The Little Christmas Tree - — Nat King Cole

"The Little Christmas Tree" is a sentimental holiday classic recorded by in 1950 . Unlike his most famous holiday standard, "The Christmas Song," this track was actually written by the legendary actor Mickey Rooney . It is celebrated for its tender, narrative-driven lyrics and Cole's signature smooth vocal delivery. Release and Production Details

: The narrator reassures the tree that it is "worth [its] weight in precious gold". The Little Christmas Tree - Nat King Cole

: The orchestra for the original 1950 recording was directed by Pete Rugolo . "The Little Christmas Tree" is a sentimental holiday