Lovely Christmas

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

Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
Under the theme of “vocal skills that stand up on the world stage,” I have experience teaching as an online vocal coach specializing in Western music, and I usually listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. In my teens, I questioned the idea that “foreign music equals English,” and started exploring songs from around the world. My commentary is characterized by a unique perspective shaped by listening to music of every genre, in every language, from every country. I mainly cover world music, so be sure to check it out!

Christmas songs you hear everywhere once the holiday season arrives.

Japanese songs are great too, but if you really want to soak up the Christmas vibe, Western Christmas songs are wonderful, aren’t they?

Many people look for classic Christmas tunes across genres like rock, folk, country, pop, and R&B, but you might be thinking: “I don’t know the standards,” “I don’t know which artists sing them,” or “I want to discover new Christmas songs.”

If that sounds like you, you’re not alone.

Especially with Western Christmas music, it can be tough to choose if you don’t usually listen to Western artists.

Two key points when picking Christmas songs are: tracks whose sound instantly says “Christmas” the moment you hear them, and older classics that are still hugely popular today.

With those points in mind, try choosing the perfect track from the selections below to light up your holy night.

This time, we researched popular songs based on feedback from music fans who wrote in to our site.

We’ve compiled a carefully curated list.

Enjoy!

Western Christmas songs: from the latest hits to hall-of-fame classics (131–140)

Little Drummer BoyPentatonix

[Official Video] Little Drummer Boy – Pentatonix

Little Drummer BoyPentatonix

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.”

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Have Yourself A Merry Little ChristmasSam Smith

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

Have Yourself A Merry Little ChristmasSam Smith

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.

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Let It SnowBoyz II Men

Let It Snow

Let It SnowBoyz II Men

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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Fairytale Of New YorkThe Pogues

The Pogues – Fairytale Of New York (Official Video)

Fairytale Of New YorkThe Pogues

A Christmas song by The Pogues, a British band active in the 1980s.

With roots in Europe, they expressed a fresh musicality by incorporating Nordic music and Celtic music into a punk band.

Their Christmas song also features a Celtic rhythm, evoking the Celtic atmosphere of spending Christmas in the cold Nordic climate, drinking and celebrating together.

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Christmas LightsColdplay

Coldplay – Christmas Lights (Official Video)

Christmas LightsColdplay

It’s a very beautiful song that’s perfect for Christmas.

It seems like it would create an excellent mood when you listen to it alone with your lover, but it’s actually a song about a man who had a fight with his girlfriend and was unilaterally dumped.

Still, you get the feeling that the couple in the song will, after all is said and done, probably get back together.

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In conclusion

Christmas songs are now being composed all over the world, but as you might expect, many of the Western songs from predominantly Christian regions are rich with atmosphere.

Whether originals or cover versions, there are probably quite a few you’ve heard at least once.

Thinking that the feelings imbued in Christmas are universal makes the season feel all the more romantic.

Since most of these songs have been loved for a long time, they’ll surely continue to be passed down.

I recommend noting the artists and song titles that catch your interest and adding them to your playlist during the Christmas season!