George Michael was a pop genius who found magic in the most boring parts of a job. In 1984, he took his friends to a ski resort in Saas-Fee, Switzerland, to film a masterpiece. When you look at the BTS, you’d think he is just playing in the snow, but he planned every tiny repeat and setup. This hard work was for his hit “Last Christmas.”
The BTS shows that the effort Wham put in was intentional, and that hit was not accidental. You can see the group reset between takes to make the story look perfect. George even fixes a small wardrobe detail on his coat to stay in character.
Wham! – Last Christmas (Behind the Scenes)
Fans today are still shocked by how much effort went into a simple music video. One viewer said it is amazing to see the craft behind the snowy magic. Another person wrote that the tiny details make the “holiday movie” world feel very real.
These careful choices turned a cold mountain trip into a pivotal moment in music. Watching them build the story piece by piece makes the final version feel even better. It prepared the world for a global hit song that still tops the charts today.
Wham! – Last Christmas (Official Video)
The song tells the story of giving your heart away and having it broken. Even though the words are a bit sad, the beat makes everyone feel happy and warm, just what any Christmas would demand.
George Michael changed the world with their style and their very honest songs. His journey from a young star to a legend is something we can all admire. Follow him on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.