In a heartwarming display of holiday cheer, American Idol champion Iam Tongi recently performed his rendition of "The Christmas Song" at the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade, held at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Kapolei, Hawaii. The event, hosted by Ginnifer Goodwin and Alfonso Ribeiro, marked the 30th straight year the parade has aired on ABC. Tongi's performance was a highlight of the evening, as he belted out the classic tune, popularized in 1946 by the Nat King Cole Trio. Interestingly, Cole had initially recorded a version of the song, but it was his second take, featuring a small string section, that became a major hit on both the pop and R&B charts. This holiday season has been a busy one for Tongi, who has been celebrating the 75th anniversary of two beloved Yuletide staples: King's Hawaiian's sweet rolls and Bing Crosby's 1950 hit "Mele Kalikimaka." In collaboration with Crosby's estate, Tongi put his own spin on the timeless holiday classic, calling the experience "surreal.
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