{"id":17842,"date":"2024-11-05T19:29:59","date_gmt":"2024-11-06T00:29:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/?p=17842"},"modified":"2024-11-05T19:30:00","modified_gmt":"2024-11-06T00:30:00","slug":"the-top-100-christmas-songs-across-all-genres","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.postable.com\/blog\/the-top-100-christmas-songs-across-all-genres\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top 100 Christmas Songs Across All Genres"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Christmas season deserves a soundtrack, and there\u2019s no shortage of songs to choose from! As your family decks the halls, trims the tree, and rips open presents on Christmas morning, music creates the warm, festive atmosphere that makes this holiday so special. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not sure which songs to add to your yuletide playlist? Worry not, we\u2019ve got you covered with the top 100 Christmas songs, from classic favorites to pop hits and everything in between.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Top Old-School Christmas Songs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. \u201cLet It Snow\u201d<\/strong> evokes visions of swirling snowflakes outside the window while you remain cozy around the fireplace, surrounded by those you love.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. \u201cWinter Wonderland\u201d <\/strong>is a 1934 Christmas classic that transports you to a magical yuletide scene of sparkling snow and friendly snowmen.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. \u201cA Holly Jolly Christmas\u201d <\/strong>encapsulates the Christmas spirit<\/a>, exuding feelings of joy and cheer.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. \u201cIt\u2019s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas\u201d <\/strong>reflects the anticipation and excitement at the start of the holiday season, with smooth vocals and a charming melody to boot.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. \u201cFeliz Navidad\u201d <\/strong>brings cultures together with cheerful, festive lyrics alternating between Spanish and English.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. \u201cThe Christmas Song\u201d <\/strong>by the King Cole Trio has a warm, nostalgic sound and paints a comforting picture of Christmas.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. \u201cHere Comes Santa Claus\u201d <\/strong>is an Elvis Presley classic with crooning vocals that tap into a child\u2019s holiday excitement.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. \u201cSleigh Ride\u201d <\/strong>is a campy, upbeat holiday tune that brings you along on a fast-paced, snowy journey on the back of a sleigh.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. \u201cSilent Night\u201d <\/strong>taps into the true meaning of the season: heavenly peace for all.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. \u00a0\u201cO Holy Night\u201d <\/strong>recognizes the religious significance of the Christmas holiday and showcases angelic vocals.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. \u201cO Tannenbaum\u201d<\/strong> is a German Christmas song that originally came from a traditional folk song before becoming a holiday favorite.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. \u201cDo You Hear What I Hear?\u201d <\/strong>is a larger-than-life Christmas classic that calls for peace and hope.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  13. \u201cHave Yourself A Merry Little Christmas\u201d<\/strong> is a dreamy, nostalgic Christmas tune with lilting harmonies and crooning vocals from Frank Sinatra.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  14. \u201cSanta Claus is Comin\u2019 to Town\u201d <\/strong>is an ode to Father Christmas and the anticipation of children awaiting his magical arrival.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  15. \u201cRudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer\u201d <\/strong>tells the classic Christmas tale of Rudolph, Santa\u2019s right-hand reindeer!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  16. \u201cBaby It\u2019s Cold Outside\u201d <\/strong>may have questionable lyrics in this day and age, but you can\u2019t deny the catchiness of this classic Christmas duet.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  17. \u201cJingle Bells\u201d <\/strong>is simple but effective, a holiday classic you can\u2019t help but sing along to.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  18. \u201cMary Did You Know?\u201d <\/strong>is a Christmas song addressed to Mary, the mother of Jesus, recognizing the religious significance of the season.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  19. \u201cThe First Noel\u201d <\/strong>carries the listener through the night of Jesus\u2019s birth in Bethlehem in this melodious Christmas classic.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  20. \u201cI Saw Three Ships\u201d <\/strong>is the perfect song to play when Christmas morning finally arrives, with a triumphant, heartening sound.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  21. \u201cFrosty the Snowman\u201d <\/strong>is a festive classic about one of the kids\u2019 favorite holiday characters.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  22. \u201cMele Kelikimaka (Hawaiian Christmas Song)<\/strong>\u201d is a charming holiday tune, originally from Bing Crosby and The Andrews Sisters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  23. \u201cIt\u2019s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year\u201d <\/strong>highlights the beauty and happiness of the season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  24. \u201cJoy To The World\u201d<\/strong> is a celebratory yuletide classic to toast to the season and our many blessings.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  25. \u201cMerry Christmas Darling\u201d <\/strong>by the Carpenters is an old-school romantic tune to warm up your holidays<\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The Best Funny Christmas Songs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    1. \u201cGrandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer\u201d <\/strong>by Elmo and Patsy is a popular, humorous Christmas tune that anyone who has experienced a holiday mishap can relate to.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. \u201cAll I Want for Christmas (Is My Two Front Teeth)\u201d <\/strong>by Melissa Lynn features charmful youthful vocals, poking fun at more serious Christmas ballads.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. \u201cI Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas\u201d<\/strong> is a comedic holiday classic, encapsulating a child\u2019s imagination (and less-than-practical requests).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. \u201cSanta\u2019s Lament\u201d <\/strong>by Father Guido Sarducci is a giggle-worthy track about Santa\u2019s qualms during the holidays\u2014because nobody\u2019s perfect!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. \u201cElf\u2019s Lament\u201d <\/strong>by the Barenaked Ladies (featuring Michael Buble) is perhaps a callback to \u201cSanta\u2019s Lament\u201d, although the elves have very different complaints.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. \u201cSanta Baby\u201d<\/strong> is a flirty Christmas track that\u2019s been covered by countless artists over the years.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    7. \u201cThe Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don\u2019t Be Late) <\/strong>is from back in the \u201950s, but it\u2019s still a favorite among fans of Alvin, Simon, and Theodore.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Classical Christmas Favorites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      1. \u201cCarol of the Bells\u201d<\/strong> is one of the most recognizable classical Christmas songs, with a grand, atmospheric quality and a hint of drama.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. \u201cDance of the Sugar Plum Fairy\u201d <\/strong>from Tchaikovsky\u2019s The Nutcracker <\/em>is an instantly recognizable and undeniably elegant holiday composition.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Handel\u2019s <\/strong>Messiah <\/em><\/strong>is a holiday tradition performed across the world every Christmas season.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. \u201cLittle Drummer Boy\u201d <\/strong>is inspired by the nativity and has remained one of the most recognizable Christmas songs around.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. \u201cCorelli Christmas Concerto\u201d <\/strong>is a holiday masterpiece from Arcangelo Corelli.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. \u201cSomewhere in My Memory\u201d <\/strong>was composed by John Williams for the popular holiday film Home Alone<\/em>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      7. \u201cChristmas Time is Here\u201d <\/strong>is instantly recognizable from A Charlie Brown Christmas<\/em>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      8. \u201cChristmas\u201d <\/strong>is an elegant waltz written for December in Tchaikovsky\u2019s The Seasons. <\/em>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      9. \u201cThe Christmas Oratorio\u201d <\/strong>by Bach is a grand festive composition for classical music lovers.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Best Pop Christmas Songs to Brighten Your Holiday<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        1. \u201cAll I Want for Christmas Is You\u201d <\/strong>by Mariah Carey is an upbeat, chart-topping holiday hit, ranking number one on Billboard\u2019s Greatest of All Time Holiday Songs chart<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. \u201cLast Christmas\u201d <\/strong>by Wham! is a holiday pop phenomenon that will have you reminiscing about romances of Christmases past.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. \u201cMistletoe\u201d <\/strong>by Justin Bieber is a soft pop hit with catchy lyrics\u2014perfect for your round of yuletide karaoke.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. \u201cHard Candy Christmas\u201d <\/strong>by Dolly Parton is a quintessential Dolly tune, this time for the festive season.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        5. \u201cWonderful Christmastime\u201d <\/strong>by Paul McCartney is a quirky holiday favorite with lighthearted lyrics and jingling bells.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        6. \u201cSanta Tell Me\u201d <\/strong>by Ariana Grande is a modern Christmas hit, featuring Grande\u2019s impeccable vocals and lyrics you can\u2019t help but sing along to.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        7. \u201cChristmases When You Were Mine\u201d <\/strong>by Taylor Swift is a sentimental track with an acoustic sound and Swift\u2019s undeniable songwriting.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        8. \u201cChristmas (Baby Please Come Home)\u201d <\/strong>is an ode to love and romance during the holiday season.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        9. \u201cMerry Christmas (Happy Holidays)\u201d<\/strong> is a bright, cheery, modern Christmas tune by 90\u2019s pop sensation *NSYNC.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        10. \u201cMistletoe\u201d <\/strong>is another Justin Beiber creation that we just can\u2019t get out of our heads during the holidays.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        11. \u201cOne More Sleep\u201d<\/strong> by Leona Lewis is a poppy Christmas bop, complete with jingle bells and Lewis\u2019s beautiful trills.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        12. \u201cMy Grown Up Christmas List\u201d<\/strong>, originally by David Foster and Natalie Cole, is a slow, reflective holiday duet. \u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        13. \u201cDriving Home for Christmas\u201d <\/strong>is a late 80\u2019s holiday tune by Christ Rea, with an easygoing yet sentimental sound that we\u2019ve come to love.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        14. \u201cUnderneath the Tree\u201d <\/strong>is a fast-paced holiday delight by Kelly Clarkson.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        15. \u201cYou Make It Feel Like Christmas\u201d <\/strong>by Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton is a modern Christmas duet with a bright, lighthearted sound.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        16. \u201cMy Only Wish (This Year)\u201d <\/strong>features Britney Spears\u2019 singular vocals in a campy, jingle-bell-filled song.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        17. \u201cHappy Xmas (War Is Over) <\/strong>by John Lennon and Yoko Ono is a joyful, reflective holiday anthem.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        18. \u201cI\u2019ll Be Home\u201d <\/strong>by Meghan Trainor is a holiday tune with a melancholy sound and lyrics of longing.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        19. \u201cChristmas Everyday<\/strong>\u201d by Brandy portrays the wish that so many have: to celebrate Christmas all year long.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        20. \u201cDJ Play a Christmas Song\u201d <\/strong>is a festive favorite off of Cher\u2019s original Christmas album.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        21. \u201cSnowman\u201d <\/strong>by Sia is a slow, jazzy piano track with Sia\u2019s unique vocals.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        22. \u201cCozy Little Christmas\u201d<\/strong> by Kary Perry is a cute, cheerful Christmas pop anthem.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        23. \u201cChristmas Tree Farm\u201d <\/strong>by Taylor Swift is a magical holiday tune, sure to delight the Swifties in your life.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        24. \u201cLike It\u2019s Christmas\u201d<\/strong> by the Jonas Brothers is a catchy festive tune, perfect for dancing at the holiday party.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        25. \u201cCandy Cane Lane\u201d <\/strong>by Sia is a bright, galloping Christmas track to fire up your holiday spirit.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        26. \u201cGreen Christmas\u201d<\/strong> is a light, irreverent holiday tune from the Barenaked Ladies that speaks to the grinch in all of us.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        27. \u201cChristmas Time\u201d <\/strong>is a dramatic festive tune from pop superstar Christina Aguilera.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        28. \u201cOne I\u2019ve Been Missing\u201d <\/strong>will mix up your holiday playlist with smooth vocals from the pop girl group Little Mix.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        29. \u201cDear Santa\u201d <\/strong>mixes up tradition while letting the holiday spirit shine through with festive lyrics from OneRepublic.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        30. \u201cStep Into Christmas\u201d<\/strong> is a Christmas song in Elton John’s unmistakable style, making it a must-listen during the holiday season.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        31. \u201cDecember\u201d <\/strong>by Ariana Grande features strong beats and gorgeous vocal runs for a poppy Christmas bop.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        32. \u201cOh Santa!\u201d <\/strong>will liven up your yuletide gathering with Mariah Carey\u2019s singular style.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        33. \u201cMan With The Bag\u201d <\/strong>is a jazzy tune with an old-school lilt by Jessie J.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          R&B Holiday Songs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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          1. \u201cGive Love On Christmas Day\u201d<\/strong> by Jackson 5 is a smooth, vibey song for the festive months.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. \u201cThis Christmas\u201d <\/strong>by Donny Hathaway is a warm, jazzy Christmas song to brighten the season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. \u201cSanta Claus Go Straight To The Ghetto\u201d <\/strong>by James Brown is a soulful tune from 1968.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          4. \u201cChildren\u2019s Christmas Song\u201d <\/strong>is an R&B, Motown Christmas song from girl group The Supremes.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          5. \u201cI Want to Come Home For Christmas\u201d<\/strong> is a slow, waltzing Marvin Gaye track that encompasses love and romance in the holiday season.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          6. \u201cWhat Christmas Means To Me\u201d <\/strong>is a Stevie Wonder original that will brighten up any Christmas gathering and get your loved ones dancing.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          7. \u201cPlease Come Home For Christmas\u201d<\/strong> is a holiday favorite from American blues crooner Charles Brown.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          8. \u201cI Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus\u201d <\/strong>is a playful, lighthearted holiday track from Jackson 5.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          9. \u201cBecause of His Love\u201d <\/strong>by Brian McKnight features classic R&B beats and smooth-as-silk vocals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          10. \u201cGo Tell it On The Mountain\u201d <\/strong>by Gregory Porter is a Motown favorite that always rolls around for Christmastime.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          11. \u201cCome December\u201d<\/strong> by Jordan Fisher is a modern R&B festive song that anyone can groove to.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          12. \u201cWinter Song\u201d<\/strong> is a soft, soulful tune from Hamilton star Leslie Odom Jr.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          13. \u201cFunky Little Drummer Boy\u201d <\/strong>is a jazzy, irresistible twist on the original \u201cLittle Drummer Boy\u201d from Sharon Jones and The Dap-Kings.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          14. \u201cEvery Year, Every Christmas\u201d <\/strong>by Luther Vandross has a light, twinkling sound with effortless vocals.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          15. \u201cSomeday At Christmas\u201d <\/strong>is another holiday favorite from legend Stevie Wonder.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          16. \u201cChristmas Ain\u2019t Christmas (Without The One You Love)\u201d <\/strong>is Aretha Franklin\u2019s quintessential holiday song, with her stunning, undeniable vocals.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          17. \u201cMerry Christmas Baby\u201d<\/strong> is a jazzy, romantic track <\/strong>from the illustrious Etta James.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          18. \u201cBe There For Christmas\u201d <\/strong>by Ledisi is a catchy, upbeat R&B track that will have you dancing around the tree.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            Our Top Rock Christmas Tunes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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            1. \u201cRockin\u2019 Around the Christmas Tree\u201d<\/strong>, written by Johnny Marks and recorded by Brenda Lee, is technically a rockabilly <\/strong>Christmas song, blending elements of rock and country for an undeniably catchy tune.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. \u201cJingle Bell Rock\u201d <\/strong>is the quintessential rock Christmas song, perfect for lively festive parties and trimming the tree.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            3. \u201cRun Rudolph Run\u201d <\/strong>by Chuck Berry is a rock-and-roll classic to enjoy around the holidays.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            4. \u201cMerry Christmas (I Don\u2019t Want to Fight Tonight)\u201d <\/strong>by the Ramones is a punk-rock track, perfect for anyone seeking something a little edgier than the Christmas classics.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            5. \u201cBlue Christmas\u201d <\/strong>is one of Elvis\u2019 Presley\u2019s most memorable holiday hits, with soulful vocals and a nostalgic sound.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            6. \u201cLittle Saint Nick\u201d <\/strong>is The Beach Boys\u2019 original holiday track, and it\u2019s a memorable one!\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            7. \u201cDo They Know It\u2019s Christmas\u201d <\/strong>by Band Aid was originally recorded (and has been re-recorded) to support global charitable efforts around the holidays.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            8. \u201cMust Be Santa\u201d <\/strong>by Bob Dylan is a lively holiday tune with plenty of accordion and Dylan\u2019s unmistakable vocals.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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