70 Best Christmas Pop Songs to "Sleigh" the Holidays
Shuffle this playlist for the ultimate Christmas vibe.
The most wonderful time of year may still be a few months out, but that doesn't mean it's too early to prep for all your holiday festivities. So, why not get in the holiday spirit with a playlist of the best Christmas pop songs? Celebrate Christmas in July (because, yes, that is very much a thing), or wait till late November to decorate your Christmas tree while singing along to classic holiday tunes. Whether you're dressing up for a glitzy holiday party or looking for an extra dash of holly and jolly while wrapping Christmas presents, this playlist of Christmas pop songs has you covered.
Catchy Christmas jingles like Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You" and uptempo hits like Lil Nas X's "Holiday" get you in the mood to dance the night away at your annual ugly Christmas sweater party. Newer songs such as Doja Cat's "Santa Baby" puts a fierce spin on the Christmas classic, while Sabrina Carpenter's "A Nonsense Christmas" turns her viral track into a holiday hit. Of course, there are also iconic Christmas pop songs like Whitney Houston's "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" that help us remember what the holiday season is all about.
Ahead, spread yuletide joy with this playlist of the best Christmas pop songs of all time.
All I Want For Christmas Is You - Mariah Carey
You already know the reigning queen of Christmas had to make this list — this is one your whole family will know!
Christmas Tree Farm - Taylor Swift
I mean, Taylor literally grew up on a Christmas Tree Farm in Pennsylvania — this was kind of meant to be.
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Last Christmas - Wham!
Dare we say this is the greatest Christmas song of all time?
Sabrina Carpenter - A Nonsense Christmas
Sabrina spun her TikTok-viral hit into a cheeky Christmas jingle just in time for the 2022 holiday season.
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays - *NSYNC
Not gonna lie, this song still makes our holiday playlists every year – it's just that good.
Santa Tell Me - Ariana Grande
Although it was only released in 2015, Ariana's holiday single"Santa Tell Me" quickly became a Christmas classic.
Oh Santa! (feat. Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson) - Mariah Carey
This trio of powerhouse vocalists brought on the Christmas cheer with this rendition of Mariah's 2010 holiday hit.
Underneath the Tree - Kelly Clarkson
Kelly dropped an entire Christmas album in 2013, but "Underneath the Tree" instantly made its mark on the holiday season and became a Christmas classic for years to come.
Mistletoe - Justin Bieber
Even if you aren't that big of a Bieber fan, "Mistletoe" is the ultimate Christmas bop.
Like It's Christmas - Jonas Brothers
The JoBros created their own jolly tune in 2019 and 100% understood the assignment.
Glittery (feat. Troye Sivan) - Kacey Musgraves
For her holiday special in 2019, Kacey Musgraves dropped this stunning original song featuring Troye Sivan. TBH, we're still thinking of her dreamy Christmas dollhouse.
I'll Be Home for Christmas - Greyson Chance
Greyson Chance's take on this Christmas classic showcases his lower register over a moody piano.
You Make It Feel Like Christmas (feat. Blake Shelton) - Gwen Stefani
The "Hollaback Girl" became a holiday girl with her Christmas album in 2017. Gwen teamed up with her husband, Blake Shelton, for this adorable original track.
Together This Christmas - Maisie Peters
Maisie penned this festive love song for Amazon Prime Video's latest Christmas movie, Your Christmas or Mine? and it's quickly become one of our holiday faves.
Single on the 25th - Lauren Spencer Smith
Lauren Spencer Smith's song about being single during the holidays is so relatable and a reminder that you can find love outside of romance.
Someday at Christmas - Lizzo
Lizzo brought her smooth vocals to this track for the 2022 holiday season.
Do A Little Good (Squeaky Clean Version) - Ryan Reynolds
Ryan Reynolds sings this squeaky clean version of "Do a Little Good" in his Apple TV+ movie, Spirited.
Cozy Little Christmas - Katy Perry
It's always a campy Christmas with Katy Perry.
Santa Baby - Doja Cat
Doja's take on the sultry Christmas song is such a slay.
Holiday - Lil Nas X
Lil Nas X graced us with this super catchy track in 2020.
Sam is an assistant news editor at Cosmo, covering all things pop culture, entertainment, and celebrity news. She previously covered those same topics along with health, lifestyle, and beauty at Seventeen. When she isn't draping her cheeks in blush, you can probably find her live-tweeting awards shows or making SwiftToks.
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