Christmas songs from 80s Western music: from hit tracks to hidden gems

Driving Home For ChristmasChris Rea

Chris Rea – Driving Home For Christmas (Official Lyric Video)

A classic distinguished by a heartwarming melody that’s perfect for the Christmas season.

This song portrays the joy and anticipation of returning home, with a lyrical piano tone and Chris Rea’s warm vocals leaving a strong impression.

Although it was released in 1988 as a single from the album “New Light Through Old Windows,” it was actually recorded in 1986.

There’s also an intriguing anecdote that the idea came to him while stuck in traffic, observing the expressions of other drivers.

With a gentle tone that embraces the feelings of people heading back to their families or loved ones for Christmas, it’s a track you’ll want to play in the car on your way home.

Do They Know It’s Christmas?Band Aid

Band Aid – Do They Know It’s Christmas? (Official Video) [4K]

It was recorded in November 1984 as a charity single for famine relief in Ethiopia and released the following month on December 3.

It spent five weeks at number one on the UK charts, selling over one million copies in its first week alone—an astonishing achievement.

Because the song carries a strong message, it’s worth taking the time to understand the lyrics rather than just singing it for the vibe.

It’s great fun to sing in harmony with a few people, of course, but it’s also satisfying to sing solo since there are parts you can really belt out.

Each singer in the original has their own distinctive style, but don’t worry too much about that—singing in your own voice is best! Place a hand on your chest and try singing while resonating your voice.

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The Eyes of a ChildAir Supply

Air Supply – “The Eyes Of A Child”

The Australian duo Air Supply’s 1987 release The Christmas Album includes two original songs in addition to its covers.

This work is a ballad co-written by Graham Russell and composer Ron Bloom, asking us—now that we’re adults—to rediscover the importance of reclaiming the pure gaze of childhood that resonates more deeply with age.

Interweaving strings and orchestral accompaniment, its serene, emotionally rich finish is quintessentially Air Supply’s romantic sound.

There are records of it being distributed as a promotional single, and it remains a hidden gem that still gets radio play every Christmas season.

Why not give it a quiet listen on a peaceful Christmas Eve?

It Wasn’t His ChildSawyer Brown

It Wasn’t His Child

Formed in 1981 as a country music band, Sawyer Brown has long centered its career on live performances.

Featured on their 1988 album Wide Open, this song is a hymn-like Christmas piece written by songwriter Skip Ewing.

Told from the perspective of Joseph in the Bible, it explores themes of fatherhood and faith in accepting a child who is not his by blood.

Its calm sound, beginning with a gentle acoustic guitar, evokes a reverent, devotional atmosphere.

Although it peaked modestly at No.

51 on the charts, it has been covered by artists such as Trisha Yearwood and Reba McEntire and continues to be cherished.

It’s a song best savored on a quiet night.

All Through The NightCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – All Through the Night (Audio)

Cyndi Lauper’s 1983 track features a memorable, refraining sound that evokes the chill of winter.

It’s included on her debut album, “She’s So Unusual,” and was released as a single the following year.

The arrangement conjures images of illuminations and the festive atmosphere of Christmas, which is wonderful.

It celebrates the joy of being able to stay out all night and fills you with a positive feeling.

It’s a romantic Christmas song that makes you feel as if you could be reborn into a new version of yourself.

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