Grammy-winning artists Norah Jones and Leon Bridges have released a new holiday single titled “This Christmas I’m Coming Home.” The track, now streaming on all major platforms, offers a soulful and nostalgic take on the festive season. Co-written by Jones and producer Leon Michels, the collaboration bridges the artists’ jazz and R&B influences into one timeless Christmas record. The release marks the first of two planned holiday songs from Bridges this year.
A Soulful Holiday Collaboration
The single features Norah Jones and Leon Bridges trading smooth, heartfelt verses over a warm, soul-inspired instrumental. Their chemistry recalls classic holiday duets, blending Jones’s jazz piano touches with Bridges’s modern R&B tone. The lyrics evoke themes of returning home and reconnecting during the holidays, resonating with audiences worldwide.
According to Rolling Stone, the song cleverly references Bridges’s 2015 hit “Coming Home,” creating a thematic link to his earlier work. The production, handled by Leon Michels, echoes the nostalgic sound of Jones’s 2021 holiday album I Dream of Christmas, where Michels also served as producer.
Industry Reaction and Critical Response
Music critics and fans have praised the release for its emotional authenticity and classic feel. Industry outlets have highlighted how “This Christmas I’m Coming Home” reaffirms Norah Jones’s reputation for crafting timeless seasonal music while showcasing Bridges’s vocal warmth and storytelling depth.
The collaboration also demonstrates the ongoing musical chemistry between Jones and Michels, a partnership that has yielded several acclaimed projects since 2021.
Cultural Impact and Artistic Significance
The single positions both artists at the forefront of contemporary holiday music. For Norah Jones, it extends her tradition of intimate, heartfelt Christmas performances. For Leon Bridges, it bridges vintage soul influences with modern production, appealing to both classic and new audiences.
The duet underscores a growing trend of genre-crossing holiday collaborations that blend jazz, R&B, and pop sensibilities, signaling a fresh chapter in seasonal music releases.
What’s Next for the Artists
Leon Bridges has confirmed that a second holiday track, “A Merry Black Christmas,” will be released on November 14, 2025. Meanwhile, Norah Jones recently wrapped her Cowboy Tour alongside Charley Crockett in September.
With both artists maintaining active schedules, this collaboration keeps them in the public spotlight as the year concludes — setting the stage for continued holiday playlist dominance through the season.
Sources
Rolling Stone
Billboard
Spotify Newsroom
Apple Music Press
Official artist websites (NorahJones.com, LeonBridges.com)
