The Nashville singer-songwriter received the signed proclamation at the ceremony in Nashville, forever tying her 1958 song to her long-time home state.

One state has crowned its official Queen Of Christmas. According to News Channel 5 on December 2, elected officials in Tennessee declared Brenda Lee’s record “ Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree ” the state’s official holiday song.

On Monday, Tennessee leaders honored a woman — who may not exactly tower over anybody — but she casts a long shadow in the world of country music.

Chances are you've heard the classic song "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree," but chances are you didn't know the woman behind the song is a

Brenda Lee at the Tennessee Capitol yesterday with State Rep. Jason Powell and Gov. Bill Lee. Photo: Chris Hollo/courtesy of Universal Music Group Nashville Rockin' around the Christmas tree has been a Tennessee tradition for decades,

The song, which Brenda Lee recorded in Nashville when she was just 13 years old, is now the official holiday song of Tennessee.

Brenda Lee is a music icon and a true Tennessee treasure. ‘Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree’ has spread holiday joy throughout the world for decades and we are proud her