It wouldn’t be the holidays without some heart-warming entertainment‚ whether that be holiday-themed movies, Christmas television specials, or Christmas community events! However, there’s one element incorporated in all of the three things listed above, as well as following you around everywhere you go after Thanksgiving. That’s right, Christmas music! Now everyone knows the same old, holiday jingles that are sung every season, but there are some modern holiday tunes that shake things up! So when you’re nestled around the fireplace or on a mission to the mall for holiday shopping, try this playlist for the perfect poppy theme music: 1. “All I Want For Christmas Is You ” by Mariah Carey Oh, Mariah‚ everyone loves that voice of yours! This song is great for the family minimalist: “I don’t want much for Christmas… all I want for Christmas is you! ” What better way to express the love wrapped up in the holiday than by declaring that you just want to be around your loved ones? Plus, that extra high note Mariah hits at the end of the song is super impressive. via Giphy 2. “Last Christmas ” by Taylor Swift Have a merry country Christmas with this twangy cover by Taylor Swift! If the fact that T Swift did a Christmas cover doesn’t make you want to listen to it immediately, then there’s nothing more to say. via eOnline 3. “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree ” by She & Him In a spin on the holiday classic, She & Him add a steel guitar to make the track stand out from the original. It’s mellow, comforting, and did we mention that Zooey Deschanel is the one singing? That’s right, that actress can do anything‚ even make a hit holiday album entitled A Very She & Him Christmas! via Giphy 4. “Drummer Boy ” by Justin Bieber That’s right, the Biebs did a Christmas album too! The song starts out traditionally, but Justin kicks it up a notch with a synthesized background, a little bit of soul, and a lot of rap! Start the Christmas party with this tune. via Giphy 5. “Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays ” by “N Sync There was a time before Justin Timberlake ruled the world‚ well, he still kind of did when he was with “N Sync! “N Sync also jumped on the holiday album movement back in the day and came out with this little gem that (although kind of corny nowadays) is still a great guilty pleasure to get down to during the holidays! Let’s pray for Justin to bless us with another holiday album one of these days. via Giphy 6. “My Only Wish (This Year) ” by Britney Spears I can’t mention Justin without mentioning Britney! This song is so fun, asking “Santa can you hear me? I’ve been so good this year! ” Britney speaks for all of us when she says that she just wants to be loved this year. Spread some love this Christmas season by blasting Britney for all to hear! via Tumblr 7. “White Christmas ” by Otis Redding Kick it old school by swaying to the soulful crooning of Otis Redding this Christmas season. There’s no comparison when it comes to the perfect Christmas Eve song, right as you laugh with your family and friends in the living room. This song puts a smile on anyone’s face to be grateful for each and every holiday season, whether it’s white or not. via Giphy 8. “Sleigh Ride ” by TLC Conclude your ultimate Christmas playlist with this hip-hop holiday anthem by TLC! Join the pop princesses in their remix by saying, “have a merry, merry Christmas and a happy New Year. ” Don’t forget to dance around as you welcome in the New Year! via Giphy Do you like other pop holiday songs? Let us know what else is on your Christmas playlist!
8 Holiday Pop Songs That You Have to Hear This Season
