1990s Western Christmas songs: from blockbuster hits to hidden gems
Just seeing the way the cityscape changes every December and the sparkling decorations lining the shops somehow puts you in a buoyant mood, doesn’t it?
And what you can’t skip during this season, of course, is Christmas songs!
For those looking for Christmas music as BGM for a holiday party or for the car, this article introduces Western Christmas songs from the 1990s—a decade that produced many hit tracks.
Rather than covers of so-called standards, we’ve mainly gathered original Christmas songs, so it’s a must-see for anyone who wants to create a Christmas atmosphere that’s a little different from the usual!
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90s Western Christmas songs: introducing everything from massive hits to hidden gems (1–10)
Just Like ChristmasNEW!Low
Low, a slowcore band from Duluth, Minnesota that pursued quietude and spaciousness on the 1990s indie scene.
This track comes from their EP “Christmas,” released in November 1999, by the husband-and-wife duo Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker, known for delicate harmonies and minimalist playing.
The lyrics quietly portray a disjunction between memory and reality: watching snow begin to fall as they set off from Stockholm, someone murmured, “It’s like Christmas,” but it wasn’t truly Christmas.
In contrast to a glittering sense of festivity, the sound wraps the wintry melancholy and nostalgia in a tender embrace—very much Low’s unique world.
It’s a hidden gem for those who want to feel Christmas in peace, away from the clamor, or who are seeking a different atmosphere from the usual standards.
God Bless The ChildNEW!Shania Twain
Shania Twain, Canada’s reigning queen of country-pop.
Released in October 1996, this song was the eighth single from the landmark album “The Woman in Me.” It’s a calm, gospel-tinged ballad imbued with a prayer for children who suffer from pain and loneliness.
While the album version was a cappella, the single expanded the lyrics and added instrumentation.
Proceeds from the single were donated to children’s support organizations in the United States and Canada, and her live performances—featuring collaborations with local choirs—left a strong impression.
It spent 38 weeks on the Canadian charts and placed 11th on the overall Canadian singles chart of the 1990s.
A perfect track for those who want to find calm on a quiet night or reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.
I WishNEW!Tha Dogg Pound
The duo known as stalwarts of West Coast hip-hop, Tha Dogg Pound, is a powerhouse group formed by Daz Dillinger and Kurupt.
Their 1995 debut album Dogg Food topped the U.
S.
charts and went double platinum.
This track, included on the Christmas-themed compilation album Christmas on Death Row, was released in December 1996.
It samples a song by Jeff Lorber Fusion and features a mellow, lyrical arrangement that differs from gangsta rap.
Blending hip-hop rhythms with a wintry atmosphere, it stands out as a unique Christmas rap—perfect for parties when you want a different vibe.
’90s Western Christmas songs: From smash hits to hidden gems (11–20)
All I Want for Christmas Is YouMariah Carey
All I Want for Christmas Is You is a song released on November 1, 1994, by Mariah Carey, one of America’s leading R&B singers.
As the Christmas season approaches, you can almost always hear it playing around town.
The song carries a very romantic message: “I don’t need presents; I just want you.” It’s a classic that every couple eagerly awaiting Christmas should listen to.
Let It SnowBoyz II Men
“Let It Snow” is a song released by the R&B group Boyz II Men on September 28, 1993.
Featuring singer-songwriter Brian McKnight—well-known for “Back at One”—it’s a collaboration R&B lovers can’t resist.
The track is known as a highly romantic love song that uses exquisitely sweet expressions to depict spending Christmas with a lover.
Its message is essentially, “Since I’ll be spending Christmas feeling my lover’s warmth, I don’t care how cold it is outside.” If you’re planning to spend the holidays with your significant other, be sure to give it a listen.
Merry Christmas, Happy HolidaysNSYNC
“Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays” is a song released on November 24, 1998, by the vocal group *NSYNC, which Justin Timberlake was a member of.
In the United States, it’s common for popular artists to release holiday albums with a Christmas theme, and this track is included on their album “Home for Christmas.” It’s a cheerful holiday song sung from the perspective of children eagerly awaiting Christmas!
I Won’t Be Home for Christmasblink-182
Depicting Christmas from a unique perspective, “I Won’t Be Home for Christmas” is a song created by the rock band Blink-182 in 1997.
Set to a fast-paced sound, it tells the story of a man’s Christmas.
However, it isn’t a peaceful tale—the amusing twist is that the man is locked up in jail for a certain reason.
The more you listen, the more the man’s character comes into focus, and you may even grow fond of him.