While many people assume that Rod Stewart and Kylie Minogue's version of 'Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow' is a traditional Christmas song, in reality, this iconic tune was written on a hot summer day in July 1945 by Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne. The song was initially recorded by Vaughn Monroe and His Orchestra that same year, and since then, it has been covered by many famous artists including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Smokey Robinson, Doris Day, Andy Williams, Carly Simon, Aaron Neville, Chicago, Michael Bublé, Celtic Woman, Twister Sister, and Lady Antebellum.

Interestingly enough, Rod Stewart included 'Let It Snow' on his recent album 'Merry Christmas Baby', while Kylie Minogue released her version as a single in 2010. The song has become a staple of the holiday season, but it's not actually about snow or Christmas at all! In fact, Sammy Cahn himself noted that he wrote the song during one of the hottest days on record in Los Angeles, and he just wanted to imagine what it would be like to have snow.

The original version by Vaughn Monroe reached number 1 on the Billboard chart in 1945, and Frank Sinatra also recorded his own version of the song later that year. In fact, Cahn and Styne would go on to have another number one hit with 'Five Minutes More' in the same year. The song has been a favorite among music lovers for generations, and its catchy melody and lyrics continue to delight audiences to this day.

Despite being written about a hot summer day, 'Let it Snow' has become synonymous with the holiday season, and its timeless appeal shows no signs of stopping anytime soon. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the magic of this beloved song – even if it's not actually about snow!

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