Whether you’re pulling a load to keep the country’s supply chain open or trekking home, these are songs that can help put you in the holiday spirit.
1: White Christmas by Bing Crosby
The iconic and timeless crooning of Bing Crosby is inextricably linked to Christmas. Along with White Christmas, recorded in 1942, it has been a mainstay on the radio. The award-winning singer and actor has also released a wide range of other holiday songs, including Happy Holiday.
2: All I Want For Christmas Is You by Mariah Carey
Released in 1995, Mariah Carey delivers a soulful, upbeat Christmas song for those in love. That may seem like a throwback concept, given the current pop music climate. But don’t be surprised if playing Mariah’s has you longing for a loved one and making an overdue call when you pull into the next truck stop.
3: Last Christmas by Wham!
The signature voice of George Michael doesn’t exactly tell a story of opening presents and drinking egg nog. Rather, Michaels pivots and describes how he gave away his heart last year and plans on repeating the Christmas gift. This time, it will be with “someone special.” Wistful and sexy, Wham puts a spin on the holiday season.
4: Feliz Navidad by José Feliciano
Perhaps the most under-appreciated Christmas song played during the roll-up to the winter holiday, José Feliciano’s blend of Spanish and English lyrics is pure joy. If you find yourself in front of a television as Christmas approaches, don’t be surprised if you hear Feliz Navidad in the decades-old Corona commercial. The one with the palm tree that lights up at the end.
5: 8 Days of Christmas by Destiny’s Child
To say Destiny’s Child throws up an off-beat interpretation of the 12 Days of Christmas would be something of an understatement. Golden gooses and partridges in pear trees are swapped out for back rubs, gift certificates, diamond rings, and a Mercedes-Benz. Yeah, Destiny’s Child does a stand-up job of making Christmas feel like a commercial gift-giving holiday. Ho, Ho, Ho. Merry Xmas.
6: Jingle Bell Rock by Bobby Helms
Bobby Helms’ 1957 rock ‘n roll hit still resonates as a classic holiday song. With his noteworthy voice and signature old-school guitar licks, it’s the “right time to rock the night away.”
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