First up, Mariah Carey singing "Oh Holy Night"
I'm not terribly fond of this version. I think Mariah Carey, where very talented, tends to over-sing the majority of her songs. She's just a little too much for me.
Next up, Celine Dion:
I love Celine Dion's voice. It's a beautiful version that is powerful, without going over the top. She changes up the melody a little, and you can tell by watching her that she FEELS the song, and isn't just singing it to "play up" the crowd, like Mariah Carey.
Finally, a male perspective of the song. Donny Osmond:
This is my favorite of the three versions by far. Donny Osmond completely changes up the melody and the lyrics, making it sound like a new song. He sings with the reverance that this song deserves, instead of trying to powerhouse through it. I could listen to this version all year long, and I often find that I do!
So, who sings it better?
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