Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" is a festive powerhouse, a merry anthem resonating across generations. Its catchy melody and Carey's iconic vocals make it a perennial favourite, topping charts and playlists, and spreading holiday cheer with over 1.67 billion streams on Spotify. (Source: YouTube)
Wham!’s "Last Christmas" is a holiday classic and the perfect blend of '80s pop with heartfelt lyrics. George Michael's vocals and the catchy chorus evoke nostalgia annually, making it a seasonal staple. This iconic song has amassed over 1.36 billion streams on Spotify. (Source: YouTube)
Ariana Grande's "Santa Tell Me" is a modern Christmas hit, blending pop with festive cheer. Its catchy melody and Grande's dynamic vocals infuse a playful yet earnest tone, captivating listeners each holiday season. With over 960 million streams, it is slowly inching towards the billion club on Spotify. (Source: YoutTube)
Michael Bublé's rendition of "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas" (original by Meredith Willson) exudes classic charm. This merry tune, which has over 925 million streams on Spotify, evokes images of festive decorations and joyful anticipation each December. (Source: YouTube)
Another Michael Bublé number on the list. Bublé’'s rendition of "Holly Jolly Christmas" has a mix of velvety vocals that infuse the song with renewed warmth and cheer, evoking timeless holiday bliss. This rendition of Johnny Marks’ festive classic has over 560 million streams on Spotify. (Source: YouTube)
Bing Crosby's "White Christmas" is an everlasting classic that embodies holiday nostalgia, This iconic tune, a symbol of Christmas, has amassed over 450 million streams on Spotify, transcending time with its timeless allure. (Source: YouTube)
Elvis Presley’s "Blue Christmas" captures melancholic holiday sentiments with its heartfelt lyrics and soulful vocals. This emotional ballad, blending blues and festive themes, resonates with listeners during the season, has over 337 million streams on Spotify. (Source: YouTube)
Sam Smith's rendition of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" (originally by Frank Sinatra) infuses poignant emotion into the holiday classic. Their soulful vocals convey both warmth and nostalgia, offering a modern take on this beloved tune. With 309 million streams on Spotify, it's a heartfelt addition to seasonal playlists, evoking tender holiday memories. (Source: YouTube)
"My Only Wish (This Year)," by Britney Spears, embodies festive pop energy with its upbeat rhythm and vibrant vocals, that create an infectious holiday anthem. Powered by its catchy hooks and spirited lyrics, the song has garnered 297 million streams on Spotify, adding a pop-driven sparkle to Christmas playlists worldwide. (Source: YouTube)
Coldplay's "Christmas Lights" is an emotive holiday ballad, backed by an ethereal melody and Chris Martin's heartfelt vocals which capture both the magic and melancholy of the winter season. This song which has been streamed over 293 million times on Spotify, paints a vivid sonic landscape of Christmas emotions. (Source: YouTube)