New Music: Sam Williams ‘I Hate The Holidays’

Nashville singer/songwriter Sam Williams proves that the holidays may not be the most wonderful time of year for everyone on his new single, “I Hate The Holidays.” The bluesy, melancholy track explores some of the darker, personal memories that the holidays tend to bring up, especially as you get older. “I Hate The Holidays” finds Williams somber from the sorrow and isolation of past holiday celebrations, singing:

I hate the holidays and all the ways they make me feel alone Somewhere along the way the magic faded and turned to stone

The song is a sharp contrast from the cheery music typically associated with winter festivities, ditching jingle bells for sad guitars and wistful lyricism. I love the simplicity of the music video. It gives a perfect sense of atmosphere without distracting from the song itself. https://youtu.be/HAioeRlZxvY?si=qLHTNDEuC9Lsnh4c “The holiday season has always been a little tough for me, but more so after losing a lot of my family. It can’t be a time of celebration for everyone… really cold weather and seeing perfect holiday cards kind of bother me so I made this record,” shares Williams. “I believe just knowing other folks feel things you do, too, can help a little bit. Nonetheless, I hope everyone has a beautiful season in spite of pain and holds their loved ones close.” Related: Sam Williams, Son Of Country Music Royalty, Comes Out The holiday track is Williams’ latest release since his soothing rendition of Hank Williams’ “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” which was released in September to celebrate his granddad’s legacy and 100th birthday. Follow Sam Williams on Instagram here. https://www.instagram.com/p/CzMWTo0xACT/