It shouldn't come as a surprise when I say I loooove Christmas. My closest friends and family can all vouch for me when I say that my enthusiasm goes over the roof when it comes holiday season. There are plenty of festivities we can all partake in that only feel right when done during the Christmas time: ice skating outdoors under twinkling lights, sipping hot cocoa with marshmallows, rushing to buy presents for your loved ones, watching "The Polar Express", and so much more.
However, I have to say that the one thing that truly puts me in the festive mood is Christmas music and being able to share the joy of listening to classics (and non-classics) with friends and family. With that said, I have compiled my favorite Christmas tunes into a list below. And trust me when I say that these will have you smiling, dancing and in full-on holiday mode in no time!
1. "The Christmas Song" by Nat King Cole
2. "It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year" by Andy Williams
3. "Carol Of The Bells" by The Bird And The Bee
This rendition of a Christmas classic gives me serious chills.
4. "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree" by Brenda Lee
5. "Oh Santa!" by Mariah Carey
6. "Cold December Night" by Michael Buble
7. "The Christmas Waltz" by She & Him
There's just something special about Zoey Deschanel's voice.
8. "Sleigh Ride" by The Ronettes
9. "Underneath the Tree" by Kelly Clarkson
P.S. Can we take a moment to admire how beautiful Kelly Clarkson looks in this video? Talk about Christmas gown goals!
10. "All I Want For Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey
11. "Where Are You Christmas" by Faith Hill
12. "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" by Bruce Springsteen
Don't deny the excitement that arises every time you hear this song come on the radio.
13. "Grown-Up Christmas List" by Amy Grant
14. "Last Christmas" by Wham!
15. "Little Drummer Boy" by Pentatonix
16. "The Christmas Shoes" by Newsong
Warning: You might need a box of tissues for this one.
17. "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" by John Lennon and Yoko Ono
18. "Baby It's Cold Outside" by Idina Menzel and Michael Buble
Could there be a better pairing for this duet piece?
19. "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" by Frank Sinatra
20. "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" by Dean Martin
21. "White Christmas" by Bing Crosby
22. "Do You Hear What I Hear" by Martina McBride
23. "Believe" by Josh Groban
"The Polar Express" is a must-watch during the holidays.
24. "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" by Ella Fitzgerald
And just for kicks...
25. "Mistletoe" by Justin Bieber
Here is a Spotify playlist of the songs:
If you have any Christmas music favorites that I didn't mention, please comment them below!