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Why are so many Christmas songs written by Jewish people?
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Many of the most iconic Christmas songs were written by Jewish songwriters. In the 1930s and 1940s, when the Christian-influenced music industry began to develop, many Jewish writers and composers found success in writing and creating Christmas-related songs. This was due to the high demand for holiday music, as well as the commercialization of Christmas at the time. Additionally, there is a certain charm in Christmas carols written from a minority perspective. Jewish songwriters brought some of their own cultural identity and spirituality to the traditional holiday tunes, creating a distinct sound and meaning that can still be heard today.