Michael insisted on total creative control, playing the LinnDrum machine, a Roland Juno-60 synthesiser, and even the sleigh bells himself. 2. Chart History and "The Long Wait"
The track was recorded in August 1984 at Advision Studios in London. To get into the festive spirit during the summer heat, Michael decorated the studio with Christmas lights and tinsel. George Michael & Wham! Last Christmas The Origi...
In February 1984, while visiting his parents with bandmate Andrew Ridgeley , Michael disappeared to his childhood bedroom for an hour. He emerged having written the introduction and the wistful chorus melody. Michael insisted on total creative control, playing the
The song’s origins are surprisingly humble and notably non-festive. To get into the festive spirit during the
For 36 years, it held the record for the best-selling UK single never to reach No. 1. It finally hit the top spot on New Year's Day 2021.