King of Cups is a fun, charismatic Neon Pop-Punk and Alternative duo lighting up the music scene with their irresistibly catchy sound and playful charm. Led by Sugar Shaun and BryGuy, the band blends harmonized guitar riffs and singalong lyrics inspired by acts like Jimmy Eat World, Mayday Parade, and A Day To Remember. Known for hits like "Back To You" and "Missing You," as well as festive tunes like "The War on Christmas," King of Cups revisits their holiday roots with the rerecorded and rereleased “Merry Christmas, Don’t Get Me Anything.” This refreshed take on their first seasonal anthem captures the vibrant energy and signature flair. Let's dive into it!
Photo Credit: Bryan Underwood
"Merry Christmas, Don't Get Me Anything"
Vocals, Vocal Harmonies, Vocal Producer, Lyrics, Assistant Engineer: Shaun Zizi
Guitar, Bass, Lead Engineer, Executive Producer: Bryan Underwood
Drums: Chris Boutwell
In the words of Shaun Zizi, "This track is my mom's favorite King of Cups song. We were working on other things, but she said she loved the song and wanted us to remake it, so we did. My mom says it's the perfect track to do the Carlton to."
LONG STORY SHORT: “Merry Christmas, Don’t Get Me Anything” by King of Cups is a refreshing twist on holiday music, blending classic festive bells and cheer with grungy guitars and undeniable pop-punk vibes. As their first Christmas tune, now rerecorded, the track captures the bittersweet reality of returning to your hometown for the holidays. With a cynically relatable chorus—“It’s Christmas / The only time of year / You have to pretend to like / Everyone... The only time of year / You have to buy things for / People you hate”—the song takes a sharp, humorous jab at the loaded and often awkward experience of holiday gift-giving. Complete with a Christmas-style breakdown that brings the unspoken holiday frustrations to life, this track turns seasonal norms on their head with King of Cups’ signature wit and edge.
Stream "Merry Christmas, Don't Get Me Anything" below!
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