[2026] Christmas songs in Western music: from new hits to hall-of-fame classics

Holiday-ish feat. Dylan MinnetteThe Regrettes

The Regrettes – “Holiday-ish” (feat. Dylan Minnette) [Official Audio]

Los Angeles–born rock band The Regrettes are known for their punk and garage-pop sound.

While they may not be a household name, they’ve built a devoted following.

Their Christmas song “Holiday-ish feat.

Dylan Minnette” features a melody highlighted by festive sleigh bells that’s perfect for the season.

Since it features Dylan Minnette, who’s also active as an actor, it’s a must-check for his fans.

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Ryo

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LudacrismasLudacris

Ludacris – Ludacrismas

It’s a hip-hop Christmas song, the kind you don’t hear very often among Christmas tracks.

The only Christmassy element might be the jingle bells ringing in the background.

Still, as a song, it’s a very cool hip-hop Christmas track.

Little Drummer BoyPentatonix

[Official Video] Little Drummer Boy – Pentatonix

The composition is by Katherine Kennicott Davis and was released in 1941.

Many musicians have covered it, and in Japan, the 1955 version by the Trapp Family Singers is well known.

Pentatonix is a vocal percussion and chorus group, and in addition to this song, they have also covered “Carol of the Bells” and “Deck the Halls.”

Have Yourself A Merry Little ChristmasSam Smith

Sam Smith – Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas (Official Music Video)

It was featured in the film “Meet Me in St.

Louis” and is hugely popular as a classic Christmas song.

Sam Smith, the London-born singer-songwriter who has captured the world’s attention, covered it in 2014.

The vocals are simply outstanding, making it a song you’ll want to listen to not only at Christmas.

Let It SnowBoyz II Men

Let It Snow

This is a Christmas song by Boyz II Men, a vocal group that has captivated many listeners with their beautiful chorus work.

When it comes to Christmas songs, choral harmonies are a defining image, which perfectly matches Boyz II Men’s strengths.

The chorus, where they deliver the snow-themed title “Let It Snow” with gorgeous harmonies, is truly breathtaking in its beauty.

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Murakami Shinpei

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