[By Scene] Christmas Karaoke Song Catalog: From Classics to the Newest Hits

Merry Christmas DarlingNEW!Carpenters

Merry Christmas Darling

It’s a song that was released as a single in 1970.

The lyrics were written in 1946 by Frank Pooler when he was 20, and he said they were about someone he had feelings for at the time.

The song itself is a Christmas ballad with a gentle melody line, making it something you can sing in a calm manner rather than with intensity.

Since it gradually builds toward the chorus, the structure makes you naturally think, “This is the chorus.” It’s better sung with a composed, steady tone rather than by belting.

You could accent the beginning of the melody, but don’t overdo it—using a deeper, softer voice will suit the mood.

Try singing with the sensation of resonating inside your mouth!

Christmas EveNEW!Idina Menzel

Christmas Eve

This song is included on a Christmas holiday album released in 2014.

In Japan, the same album was also released under the title “Snow Wishes,” and the song appears there as well.

Since it shares the same melody as Tatsuro Yamashita’s “Christmas Eve,” it’s very easy to listen to.

If you want a stylish English version, Idina Menzel’s rendition might be a good choice.

That said, the song builds steadily toward the latter half, so there are several spots where you’ll need to hit higher notes.

The ending phrases have very cool melodic lines, so men can lower the key and still deliver it well.

Overall, rather than enunciating crisply throughout, it’s better to sing with awareness of accents at the beginning and in certain parts.

Holly Jolly ChristmasNEW!Michael Bublé

Michael Bublé – Holly Jolly Christmas [Official HD]

Originally, it’s a classic Christmas song from the 1960s, first performed by Burl Ives.

Michael Bublé’s version was released in 2011.

It has jazzy elements, making it very stylish and easy to groove to.

At just two minutes long, it’s not hard to learn and feels familiar, so I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to pick up a Christmas tune! Overall, it’s a song that sounds really cool when sung with a relaxed feel and a light touch.

The jazz swing is key—don’t overthink it, let your body catch the groove! The rhythm will naturally fall into place.

I feel like it’s perfect for singing while swaying side to side with a drink in hand.

Try singing it as if you’re humming during a little break!

The First NoelNEW!Pentatonix

Pentatonix – The First Noel (Official Video)

Many of you may already know the original song, which comes from the traditional English Christmas carol “The First Nowell / The First Noel.” Pentatonix focuses on a cappella harmonies, making both the lead melody and the harmony parts easy to hear, and their singing seems to flow straight into the heart.

Some of you might be practicing a cappella for the Christmas season, right? Since a cappella relies on singing in perfect sync, I think it’s best to memorize the lyrics completely.

Of course, singing it solo at karaoke also creates a great atmosphere! Rather than singing it in a flowing manner, if you deliver each phrase carefully and with feeling, it becomes a very compelling piece—so sing it with confidence!

DJ Play a Christmas SongNEW!Cher

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 ChristmasNEW!Sia

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 YouJustin Bieber, Mariah Carey

Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (SuperFestive!) (Shazam Version)

Speaking of Christmas, many of you probably think of “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” This classic, released by Mariah Carey in 1994, has sold over 16 million copies worldwide.

While it’s a song most people know, I think fewer are familiar with the version featuring Justin Bieber.

This rendition is crafted to be even more poppy and upbeat than the original, making it perfect for a party tune.