Deck The Airwaves: 15 Fresh Faces Timeless Tunes To Spice Up Your Holiday Playlist

15 Must-Have Christmas Songs to Spice Up Your Holiday Playlist

The holiday season is upon us, and the air is filled with the sweet sounds of Bing Crosby’s “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.” However, for those looking to spice up their holiday playlists with some modern twists, there’s a wealth of fresh talent to explore.

Artists like Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, and Taylor Swift have all jumped on the holiday bandwagon, crafting catchy and upbeat tracks that are sure to get you in the mood for the festive season. Meanwhile, younger stars like Sabrina Carpenter are bringing a fresh, youthful energy to the genre.

The annual streaming boost for holiday music is undoubtedly a major draw for many artists, but it’s clear that the appeal of Christmas tunes goes far beyond the numbers. For those who grew up on Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” the song’s enduring popularity is a testament to the power of holiday music to evoke feelings of nostalgia and joy.

Here are 15 modern Christmas songs to add to your holiday playlist, in chronological order of release:

1. “Last Christmas” by Wham! (1984) - A classic duet that still gets us in the mood for the holidays.
2. “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” by Band Aid (1984) - A timeless charity single that’s as relevant today as it was back in the day.
3. “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey (1994) - The song that started it all, and still gets us singing along every year.
4. “Where Are You Christmas?” by Faith Hill (2000) - A heartwarming ballad that’s perfect for snuggling up by the fire.
5. “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” by Pentatonix (2014) - A stunning a cappella rendition of the holiday classic.
6. “Underneath the Tree” by Kelly Clarkson (2013) - A fun, upbeat track that’s sure to get you moving.
7. “Mistletoe” by Justin Bieber (2011) - A catchy, pop-infused holiday song that’s perfect for the young at heart.
8. “Santa Tell Me” by Ariana Grande (2014) - A sultry, R&B-infused holiday track that’s sure to get you in the mood.
9. “Like It’s Christmas” by Jonas Brothers (2019) - A fun, upbeat track that’s perfect for the whole family.
10. “Make It Feel Like Christmas” by Gwen Stefani (2017) - A festive, pop-infused holiday song that’s sure to get you singing along.
11. “That’s Christmas to Me” by Pentatonix (2014) - A fun, a cappella holiday track that’s perfect for the whole family.
12. “Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays” by *NSYNC (1998) - A classic holiday song that’s sure to bring back memories.
13. “Christmas Eve” by Justin Bieber (2015) - A heartfelt, acoustic holiday track that’s perfect for snuggling up by the fire.
14. “Santa’s Coming for Us” by Sia (2017) - A fun, upbeat holiday song that’s sure to get you in the mood.
15. “Grown-Up Christmas List” by Kelly Clarkson (2013) - A heartwarming, adult holiday song that’s perfect for the grown-up in your life.

Whether you’re a fan of classic holiday tunes or modern pop-infused tracks, there’s something on this list for everyone. So go ahead, deck the halls, and get ready to make some holiday magic with these 15 must-have Christmas songs.