Slade singer proud of Christmas song's staying power

Noddy Holder is happy 'Merry Xmas Everybody' is "part of the culture" of Britain.

Mon, 24 Dec, 2012 - 10:09

Noddy Holder is happy 'Merry Xmas Everybody' is "part of the culture" of Britain.

The novelty Christmas song will celebrate its 40th year since release in 2013, and former Slade frontman Noddy - who wrote the track with Jim Lea - is glad it has showed such longevity.

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