Per Gessle wrote the song in July 2022 specifically to provide a high-energy contrast to the more traditional holiday ballads. He cited classic UK glam-rock holiday hits like Wizzard’s "I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day" and Slade’s "Merry Xmas Everybody" as major stylistic inspirations.
: The single was released as a limited edition ruby red 7-inch vinyl through retailers like Bengans and Discogs . Lyrical Theme Roxette, PG Roxette - Wish You The Best For Xma...
: An animated video was created by Mattias Gordon , who used a "rotoscoping" style where he filmed real people (including Gessle playing keyboards) and then drew over the footage with pencil. Per Gessle wrote the song in July 2022
The lyrics center on the theme of longing and missing a loved one during the festive season. It describes intimate morning moments—like sitting across the table for breakfast—contrasted with the loneliness of being apart on Christmas Day. Watch the animated music video for the holiday single here: PG Roxette - Wish You The Best For Xmas (Official Video) YouTube• Nov 24, 2022 PG Roxette’s Xmas single is out! - RoxetteBlog Lyrical Theme : An animated video was created
Released on November 18, 2022, is a holiday single by PG Roxette , the continuation project of the Swedish pop duo Roxette led by Per Gessle. The track serves as an upbeat companion to his debut album under this moniker, Pop-Up Dynamo! , and was released alongside a second holiday track titled "Wishing On The Same Christmas Star". Background and Composition
: The track features vocals by Per Gessle and longtime collaborator Helena Josefsson . It was produced by Per Gessle and Andreas Broberger .
While the "B-side" ballad, "Wishing On The Same Christmas Star," was originally written eight years prior for a musical, the lead single "Wish You The Best For Xmas" was a brand-new creation. Production and Visuals