Christmas is a time for excitement, thankfulness, and love. Many of this cheerful holiday’s most exciting aspects are best celebrated by the jolly music played during the holiday season. These top ten Christmas songs truly keep the Christmas season merry and joyful throughout the month of December.

10.) “Mistletoe” by Justin Bieber – Justin Bieber’s “Mistletoe” details a story of teenage love. The romantic lyrics and
the sweetness of Bieber’s voice leave the listener with a warm festive feeling filled with joy.

9.) “The Chipmunk Song” by Alvin and The Chipmunks – In the widely popular children’s movie, three Chipmunks Alvin, Simon, and Theodore, create a winter- wonderland with whimsical verbiage that leave their young audiences with longings for holiday festivities and the aftermath of memories.

8.) “Last Christmas” by Wham! – This sentimental love song holds a melancholic story behind the soft croons of the musical duo. The song uncovers the story of a broken heart with every passing line, capturing a bittersweet essence of love during the holiday season.

7.) “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” by Gene Autry and The Pinaforces – A timeless Christmas tune for most of all ages, this fun and whimsical song sends listeners down memory lane and creates nostalgia for childhood Christmases. This song tells the story of Rudolph and his journey of self acceptance, leading by example for young and old listeners alike.

6.) “Feliz Navidad” by Jose Feliciano – The mix of Spanish and English language in this Puerto-Rican song creates a multicultural and festive atmosphere for a diverse audience. The cheery, upbeat music paired with strong vocals gives the listener a fun and happy feeling inside for the festive time.

5.) “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey – This well-loved romantic and festive hit is a staple as the days get chillier. It is one of Carey’s most successful songs which, according to Spotify, continually tops charts come wintertime (spotify.com). This song truly captures the holiday spirit.

4.) “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” by Michael Bublé – Typically played in the early days of the wintertime, this merry melody truly sets off the holiday season. In a warm and comforting tune, Bublé describes the Christmas season, painting a vivid picture of its proximity in the listeners’ minds.

3.) “Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town” by Frank Sinatra – This mellow, tell-tale piece tips off festivities with lyrics about Santa Claus’ approaching arrival bringing his countless gifts. Sinatra conveys the classic Christmas feeling and creates
excitement for listeners.

2.) “Santa Baby” by Eartha Kitt – In Singer Eartha Kitt’s romantic song, she sings about love during the holiday season, using a sweet and siren-like voice. Captivating listeners with a romantic anecdote, Kitt leaves her audience with a flirty tale of glamor about the joy of receiving gifts and love during the holidays.

1.) “Baby It’s Cold Outside” by Frank Sinatra – An incredibly passionate piece, “Baby It’s Cold Outside” details the back- and-forth story between Sinatra and his presumed date. As he fights for her to stay inside with him, listeners can feel the tension, creating a colorful scene of the couple alongside the lyrics.