Chris Rea Driving Home For Christmas (1986) May 2026

Despite being written in 1978, the song remained in a drawer for years before its eventual release.

: In December 1978, Chris Rea was at a low ebb in his career. His record contract was ending, his manager was leaving, and he was banned from driving. Chris Rea Driving Home For Christmas (1986)

The song was born from a moment of personal hardship rather than a desire to write a "hit". Despite being written in 1978, the song remained