All Steve Grand wants for Christmas this year is us. Not really. He wants this hot bearded guy with whom he’s cuddling in bed and whose tree he’s trimming. At least that’s the impression we get from the out entertainer’s just-released — and let’s be honest, very impressive — rendition of the Mariah Carey standard “All I Want For Christmas Is You.”
In an accompanying note posted to his Facebook page, Grand says “I wasn’t ever too keen on the idea of doing a Holiday song, but a lot of you have requested that I do one (and I didn’t want to be a big ole’ Grinch ;)), so here is my little gift to you, for all your love and support through these last 2.5 years.” Aww, you’re welcome, buddy.
Check out his video below and you can download the song here.
Lazycrockett
Let’s see the Haters whine bout him not being able to sing after this.
Carlos Zuniga
He’s short!
Nathan Scheiner
It’s like a big ol’ gay L.L. Bean ad!
Kieran
I wish the 13 year old me could have seen this video. Unfortunately there was no internet back in the Dark Ages.
Beachman
That was painful to listen to….he really doesn’t have a voice. And sorry, nothing special to look at either. Mariah doesn’t have much to worry about….
John Oakley
I want one
jtroi
C’mon, @Beachman. Of course, no one can outsing Mariah. But this is a nice rendition and the video is warm and fuzzy.
Xzamilio
So… he’s clearly a reluctant versatile bottom. And a hot one at that. I love it… if you got ass, you better share!!!
Xzamilio
@Beachman: It was a good rendition… the video is all kinds of rinse and repeat gay-fuzziness, but isn’t that what we all want? Some monogamous, long-john-unbutton-the-flap-in-the-back love making around flammable tinsel?
Avery Alvarez
@Xzamilio: Agree on all counts!
Dave Downunder
@Xzamilio: Among all the negative, bitchy and knee jerk reactions to the posts on this site I can always rely on you for a thoughtful and entertaining comment. Even if you don’t agree with the subject your comments are thought out and constructive so thank you for that.
Jon Kryander
It’s all I want too…
CivicMinded
This is the best rendition of this song I’ve heard since Mariah. I love that he put his own spin on it rather than try to be compared to Mariah. It reminds me of when Jane Olivor re-made “Some Enchanted Evening”.
moldisdelicious
For his sake, he needs to branch out instead of typecasting himself as the aspiring gay pop singer that sings music about being gay. Like show some depth. Don’t let your sexual orientation hold you back and make you a one track artist.
And no I’m not hating or whining because i’m offering some constructive criticism. Just being completely honest.
Nick Lamphier
You go Steve
JonahM01
I just love him to pieces.
bbg372
I am pretty sure what Steve Grand really wants for Christmas is attention.
Stefan
Really needs a manager, poor guy.
auntsharon
@Xzamilio: “Some monogamous, long-john-unbutton-the-flap-in-the-back love making around flammable tinsel?” This is priceless. Why is there no ‘Like’ button?
I think he’s plenty cute. As for the doesn’t-do-a-thing-for-me crowd, why don’t you send him your picture and see what response you get.
zooby
@Lazycrockett: Haters? That’s assuming this failed act has fans… And by fans, I don’t mean gay men who only listen to him because they want to F him
bbg372
@zooby: Those are his only fans. They seem to be operating under the fantasy that he is going to f**k them if they praise everything he does and defend him in the comments section.
daveedo
Is his voice great? No. Is he kind of cute? Sure. I like the arrangement, but I don’t like that he can’t pick a lane vocally. One moment it’s kind of like Bublé, the next he’s screaming like Steven Tyler. But the gentle arrangement (compared to the original) is nice.
Larry
Love the video but he was alone at the end so not so sure he found what he was looking for. Same as American Boy.
badpappy
Loved it!
Kyle Rooner
<3
dwes09
Those of you who are putting him down based on nothing more than your assumptions (“I am pretty sure what Steve Grand really wants for Christmas is attention”) or your lack understanding of his cultural significance need to acknowledge that even as recently as 15 years ago this video would have been impossible outside of a few large cities.
Put him down for having a small following if you like, but essentially that is because of bitter small minded men who somehow think their small minded bitterness is sophistication. He’s as good an entertainer as many out there, and he’s not even autotuned or backed by a PR machine.
moldisdelicious
@dwes09:
sorry but this has nada to do with gay people getting civil rights or the video.
if you think dude has talent, okay. me, personally, after listening to that song, he can’t sing even with autotune.
moldisdelicious
but he should keep aiming for his dreams though. there are plenty of bad singers that have actually succeeded in having good music careers such as britney spears and madonna.
TrueWords
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=930D_31vxw8
lauraspencer
This will not be added to my Christmas collection along with Mariah, Bing and the Chipmunks. Mariah’s version is so beautiful that there is no reason to remake it. I have never hear Grand sing before, but what I heard here is way too screechy and doesn’t sound like a nice Christmas song.
Gilles Cédilot
J’adore le video
Bo Hamrk
@Beachman: Well, why don’t you go out and do a better job and we can get back to you later on how you do? I feel sorry (but not for long) for people who cut down and criticize others who are making the best of their lives when the criticizers don’t have a chance in heII to even get close to performing like them. Can you say “jealous, envy?
Bjk
Gorgeous men and a gorgeous rendition!
Bo Hamrk
@moldisdelicious: Can you do any better? I guess not because you are not the subject of this MSM. Try to get yourself “out there” and make a record worthy of listening to. I’ll make it even easier for you,…
Get in a commercial and get back to us with a resume. IF you make it that far, we may consider you to being on the MSM and having a record deal. (IF u can sing.) Maybe u can get the si~ out but not follow up with the ~ng? 🙂
Bo Hamrk
@lauraspencer: Why comment on something that you think is negative? Everyone needs to keep their thoughts to themselves unless it bolsters another’s perspective of life. The problem with these blogs now~a~days is that individuals sit behind a keyboard and spew whatever they “think” towards the masses and feel that they can safely sit anonymously behind the console. In a social situation being face to face, probably 75% of these “people” would be hit in the face. No wonder “they” hit enter/send/reply and do not think of any repercussions. We all are entitled to our OWN opinions (just as I am referencing here) but, why not be kind and not belligerent to one another. I have found out in my life that people who belittle, gossip and degrade others is because they need attention that they did not get growing up. It is S>A>D> that ADULTS fall into this state of mind. Love.
winemaker
WOW, WHAT A NICE STORY. OVER THE YEARS, AS WE GROW UP AND GET WISER, MOST OF US REALIZE THAT AT CHRISTMAS, MATERIAL GIFTS, THAT WE EXCHANGE WITH LOVED ONES, AND OTHERS, ALTHOUGH NICE, ARE NOT AS IMPORTANT AS THAT SPECIAL PERSON THAT YOU SHARE YOUR DAILY LIFE WITH. RECENTLY I MET A GREAT GUY WALKING HOME FROM MY GYM. HE APPROACHED ME ON THE STREET, ASKED HOW I WAS DOING. HE MUST HAVE SEEN ME AT THE GYM WORKING OUT AND STRUGGLING TO WALK STRAIGHT. A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO, I HAD MAJOR BACK SURGERY AND SOMETIMES USE A QUAD CANE TO GET AROUND. I’M GETTING BETTER AND SOON WILL DUMP THE CANE. I WAS WOWED BY THIS REALLY NICE GUY, AS I DON’T USUALLY GET MUCH ATTENTION, AS I’M SHY AND KEEP TO MYSELF. ANYWAY, I SAW HIM AT THE GYM A WEEK LATER, ASKED HIS NAME AND INTRODUCED MYSELF. WE HIT IT OFF NICELY, WE’VE A SIMILAR WORK BACKGROUND. I HADN’T SEEN HIM FOR A FEW WEEKS AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN, I SAW HIM IN THE GYM LOCKER ROOM. HE’D GONE BACK EAST TO ATTEND TO SOME FAMILY ISSUES. WE SPOKE FOR ABOUT `10 MINUTES ABOUT HIS CURRENT JOB SEARCH. I GOT A REAL GOOD FEELING ABOUT HIM AND OFFERED MY TELEPHONE NUMBER AND IMMEDIATELY APOLOGIZED FOR BEING FORWARD. HE ACQUIESCED AND GAVE ME HIS NUMBER. I THOUGHT, WOW, THIS MIGHT LEAD TO SOMETHNG GOOD. I CALLED HIM A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER, SAID I ENJOYED OUR TALK AND TO CALL ME, SO FAR, I’VE LEFT A FEW MESSAGES OVER THE LAST COUPLE OF MONTHS, BUT HE’S NOT CALLED ME BACK. WHEN WE SEE EACH OTHER AT THE GYM, HE’S REALLY NICE TO ME AND I ENJOY THE ATTENTION, RARE AS IT IS FOR ME. TWO WEEKS BEFORE THANKSGIVING, I ASKED HIM OVER FOR DINNER. HE SAID HE APPRECIATED THE INVITE BUT WAS SPENDING THE DAY WITH HIS ELDERLY MOM. I SAID I UNDERSTOOD, AND SAID ‘LET’S TAKE A RAIN CHECK’. I’D LOVE TO COOK DINNER FOR HIM, SINCE I’M AN EXCELLENT COOK. NOW WE’RE HEADED INTO THE CHRISTMAS WEEK. HE SAID HIS MOM’S MOVING BACK EAST AND HE’LL BE WITH HER ALONG WITH HIS SISTER. I REALLY, REALLY, LIKE HIM AND WANT TO TAKE THIS TO THE NEXT LEVEL, BUT DON’T KNOW HOW TO MOVE THIS FORWARD. IT’S BEEN YEARS SINCE I’VE FELT STRONGLY ABOUT A GUY AND DON’T WANT THIS TO FALL BY THE WAYSIDE, EG;, DOING NOTHING, AND THUS NEVER KNOWING WHAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN. SINCE I’M AN EXCELLENT BAKER TOO, I’M GOING TO GIVE HIM A HOMEMADE SOURDOUGH PANETTONE AND A LOVELY CARD WITH A FEW THOUGHTS AND APPRECIATION OF HAVING HIM IN MY LIFE. I HOPE THIS ISN’T TO FORWARD, BUT I’M TIRED OR LEAVING THINGS UP TO CHANCE. I THINK THAT WE MIGHT HAVE SOMETHING AND I MUST SAY, I’VE HAD THE THOUGHTS OF WAKING UP NEXT TO HIM, SNUGGLED UP TOGETHER. ANYWAY, THE REAL MEANING OF THE HOLIDAYS, FOR ME AT LEAST, ARE THE SPECIAL PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFE THAT MAKE LIFE WORTHWHILE, AND IF YOU’RE REALLY LUCKY ENOUGH, REALLY LUCKY AND HAVE JUST ONE SPECIAL SOMEONE, THAN YOU HAVE THE BEST AND GREATEST CHRISTMAS GIFT YOU COULD EVER GET AND THIS GUY IS ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS !
junk4sts
@Bo Hamrk: The “Can you do any better argument” isn’t really valid here (or anywhere) none of the “haters” said they could do any better, they just said they don’t like this version, or they don’t like his voice, and some just don’t like anything this guy does. – That’s really the nature of putting oneself in the public eye, like Steve Grand does. His interpretation of this song does seem “off” to me as well, and, the way the article is written just begs to have comments left. It’s ALL opinions after. It’s Your opinion that everyone with negative opinions should keep quiet – so one might ask that if you can’t take your own advise why should anyone else? Your point might have been better served if you had left at least one positive comment, but all three of your comments on this article are negative. Unlike some articles here on Queerty, this one begs you to click if you like the song, I only clicked it because I really like this song and I was curious how it would sound with a man singing it.
It’s the author’s opinion that Steve did a good job with his interpretation of the song, but clearly not everyone agrees, and that’s okay. Just as it’s okay for you to make a negative comment about all the negative comments.
I think many who have commented here could easily make their comments in person and be fine, I would feel fine telling people in person that I don’t like Steve Grand’s interpretation of “All I Want for Christmas”, it’s too heavy and slow and completely ruins the song – That’s just my opinion and for whatever reason I felt like sharing it. But don’t misunderstand, I think Steve is adorable, and I recognize that he has talent – I think he writes most of his own music (Not sure about that but I think he does) Some of what I’ve heard him sing is really good, but this isn’t one of the good ones.
Although some of the comments are negative, that doesn’t mean they don’t “bolsters another’s perspective of life”, just the fact that there are opinions here that reflect my own, validates and therefore “bolsters” my perspective.
It’s a reality that if you want to be in the public eye you have to deal with public scrutiny, and in reality it really doesn’t make sense that people would never voice their negative feelings, especially on something as subjective as music and musicality. People like Steve Grand grow a think skin, they know there will be negative comments and haters, they also know that within those negative comments there are elements of truth, no one gets better or learns or grows if all they ever hear is “you’re so great”, Think about your own life, often times the best advice is quite negative in nature.
Having said all this, there are even elements of truth in two of your negative comments. 🙂
moldisdelicious
@Bo Hamrk:
You’re saying that for what exactly? I’m real tired of this corny bs where everybody has to basically lie to such popular gay guy about whatever such as this case being able to sing because he looks good. What type of lame shit is that? He can’t sing and he obviously is selling himself short with the whole I am a gay singer thing. He does have a shot at having a music career though because there’s been plenty of bad singers that have made it. They didn’t stay in one lane though. That’s that. Just saying since he obviously is trying to make a splash.
moldisdelicious
@moldisdelicious:
Honestly, dude really has no excuse to why he doesn’t have a name out or his career ain’t even in motion especially when hes getting free publicity. There’s plenty of singers with actual singing talent, good songs that never get any shine or attention. Steve grand needs to step his game up. Even sell out making full blown pop singles if you have too.
But the fact doesn’t change that he’s not a good singer and he’s relying heavily on gimmicks, his appearance, typecasting himself to remain relevant. He can do better.
Doughosier
He’s really good! I’m surprised. Given how adorable he is, I’d assumed he was just that. It’s too bad so many on this site want to try and tear him down.
Aromaeus
It was better than I expected.
Bo Hamrk
@junk4sts: Thanks for the followup! I appreciate those who are willing to have an adult conversation online. You drove my point(s) home as in, let’s talk about why people feel the way they do and not just spew verbal diarrhea out taking up server sites with trash talk. I am also glad that you took time out of your day to respond nicely and with a well thought out reply. Make it a very Merry Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa whatever anyone celebrates!
Captain Obvious
It’s interesting that some peopel can’t handle others opinions on the internet and feel the need to interject as if it will somehow sway them to only kissing butt. Grow up. If someone has a “negative” opinion that doesn’t mean they’re asking you to agree or for a long drawn out discussion. It’s really not that big a deal.
The real immature ones are the people who are constantly singling others out trying to start a fight over a damned differing opinion. Maybe take your finger off the reply button and let YOUR comment stand on it’s own without bringing someone else into it.
Xzamilio
@Captain Obvious: The fucking irony of YOU of all people saying that shit.