Christmas Songs To Get You In The Holiday Spirit

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As the Christmas is here a list of songs that you can’t miss.

Whether you’re decorating the Christmas tree, hosting a holiday gathering, or simply trying to get hyped for the holiday season, a festive soundtrack with all the best Christmas songs is essential to set the mood while you deck the halls.

When you’re ready to make your playlist, consult this list of the top Christmas songs of all time to make sure you don’t forget one of your faves.

And no, we won’t judge if you break out the holiday tunes before Thanksgiving. If radio stations do it, why wouldn’t you?

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First is White Christmas (1942)
Bing Crosby’s classic hit about a picturesque Christmas scene is one of the most popular holiday songs ever — Guinness World Records even named it the best-selling single of all time, Eko hot blog gathered.

I’ll Be Home For Christmas (1943)
We couldn’t stop at one Crosby tune; his heartfelt holiday song is a moving tribute to the soldiers fighting in World War II.

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas (1944)
Judy Garland originally recorded this soft Christmas song for the musical Meet Me in St. Louis, which is about four daughters coming of age while getting ready to move to New York. Time for a re-watch?

The Christmas Song (1946)
Everyone knows this holiday song, so it barely needs a name — it’s the one where Nat King Cole sings, “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire.” It’s so popular that it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1974.

Frosty the Snowman (1947)
Gene Autry is the performer behind this song and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” so it’s a voice you’ve been attached to since you were a little kid.

Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! (1948)
This jazzy holiday song by Frank Sinatra is about that cold winter weather we all have a love-hate relationship with. Although it wasn’t on his original Christmas album, it was featured on the updated compilation album

Santa Baby (1953)
This cheeky song by Eartha Kitt is about wanting some pretty extravagant Christmas gifts. Even though this is a holiday tune, it’s one of her most well-known songs ever.

Blue Christmas (1957)
Elvis Presley’s recording of this song is the most well-known version, but rumor has it that he didn’t even want to sing it in the first place, according to an interview with late singer Millie Kirkham.

Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree (1958)
Brenda Lee was only 13 years old (!) when she recorded this holiday favorite. She’d probably wouldn’t have guessed that people would still be listening to it today.

Sleigh Ride (1958)
This Johnny Mathis pop song is from his first Christmas album ever — in total, he’s released six throughout his career.

Jingle Bells (1960)
Ella Fitzgerald’s jazzy rendition of this Christmas classic is a holiday staple. A harmonica version of it was actually the first song ever played in outer space, according to the Smithsonian.

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (1963)
Fun fact: This holiday pop song by Andy Williams is often featured in back-to-school commercials for Staples.

Christmas, Baby Please Come Home (1963)
Darlene Love’s barn-burner of a song may be about heartbreak, but it makes us happy to hear it every year.

A Holly Jolly Christmas (1965)
This holiday pop song by Burl Ives is the leading track on his Christmas album. The song was actually written by Johnny Marks, who, despite being Jewish, wrote tons of other popular Christmas songs, including “Rocking Around the Christmas Tree” and “Run Rudolph Run.”

Winter Wonderland (1966)
Dean Martin’s take on this classic holiday hit is upbeat and genuinely fun to listen to. He, too, has an entire Christmas album complete with his take on all your holiday favorites

Merry Christmas, Baby (1968)
For an R&B Christmas, there’s nothing more soulful that Otis Redding’s version of the Johnny Moore’s Three Blazers tune.

Christmastime Is Here Again (1968)
The Flirtations may not have achieved the heights of other ’60s girl groups, but their Christmas number, originally released as a B-side, is a banger.

Feliz Navidad (1970)
Puerto Rican singer José Feliciano’s upbeat song has easy-to-remember lyrics in both Spanish and English, making it the best bi-lingual Christmas song.

I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus (1970)
Even though Jimmy Boyd was the original artist of this song, Jackson 5’s cover is so much catchier, with funky beats, amazing vocals, and innocent conversations recorded in the background.

This Christmas (1971)
You’ve probably heard this soul song covered by plenty of other artists, but Donny Hathaway was the first. Rolling Stone even called him one of the “most important Black performers” of his time.

Happy Xmas (War Is Over) (1971)
John Lennon and Yoko Ono recorded this with the Harlem Community Choir as a protest song against the Vietnam War, and it eventually became a classic Christmas hit.

Christmas Must Be Tonight (1977)
For Christmas with a roots-rock vibe, this song by The Band celebrates the life of the “son of a carpenter” who brought the world joy.

Wonderful Christmastime (1980)
John Lennon wasn’t the only Beatle to make a Christmas classic: Paul McCartney wrote his about the good vibes on Christma

Christmas Wrapping (1981)
This New Wave tune details a lot of near-misses between the singer and a love interest, until they finally get together on Christmas. Anyone nursing a holiday crush can relate.

Hard Candy Christmas (1982)
Written as a song for the musical The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Dolly made the tune her own for the big screen adaptation that she starred in with Burt Reynolds in the ’80s.

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing (1982)
Julie Andrews’ graceful voice rings crystal clear in this classic religious hymn from her first holiday album, Christmas With Julie Andrews.

Last Christmas (1984)
Pop duo WHAM!, composed of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley, released this song in 1984, but it didn’t hit the top of the charts until 2017 (after Michael’s death), despite inspiring many cover versions in the ensuing years.

Deck the Halls (1984)
The electric guitar in this Mannheim Steamroller song is nothing short of iconic. Expect to hear it in commercials, at restaurants, and in the background of holiday light shows all season long.

Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town (1985)
Just give this Bruce Springsteen song a listen, and you’ll instantly realize why he’s called “The Boss.” It’s the most energetic performance of this classic holiday song out there.

Fairytale of New York (1987)
The Pogues originally wrote this song on a dare — a challenge put forth by Elvis Costello! — and in the years since its release, it’s become the most-played Christmas song of the 21st century in the U.K. and Ireland. Not bad for a bet!

Pretty much every celebrated artist has sung a holiday tune at some point over the years.

There are some under-the-radar picks that should be classics.

Then there are the holiday novelty songs, which come out one season a year, like the perfect advent treat.

And finally, there are also some of our modern Christmas song favorites, featuring pop singers who are able to put their own twists on those timeless classics.

Merry Christmas.

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