"This One's for the Children" is a 1989 single by

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. The lead vocals were sung by

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and

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. Taken from the group's holiday album, '' Merry, Merry Christmas'', the single peaked at number 7 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 in December 1989, and number 9 on the

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in December 1990. Featured on the song's B-side was "Funky, Funky Xmas", which was an airplay only single promoted during the holiday season. The rap/lead vocals were sung by

Joey McIntyre Joseph Mulrey McIntyre (born December 31, 1972) is an American singer-songwriter and actor. He is best known as the youngest member of the pioneering boy band, New Kids on the Block. He has sold over one million records worldwide as a solo ar ...

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, and

Music video

The video starts with different languages saying "This One's for the Children". It features the band near a piano with

playing it and co-singing with

while showing young children from around the world.

Charts and certifications

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications

References

External links

Official video
1989 singles New Kids on the Block songs American Christmas songs Columbia Records singles Songs written by Maurice Starr Song recordings produced by Maurice Starr Pop ballads 1989 songs 1980s ballads {{1980s-pop-song-stub