Alanis Morissette covers “Last Christmas” by Wham!

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While on the Tonight Show, Alanis Morissette delivered a rendition of “ Last Christmas » by Wham!.

With the holiday season in full swing, Alanis Morissette stopped by the Tonight Show to cover “ Last Christmas » by Wham!

This classic written by George Michael is one of the tracks featured on the EP Last Christmas recently released by Morissette, which also includes a rendition of “ Happy Xmas (War Is Over) » by John Lennon, as well as standards like “ Little Drummer Boy ” And ” What Child Is This? “.

I have been obsessed with George Michael my whole life and had the pleasure of meeting him backstage at one of my concerts. WHAM! was my favorite band when I was youngerMorissette said of her takeover (via Billboard). George’s voice (velvety and dreamy) inspired me a lot. To resume ‘Last Christmas‘ is a way to mark the holiday season and salute George himself. »

The singer also spoke with host Jimmy Fallon about her recent induction into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame (where Olivia Rodrigo gave her induction speech) and her upcoming Triple Moon tour, which will feature Morissette, Joan Jett and Morgan Wade in 2024.

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