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John Lennon's Christmas Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]
As an original member of The Beatles who was primarily responsible for vocals, guitar, lyric writing, and composing, he left behind many timeless masterpieces.
Here, we’ve compiled a ranking of his most popular and iconic Christmas songs.
John Lennon's Christmas Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]
Happy Xmas (War Is Over)John Lennon1rank/position
One of the most beloved Christmas songs in the world is John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s “Happy Xmas (War Is Over).” It debuted at number 23 on the UK Singles Chart and, following Lennon’s death in 1980, reached a peak of number 2.
It’s a classic not only as a Christmas song but also as a beautiful piece imbued with a message of peace.
This song has a gentle, ballad-like feel, and the piano arrangement shines.
Including its theme, the key to performing it lies in how beautifully you can express it.
Happy Xmas (War Is Over)John Lennon & Yoko2rank/position
“Happy Xmas (War Is Over),” written by John Lennon and Yoko Ono and released in 1971.
Although it wasn’t a major hit right after its release, it has repeatedly re-entered the charts every Christmas season and is now a classic Christmas song.
While many Christmas songs tend to be about love, romance, or God, this song carries a wish for peace.
Let’s perform it gently and calmly, praying that everyone around the world can enjoy a happy, conflict-free Christmas.
HAPPY XMAS（WAR IS OVER）John Lennon／Ono Yōko3rank/position
Speaking of classic Christmas songs, there’s this piece released in 1971 by John Lennon and Yoko Ono.
Although it didn’t make a huge splash when it first came out, it has re-entered the charts every Christmas season and has now become an indispensable favorite.
While many Christmas songs sing of love and romance, this one carries a wish for peace.
As you play it gently and calmly, pray that everyone around the world can enjoy a happy, conflict-free Christmas.