was a massive success, debuting at No. 3 in 2013. That year, Lewis also became the top British female solo artist with the most Top 5 hits. When asked about the song's success, the 39-year-old singer expressed her joy in knowing that it brings joy to people's Christmas celebrations. She also shared that the song and the entire album hold a special place in her heart, and she is grateful that it resonates with listeners.
Despite its initial success, "One More Sleep" continues to climb the charts every Christmas season, providing Lewis with a significant financial boost. This year alone, the song has been streamed over 115 million times on Spotify, earning her £323,296.49 according to CasinoBee. However, Lewis was unable to claim the top Christmas spot this year, as WHAM!'s "Last Christmas" maintained its position as the UK's Christmas Number One for the second year in a row.
Interestingly, "One More Sleep" also debuted at No. 3 in 2013, making it a part of Official Chart History. This beloved Christmas tune was first released in 1984 and is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. It beat out Lewis as well as other popular artists such as Gracie Abrams and Mariah Carey. The song holds a special significance for many, especially after the passing of its writer, George Michael, on Christmas Day in 2016 at the age of 53.
However, "Last Christmas" was not always the top Christmas song in the UK. It initially missed out on the top spot in 1984 due to Band Aid's "Do They Know It's Christmas?" But after 39 years, it finally achieved its well-deserved recognition in 2023, making it the most-played Christmas song of the 21st century in the UK. It was only overtaken by The Pogues' "Fairytale of New York" in 2011.
After this win, Michael's bandmate, Andrew Ridgeley, expressed his gratitude to fans and wished them a Merry Christmas. In a statement, he said, "37 years to get to Number 1, 39 years to Christmas Number 1, and then like London buses they all come along at once. I'm especially pleased for George, he would have been utterly delighted." Ridgeley also acknowledged the significant impact of "Last Christmas," which has become a holiday classic for many, evoking the true spirit of Christmas.
He also thanked everyone who has supported the song throughout the years and played a part in making history. As the entertainment team at The Agency, we would love to hear your celebrity stories, videos, and pictures. You can reach us via email, phone, or by visiting our Submit Stuff page. We look forward to hearing from you!
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