A Jingle for Singles Spending the Holidays Alone
Country music crooner Brian Falduto is bringing a fresh and uplifting perspective to holiday music this season with his first original jingle, “Christmas Solo.” This playful, country-pop tune shines a spotlight on those who find themselves alone during the holidays, reframing solo time as an opportunity for self-love and celebration.
Inspired by his own single years, Falduto wrote “Christmas Solo” as a remedy to the seasonal blues that can come from the societal pressure to be partnered during the holidays. “I’ve spent many years single, and I’ve often felt out of place during the holiday season,” Falduto explains. “The messaging around Christmas is so focused on being together with loved ones. But for many of us, especially those who are single by choice, it can feel isolating. I wanted to create a song that celebrates the beauty of being ‘self-partnered’ for the holidays and acknowledges that spending Christmas solo can be something joyful.”
In “Christmas Solo,” Falduto invites listeners to view the season through a lens of positivity, whether they’re solo by choice or circumstance. Rather than the typical holiday fare focused on romantic love and longing, Falduto’s song celebrates the freedom that comes with being single. “Why is there no holiday anthem for single people?” he asks. “Valentine’s Day and weddings celebrate love and relationships, but singles deserve an anthem too. I wanted to give singles a chance to embrace the holiday spirit without feeling like something’s missing.”
Produced by Brett Castro, “Christmas Solo” blends Falduto’s signature country-pop style with a dose of festive cheer. The track’s lively production includes a standout saxophone solo by Nate Hopkins and background vocals by Bronwyn Whittle and Kelsey Martin, giving it a joyous, celebratory vibe reminiscent of holiday pop hits by artists like Mariah Carey and Kelly Clarkson. “It’s catchy and fun, which was the goal,” Falduto says. “I wanted it to have that shiny, holiday feel but without the undertone of sadness or bitterness. This is a song for celebrating your own company.”
Falduto also shares the advantages of a solo Christmas, emphasizing the perks of having a low-key holiday. “You don’t have to dress up, make small talk, cook or clean up after guests,” he laughs. “Spending Christmas solo gives you a rare chance to truly relax, decompress and reflect on the season’s true meaning, away from all the holiday hustle and bustle.”
Beyond his music, Falduto connects deeply with the themes in “Christmas Solo” due to his own experiences navigating the holidays as a queer individual. Reflecting on past seasons, he shares that, while he may not have always been physically alone, he often felt emotionally isolated. “The holidays can be a complicated time for the queer community, especially when returning to environments that don’t feel fully supportive. ‘Christmas Solo’ is for everyone who feels out of place this time of year, whether you’re physically alone or just feeling like you don’t belong.”
Brian Falduto first gained fame playing the role of Billy (“Fancy Pants”), the adorably gayish band stylist in the Jack Black cult classic film School of Rock. In 2023, he released his first country music song, “Same Old Country Love Song.” It was greeted with a flood of positive encouragement and excitement and would become an LGBTQ+ country music anthem. “The success of ‘Same Old Country Love Song’ was extremely validating and encouraging,” he recalls. “It served as a testament to how many people have felt left out by country music and how much a song like this was clearly needed.” Subsequent releases followed including “Hottest Guy Here” and “Big Boys Club and Brian Falduto’s first full-length album, Gay Country (Deluxe Edition).
Holiday music fans will find both cheer and comfort in “Christmas Solo,” especially those who feel left out by traditional Christmas songs. “I love holiday music,” Falduto says. “But so much of it focuses on romantic love or family togetherness. ‘Christmas Solo’ fills a gap for people who don’t fit that mold, who might need a little reminder that it’s okay to celebrate the season alone.”
Falduto’s holiday wish for his fans: “There’s so much going on in the world right now. I hope this song brings a little bit of joy to people. Joy can be a powerful remedy and a form of resistance when things are tough. Let’s use it to lift each other up this season.”
Brian Falduto first gained fame playing the role of Billy (“Fancy Pants”), the adorably gayish band stylist in the Jack Black cult classic film School of Rock. In 2023, he released his first country music song, “Same Old Country Love Song.” It was greeted with a flood of positive encouragement and excitement and would become an LGBTQ+ country music anthem. “The success of ‘Same Old Country Love Song’ was extremely validating and encouraging,” he recalls. “It served as a testament to how many people have felt left out by country music and how much a song like this was clearly needed.” Subsequent releases followed including “Hottest Guy Here” and “Big Boys Club and Brian Falduto’s first full-length album, Gay Country (Deluxe Edition).
Holiday music fans will find both cheer and comfort in “Christmas Solo,” especially those who feel left out by traditional Christmas songs. “I love holiday music,” Falduto says. “But so much of it focuses on romantic love or family togetherness. ‘Christmas Solo’ fills a gap for people who don’t fit that mold, who might need a little reminder that it’s okay to celebrate the season alone.”
Falduto’s holiday wish for his fans: “There’s so much going on in the world right now. I hope this song brings a little bit of joy to people. Joy can be a powerful remedy and a form of resistance when things are tough. Let’s use it to lift each other up this season.”
