Three of the former Beatles wrote songs intended for the Christmas holidays. Each saw varying degrees of success. I preferred Lennon's single because it has a lot of meaning regarding how we treat those around us. It has a stirring refrain that catapults my soul to a higher plain. To me, has a hymn-like quality. Each time I hear Happy Xmas, I am inspired to think more of my fellow men. In contrast, McCartney's song has a somewhat maudlin, traditional feel that although it is festive, it wears on me after a while. The synthesizer dates the song and I can only hear this song so much before I turn the station. George Harrison's song doesn't get the airplay of the other two, and the words are not all that profound (ding, dong, ding, dong), but I like it because it is catchy and talks about taking off the old and putting on the new. All holiday-themed songs, all different perspectives.
Sounds like a simple summary--outros should add value, offer something new but related.
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