Meet Me Next Christmas (2024)

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Exploring the "Meet Me Next Christmas" Soundtrack: Holiday Magic in Every Note

Album Overview.

The soundtrack for Netflix's *Meet Me Next Christmas* captures the joy, romance, and festivity of the holiday season. Featuring iconic Christmas classics by Pentatonix and lesser-known holiday tracks by contemporary artists, the music serves as the heart of this romantic comedy. Directed by Rusty Cundieff, the film follows Layla, a woman racing against time to attend a sold-out Pentatonix Christmas Eve concert in hopes of finding true love.

• Release Date: November 6, 2024


• Genre: Holiday, Pop, Acapella, Instrumental


• Composer: Dara Taylor


• Featured Artists: Pentatonix, Lauren Evans, Priyanka, Danielle Apicella


• Label: Netflix Music

Production and Reception.

The soundtrack blends timeless Christmas carols with modern holiday hits, emphasizing the film’s themes of love, hope, and determination. Critics praised the soundtrack for adding depth to the film's emotional beats while delivering festive energy. Pentatonix's original contributions, including "Meet Me Next Christmas" and their rendition of "Hallelujah," stand out as musical highlights.

Track Highlights.

1. "It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" by Pentatonix: Opens the film, setting a cheerful and festive tone.


2. "Christmas Magic" by Summer Payton: Plays during a tender moment when Layla and James share their dreams.


3. "Winter White Hymnal" by Pentatonix: Accompanies a charming scene of Layla and Teddy enjoying a carriage ride.


4. "Santa Baby" by Kiki Halliday & KOVAS: Features in a playful and romantic lip-sync scene between Layla and Teddy.


5. "Hallelujah" by Pentatonix: Elevates an emotional montage of confessions and reconciliations.

Musical Styles and Themes.

The soundtrack interweaves traditional holiday melodies with acapella harmonies, modern pop beats, and orchestral scores. Tracks like "The Nutcracker, Act 11" by Tchaikovsky add classical elegance, while Priyanka's "Sleigh My Name" injects humor and energy during a lip-sync competition. Pentatonix's acapella arrangements emphasize the warmth and joy of Christmas.

Film Background.

*Meet Me Next Christmas* centers on Layla (Christina Milian), who embarks on a whimsical adventure through New York City to secure tickets to a sold-out Pentatonix concert. Along the way, she finds herself entangled in a love triangle, balancing the pursuit of her dreams with the discovery of unexpected connections.

Main Cast of the Film.

Christina Milian as Layla.

Christina Milian shines as Layla, a determined romantic navigating the chaos of holiday love.

Devale Ellis as Teddy.

Devale Ellis portrays Teddy, Layla’s charming and supportive confidant turned love interest.

Kofi Siriboe as James.

Kofi Siriboe plays James, a charismatic figure whose chemistry with Layla complicates her choices.

Pentatonix as Themselves.

Pentatonix brings their vocal brilliance to the screen, performing several standout tracks that drive the film’s musical essence.

Quotes.

"The music blends holiday nostalgia with fresh energy, making the film a festive delight."

Film Critic

"Pentatonix steals the show with their harmonies and heartfelt performances."

Audience Review

The *Meet Me Next Christmas* soundtrack is a celebration of the holiday spirit, blending traditional cheer with modern twists. Its diverse mix of tracks and Pentatonix’s iconic contributions ensure it remains a beloved soundtrack for festive seasons to come.


Pentatonix performs "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year": The Pentatonix song plays when the Meet Me Next Christmas title card appears. It continues with establishing images of Christmas imagery, Pentatonix singing, and Chicago.

"Christmas Magic" by Summer Payton: Layla and James discuss their hopes of spending Christmas in Paris, stating that it is at the top of both of their bucket lists, while the Summer Payton song plays in background.

"This Christmas" by Pentatonix: After James admits he is unfamiliar with the band Pentatonix, Layla plays the song "This Christmas" for him, and they discuss how the music reminds them of Christmas.

"You're My Favorite Holiday (feat. BB St. Clair)" from the Wolves: Meet Me Next Christmas moves ahead a year to Layla at work in Poughkeepsie, where the Wolves song plays. The song continues as she returns to her apartment to surprise her lover with Italian cuisine and walks through the door to discover him cheating on her.

"Don't Feel Like Doing Christmas" by Zeauxi plays as Layla travels to her friend Roxy's place.

"Go for Snow" by The Home of Happy and Mike Reed: This song plays as Teddy walks up the elevator to his workplace, holding a platter of Christmas cookies for his coworkers.

"Midnight Santa" by Damon Foreman: "Midnight Santa" plays while Layla eats meals at the bar and uses milk to remove the pepper spray off Teddy's eyes.

Pentatonix's "This Christmas" plays on the Jukebox while Teddy and Layla discuss fate. She adds out that this was the first Pentatonix song she performed for.

"We Wish You A Merry Christmas": Teddy and Layla stroll along the street, discussing about the purse they're going to purchase, while an instrumental rendition of "We Wish You A Merry Christmas" plays in the background.

"The Nutcracker, Act 11, Scene 3, Op. 71 TH 14, Divertissement" by Anton Tchaikovsky: This music from The Nutcracker plays as everyone dives for the Chanel Sugar Plum bag display model.

"Oh Christmas Tree": The traditional Christmas tune plays as Teddy and Layla walk down the street while Face Timing Roxy. They discuss if the ticket is worth it after all their efforts, and Teddy persuades Layla to keep trying.

"Winter White Hymnal" by Pentatonix: Pentatonix's rendition of the Fleet Foxes song plays while Teddy and Layla do the percussion for the song while riding in a horse-drawn carriage.

Mike City's song "Christmas Feels Different" plays while Layla and Roxy sip wine and converse in the kitchen as Teddy prepares.

"Christmas Kisses" by Lauren Evans: Roxy, Layla, and Teddy discuss Teddy's previous career as a chef and why he left cooking while "Christmas Kisses" plays. He explains that he used to be a Michelin chef until his mother became ill and required his assistance in caring for her.

"Old Fashioned Christmas" written by Danielle Apicella: When Teddy and Layla are making crème brulee in the kitchen, the song "Old Fashioned Christmas" plays. This is their first real romantic scene in Meet Me Next Christmas.

"Jingle Bells" by Oscar Rossignoli and Robin Sherman: This version of "Jingle Bells" plays while Teddy watches Layla sleep with a loving expression on his face.

"Sleigh My Name" by Priyanka: At the Snow Ball, the Canadian drag queen and singer does a lip sync and dance routine to the song. The song is played again when Priyanka wins the competition.

"Christmas on the Dance Floor" by Above Envy: Layla and Teddy wait backstage during the Snow Ball as another group plays "Christmas on the Dance Floor."

Kiki Halliday & KOVAS' Christmas song "Santa Baby": Layla and Teddy lip sync to "Santa Baby" while dancing. At the end of their performance, they abruptly kiss, and the audience goes crazy.

"Prelude from Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major" by Johann Strauss: Kevin begins beatboxing over a classical melody. It continues when Teddy arrives at the arena to portray Santa for the Pentatonix show.

"Hallelujah" by Pentatonix: Pentatonix asks Teddy whether he loves Layla while the group's version of Leonard Cohen's song plays in the background. It continues with a montage in which she walks to the theater to get backstage and profess her affections to Teddy, James arrives with roses, and Teddy prepares for the performance.

Christina Milian has also appeared in several holiday films, including Christmas Cupid, Ghost of Girlfriends Past, Snowglobe, A Snowglobe Christmas, and Memories of Christmas.

Pentatonix performs "Meet Me Next Christmas": Pentatonix's eponymous Christmas song appears throughout the Netflix movie's conclusion montage. Layla rushes away from James. Then his girlfriend approaches, apologizes for being late, and they kiss. Layla goes around looking for Teddy, but instead discovers a drunk Santa. Next, she attempts to enter through the backdoor but is prevented by the backstage guard. Teddy jumps on a lift next stage, despite his fear, since he wants to make a huge gesture to win over Layla.

Pentatonix performs "Here Comes Santa Claus": Pentatonix performs "Here Comes Santa Claus" on stage while Layla attempts to convince the guard to let her behind. Teddy is hauled to the top of the set. He is afraid and refuses to go down during his musical cue. So Pentatonix gets the audience hyped up by singing the song and clapping together.

"Santa, Please Santa" by Pentatonix: Teddy and Layla join the group onstage at the end of Meet Me Next Christmas, where they kiss under the snow.

December, 02nd 2024

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