The Best Country Christmas Music to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
Looking for the best country Christmas music to get you in the holiday spirit? Look no further! This blog post features a list of our top 10 favorite country Christmas songs.
Country Music for Christmas
Kenny Chesney- “All I Want for Christmas is a Real Good Tan”
Kenny Chesney’s “All I Want for Christmas is a Real Good Tan” is the perfect song to get you in the holiday spirit! This feel-good tune is all about soaking up the sun and enjoying the simple things in life. Whether you’re dreaming of a white Christmas or just hoping for some warm weather, this song will definitely put a smile on your face.
Brad Paisley- “Merry Christmas, Baby”
This contemporary Christmas tune comes from superstar Brad Paisley. It’s a playful love song that will get you in the holiday spirit.
Carrie Underwood- “Do You Hear What I Hear?”
Carrie Underwood’s take on the classic Christmas song “Do You Hear What I Hear?” is a beautiful and unique addition to any holiday playlist. The country singer’s voice is hauntingly beautiful as she sings about the special meaning of Christmas.
Pop Music for Christmas
As the holidays approach, people start looking for the best Christmas music to get them in the holiday spirit. If you’re looking for something a little different this year, try out some of these pop songs that have a Christmas twist. You might be surprised at how much you enjoy them!
Justin Bieber- “Mistletoe”
From his 2011 album Under the Mistletoe, Canadian crooner Justin Bieber offers up this catchy pop tune about, what else, mistletoe! “Mistletoe” is an ode to young love and all the special moments that happen beneath the sprigs of greenery. It’s the perfect tune to get even the biggest Scrooge in the holiday spirit!
Mariah Carey- “All I Want for Christmas Is You”
Carey co-wrote the song with Walter Afanasieff, who produced it with her for her fourth studio album and first holiday album, Merry Christmas. “All I Want for Christmas Is You” is a mid-tempo track that includes jingle bells in its instrumentation. The song’s lyrics declare that the narrator does not care about Christmas presents or lights; all they want for Christmas is their lover.
The song was released by Columbia Records on November 1, 1994, and was later included on several year-end and decade-end lists of best holiday songs. In 2002, “All I Want for Christmas Is You” was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and remains Carey’s biggest international hit to date. The single topped the Billboard Hot 100 Airplay chart in December 1998, becoming only the second holiday single to do so (the first being Bing Crosby’s “White Christmas” in 1948).
Michael Bublé- “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas”
This month, we’re rounding up the best pop music for Christmas. And what better way to get into the holiday spirit than by listening to Michael Bublé’s “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas.”
The Canadian crooner’s take on the holiday classic is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. And if you’re looking for more Christmas classics, check out our list of the best country Christmas music.
Rock Music for Christmas
Bon Jovi- “I Wish Everyday Could Be Like Christmas”
From their 1999 album, “Have a Nice Day,” Bon Jovi’s “I Wish Everyday Could Be Like Christmas” is a country-tinged rocker that will get you in the holiday spirit. Frontman Jon Bon Jovi has said that the song was written for his wife and daughter, and it’s easy to see why. With its message of love and family, this song is sure to get you feeling all the Christmas feels.
Bruce Springsteen- “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”
This song is from Bruce Springsteen’s 1985 album “Born in the U.S.A.” and it is a cover of the traditional Christmas song. Springsteen’s version of the song is more uptempo and rock-oriented than the original, and it features his trademark growling vocal style. The song has become a holiday classic, and it is sure to get you in the holiday spirit!
U2- “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)”
U2’s “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” is a prime example of the perfect rock song for Christmas. The track is upbeat and catchy, with just the right amount of holiday cheer. Additionally, the lyrics are both sweet and sentimental, making it the perfect tune to get you in the holiday spirit.
