Edmonton-based Métis vocalist, songwriter, and music educator Michelle Joly shares her final release of 2025 with her uplifting new single, “All I Want For Christmas (Dreams Come True),” featuring Cree artist YNG Bear. Rooted in the warmth of small-town holiday memories, the song celebrates the simple, joyful moments with loved ones; the laughter, music, and togetherness that make Christmas feel magical at any age. Hailing from St. Paul, Alberta, Joly has spent more than two decades building a remarkable career that spans continents and genres. She has performed around the world as a featured vocalist, served as the lead soloist for the Vancouver Outreach Sweet Soul Gospel Choir under the direction of Chico (Marvin Gaye, Earth Wind & Fire, Lionel Richie), opened for Dr. Maya Angelou, and delivered backup vocals for Daniel Caesar at the JUNO Awards. Just this year, she headlined one of Canada’s largest Indigenous festivals, further cementing her reputation as a dynamic and deeply respected performer. In addition to all of her exceptional talents and accolades, Joly is a multi-instrumentalist and Long & McQuade music educator, who also serves as an Ambassador for the Downie Wenjack Fund, championing connection and understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
Stepping into the spotlight with her final single release of 2025, Joly blends heartfelt lyricism, lush orchestration, and boundless optimism to craft an instant holiday classic that evokes nostalgia, sparks hope, and ushers in an exciting new chapter in her artistic journey. Joly’s signature blend of jazz, soul, and cinematic orchestration shines throughout, transforming the track into a timeless holiday favourite in the making.
“All I Want For Christmas (Dream Come True)” will be available everywhere on Friday, December 5 2025.
About “All I Want For Christmas (Dream Come True)”:
Heartwarming, cinematic, and made for listeners of all ages, “All I Want For Christmas (Dream Come True)” is Michelle Joly’s uplifting holiday anthem celebrating the magic found in simple moments with the people we love. Written during a reflective period of her life, the song grew from Joly’s memories of leaving her small hometown of St. Paul at seventeen to chase her musical calling across the globe that meant years of accomplishing her career dreams of unforgettable performances, but also Christmases spent far from family. Through the ache of reflecting on missed memories, Joly transforms those memories into an inspiring tribute to togetherness, joy, and the simple, everyday moments that become holidays we never forget. Beginning as a gentle, piano-led idea and blossoming into a full cinematic arrangement produced with the orchestral touch of her favourite Disney soundtracks, “All I Want For Christmas (Dream Come True)” radiates warmth and emotional clarity. Its uplifting melodies and immersive arrangement capture the universal wish of the season: to gather, to laugh, and to sing with the people who matter most.
The track also features Cree artist YNG Bear, whose verse adds depth and a contemporary spark. Encouraged by Joly to write from a place of honesty and possibility, his contribution reflects his own journey of resilience, community leadership, and purpose. Together, Joly and YNG Bear craft a holiday song rooted in intention and heart, offering a bright, inspiring message that feels both timeless and refreshingly original. As Joly’s final release of 2025, “All I Want For Christmas (Dream Come True)” showcases her remarkable vocal presence, lyrical warmth, and boundless creativity, delivering a Christmas classic in the making.
Quote: “I wrote this song while thinking about the Christmases I spent far from home, and how much the little things like singing with my brother, and being with family truly mattered. Even though life changes, the spirit of those moments lives on, and I wanted this song to bring people back to that place of joy and connection.” – Michelle Joly
Michelle Joly Biography
Michelle Joly is a Métis vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose evocative blend of folk, jazz, soul, and roots music has made her a standout voice in the Canadian music landscape. Born and raised in St. Paul, Alberta, she has spent over two decades cultivating a career defined by her versatility, working as an artist, entertainer, producer, and respected music educator. Her catalogue of self-released albums showcases her unmistakable melodic instincts, dynamic range, and deeply expressive vocal style.
A celebrated performer on the global stage, Joly spent more than twenty years travelling the world as a featured soloist across several major cruise lines, captivating audiences with her signature warmth and artistry. She served as the featured soloist of the Vancouver Outreach Sweet Soul Gospel Choir, led by renowned artist Chico (Marvin Gaye, Earth Wind & Fire, Lionel Richie), and opened for Dr. Maya Angelou along with numerous other luminaries. Joly’s vocal talents were once again spotlighted when she performed backup vocals for Daniel Caesar at the JUNO Awards.
In 2025, she opened the Back to Batoche Festival, one of Canada’s largest Indigenous festivals, and headlined the Wanuskewin Truth and Reconciliation Festival in Saskatchewan, where she appeared on Global News. Her live performances have taken her to stages across the country, and her songwriting and performance once again earned her national recognition when her track “Cover Me” was selected as the theme song for the award-winning Prime Video film Dil Rahk: Gloves of Kin.
Most recently, Joly became an Ambassador for the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, deepening her commitment to fostering connection, understanding, and healing between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities through music and education. Guided by authenticity and unpretentious honesty, Michelle Joly continues to inspire audiences with a body of work rooted in storytelling, cultural connection, and a profound dedication to her craft.
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