when was have yourself a merry little christmas written

"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" was first written by Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane in 1943 for the musical "Meet Me in St. Louis". It was first performed by Judy Garland in the film adaptation of the same name. The song became a popular standard and has been recorded by numerous artists over the years, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and James Taylor. The song has since become a holiday classic and is often sung during the Christmas season.