Putting together the perfect Christmas playlist is one of the most important tasks of the holiday season. Sure, you've got to shop for gifts , decorate the house , and maybe host a holiday get-together — but the only way to make those activities as festive as possible is by playing a fabulous Christmas soundtrack in the background. For every playlist, you need an assortment of old and new, cheerful and chill. These modern Christmas songs include upbeat hits that'll get everyone dancing to chill ballads you'll want to listen to with a cup of cocoa by the fire. We know there's something for everyone's musical taste, whether you prefer a classic cover or love to listen to new holiday hits. Just sit back, relax preferable with some Christmas candies , and let these tunes put you in the holiday spirit. Is it possible for a song to be an instant classic? Twenty-five years after its release, Mariah Carey's ultimate holiday bop is still the go-to tune to get any party started.


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Decorative trees, gift-giving, all out brawls at the dinner table—sound familiar? But who could forget another iconic tradition associated with this celebratory time of year: Christmas music. Not only does a great Christmas pop song set the mood, it also makes you excited about the holiday season, even if it entails a six-hour flight, a crowded airport, or staying at home on your own on the 25th which, in pandemic times, is likely more common than ever. From classics songs by '80s pop duo Wham! Below, 25 of the best Christmas pop songs of all time to get you in the holiday spirit. Our gift to you. It's been 26 years since this legendary song debuted on the airwaves.
We're officially in the heart of the holiday season—which means it's perfectly acceptable to blast popular Christmas songs at an ear-screeching decibel. But what Christmas classic is the most popular of all time? Are you surprised? That song—not to mention the '94 Christmas album it comes from—is cultural canon! It sits atop Spotify's Christmas Hits playlist, which we included, below. We highlighted the top 51 songs for you after the playlist if you want to learn more, so pour yourself a glass of eggnog, hit play, and enter Club Christmas. And if you're in a romantic mood, check out these Christmas love songs.