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

DJ Play a Christmas SongCher

Cher – DJ Play a Christmas Song (Official Lyric Video)

This is the lead track from Christmas, the first Christmas album Cher—often hailed as the Goddess of Pop—released in 2023.

The song deftly blends her signature dance-pop sound with a festive holiday spirit.

Its lyrics, which express a wish to escape the cold outside for a warm place and ask the DJ to play Christmas songs, capture a sense of liberation and togetherness on the club dance floor.

Released in October 2023, the track extended her chart record at age 77, making her the only solo artist with number-one hits in every decade from the 1960s to the 2020s.

With electronic beats that break from traditional Christmas song conventions and her powerful vocals resonating throughout, it’s perfect for livening up holiday parties and events.

Everyday is ChristmasSia

Sia – Everyday Is Christmas

This is the title track from Australian singer-songwriter Sia’s album Everyday Is Christmas, released in November 2017.

Created as her first Christmas project, the album is said to have been completed in just about two weeks with producer Greg Kurstin.

It’s a poppy, glittering holiday song that celebrates the special days of Christmas, featuring bell-like decorations that evoke the feel of a winter street scene.

Its jazzy chord progressions intertwine with Sia’s distinctive, soaring vocals, instantly lifting you into the Christmas spirit just by listening!

All I Want for Christmas Is YouMerry Christmas

Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Official Video)

Mariah Carey’s signature song, “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” Although this piece is often cited as a difficult song, it’s not without singable elements.

The tricky part is mainly the slow-tempo opening; once the beat kicks in and the tempo picks up, the kind of wide-interval vocal runs heard in the intro appear less frequently.

Even so, the overall difficulty remains on the higher side, but given its top-tier recognition and popularity, it’s well worth the challenge.

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I Just Don’t Feel Like Christmas Without YouRihanna

Rihanna – I Just Don’t Feel Like Christmas Without You / with lyrics on screen

Apparently, it’s an unreleased track and can only be found on YouTube.

It’s a rare one.

Speaking of Rihanna, she usually gives off a mischievous, tomboyish, and energetic vibe, but in this song she comes across as purely girly.

It’s super cute, so give it a listen.

Someday At ChristmasStevie Wonder

Someday At Christmas – Stevie Wonder

It’s a famous Christmas song by Stevie Wonder.

Its content is like an anti-war song: while lamenting the present, it’s a lovely piece that sings of a peaceful world everyone dreams of.

Since Japan is a peaceful country by global standards, some people here might not quite relate to it, but perhaps it would be nice to listen to this song and spend a solemn Christmas.

On ChristmasDum Dum Girls

Merry Christmas, Baby (Please Don’t Die)

This is a Christmas song by the Los Angeles–based Dum Dum Girls.

With a solid, grounded vocal that also carries a certain softness and nostalgic feel, paired with a cool sound, it makes for a very stylish Christmas track.

First December with YouOlivia Marsh

Olivia Marsh (올리비아 마쉬) – ‘First December with You’ Official MV

Australian singer-songwriter Olivia Marsh’s new song, released in December 2024, is a holiday track characterized by its warm tones.

As her third English digital single, it fully captures the year-end atmosphere.

Inspired by her “favorite holidays,” Olivia masterfully conveys the warmth of winter and a romantic mood.

Her soft, soothing vocals further enhance the song’s appeal.

Olivia is also the older sister of NewJeans’ Danielle—be sure to keep an eye on this talented duo!