Christmas songs in Western music, from the latest hits to hall-of-fame classics.

WintertimeNorah Jones

Norah Jones – Wintertime (Audio)

A hidden gem among Christmas songs.

A gentle, intimate Christmas tune sung by Norah Jones.

Its wistful, bluesy melody leaves a strong impression.

If you use it as background music, you’ll want to choose the right moment.

It has an ending-like mood, so it might work well played softly during pick-ups, farewells, or closing time.

A slightly bittersweet, country-tinged Christmas number.

Fall in Love at ChristmasMariah Carey, Khalid, Kirk Franklin

Mariah Carey, Khalid, Kirk Franklin – Fall in Love at Christmas (Official Music Video)

If you’re in the mood for romance, I also recommend “Fall in Love at Christmas.” This track is a collaboration by singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, R&B singer Khalid, and gospel singer Kirk Franklin.

While the song has an R&B feel, the inclusion of a gospel choir adds a distinctly Christmassy grandeur.

Its structure is unlike most other songs, so the melody alone makes it worth a listen.

Santa Doesn’t Know You Like I DoSabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter – santa doesn’t know you like i do (Official Video)

Sabrina Carpenter is active not only as an actress but also as a singer.

Because she has an extremely beautiful appearance, that tends to draw attention, but in fact she’s been releasing solid R&B.

Her song “Santa Doesn’t Know You Like I Do,” as the title suggests, is a Christmas-themed number that portrays a close couple during the holiday season.

If you want to spend Christmas with your significant other in an excited, joyful mood, this is a track you should definitely listen to.

All I Want For Christmas Is YouFifth Harmony

Fifth Harmony – All I Want for Christmas Is You (Official Video)

It’s an evergreen Christmas song that never loses its charm no matter when you listen to it.

It’s a very famous track released by Mariah Carey in 1994, and the top American a cappella group Pentatonix has also covered it.

You can’t get through Christmas without hearing this song—it’s that much of a classic.

Its universally appealing sound means very few people dislike it.

This ChristmasChris Brown

Chris Brown – This Christmas (Official HD Video)

One of the artists who energized the new soul movement of the 1970s, Donny Hathaway.

His “This Christmas” is a classic and is known as a quintessential Christmas soul song.

This version is sung by Chris Brown, whose catchy vocals and high-level dance performance—evocative of Michael Jackson—leave a strong impression.

With a stronger R&B arrangement than the original, it’s also a great pick for parties.

Do You Hear What I Hear?Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood – Do You Hear What I Hear (Official Audio)

This is a song released by Carrie Underwood in 2007.

It features fairy tale-like lyrics and a beautiful, Christmas-like melody.

While the lyrics contain many fantastical expressions, they also offer a thoughtful message: let’s reach out so that children won’t have to tremble, because children are sure to bring a bright future to the world.

We Wish You a Merry ChristmasEnya

Enya – We Wish you a merry christmas

This is a song that always plays as Christmas approaches.

Surely everyone finds themselves humming it every year.

Although it’s a Christmas carol that originated in 16th-century England, it remains very familiar today thanks to the many artists who have covered it.

The version introduced here is Enya’s cover.

It’s a simple yet lovely arrangement.