Ella Fitzgerald Popular Song Rankings [2026]

The Christmas SongElla Fitzgerald36rank/position

The Christmas Song

This song is arguably one of the most famous jazz Christmas numbers.

Written in 1944 by singer Mel Tormé with Bob Wells, its lyrics seem to capture everything about Christmas.

It’s said that the two came up with it on a hot summer day, imagining Christmas to help them cool off.

It’s pretty stylish that such a playful idea became a classic, isn’t it? This song has been recorded by many renowned singers—most notably Ella Fitzgerald and Nat King Cole—so be sure to compare different versions.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Watch What HappensElla Fitzgerald37rank/position

Ella Fitzgerald ft. Ernie Hecksher & His Big Band – Watch What Happens (Verve Records 1968)

Composed by Michel Legrand in 1960 as the theme for Jacques Demy’s film “Lola,” the piece became a hit when Demy added French lyrics and used it in the 1964 musical film “The Umbrellas of Cherbourg.” It’s a love song from a male perspective, expressing the frustration and heartache of being afraid of love and unable to speak honestly because of past wounds.

Later, Norman Gimbel wrote English lyrics, and the song became a hit in the United States as well!

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White ChristmasElla Fitzgerald38rank/position

White Christmas

White Christmas, a Christmas song that continues to be loved around the world, was released in 1942 with vocals by the male singer Bing Crosby.

Composed by Irving Berlin, the song became a huge hit and has been covered by many artists.

One famous jazz version is by the female jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald.

Even at a relaxed tempo, it conveys the excitement of the Christmas season.