what year did white christmas come out

The song "White Christmas" was written by Irving Berlin and released in 1942, during World War II. It was the best-selling single of all time, selling over 30 million copies, and has since become one of the most popular Christmas songs in history. The song is often associated with the Christmas season and the holiday spirit, and it has been featured in numerous films and television specials, including "White Christmas," the classic 1954 film starring Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye.