The one and only 1980s pop‑culture phenoms, Jem and the Holograms, once covered another iconic 80s creation.
So let’s transport back. Ring in the 2025 holidays with the single and music video for Jem’s “Last Christmas,” a shimmering cover of the duo great twosome, Wham!
A neon‑nostalgic treat that blends cartoon glam, synth‑sweetness, and pure holiday camp — exactly the kind of retro‑future sparkle we love to revisit this time of year.
⭐ INYIM Did You Know?
- The franchise was one of the first animated series to center a full fictional girl group with original pop tracks.
- Jem and the Holograms’ music was performed by real studio vocalists, not the animated cast.
- The original Jem series ran from 1985–1988 and produced over 150 original songs.
- Wham!’s “Last Christmas” was released in 1984 and remains one of the best‑selling holiday singles of all time.
- Jem’s cover was part of a later revival of the franchise’s music catalog, keeping the holographic magic alive for new generations.
Which version of “Last Christmas” hits your nostalgic sweet spot — Jem’s holographic glam take or Wham!’s iconic original? Drop your festive fave below.
