It’s only the beginning of December, but that hasn’t stopped us from putting our Christmas playlists on repeat (we know we’re not the only ones).
While some jingles are straight classics, we’ve gathered 12 Christmas songs we know you love, but probably wouldn’t want to take credit for blasting it at your office holiday party. Regardless, it wouldn’t be the holidays without them.
“Last Christmas” – Wham!
We had to start out with a classic. If someone tells you they don’t enjoy this song, it’s safe to say they’re lying. As overplayed as it may be, we totally love it and all of the wonderful (sometimes more embarrassing), covers that have spawned from it.
“Merry Christmas Baby” – Hanson
Ah, Hanson, how could we forget about you? This iconic boy band release an entire Christmas album, but this has to be our favorite from the collection. It doesn’t quite live up to MMMBop, but it’s a pretty catchy cover.
“Mistletoe” – Justin Bieber
Don’t even deny it — you love this song! Belieber or not, we’re humming this song all season long. And who would pass up a chance to chill with the Beibs under the mistletoe?
“All I Want for Christmas Is You” – Mariah Carey
From the moment those signature opening jingles come over the speakers, you know it’s about to go down. Mariah’s famous Christmas jingle is everywhere during the holidays, so get ready to hear her belt it out over and over (and over).
“I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas” – Gayla Peevey
Doesn’t this song just make you want a hippopotamus? No, just us? The song might seem a bit odd at first, but we promise it’s dangerously catchy and will be stuck in your head for days on end after one listen.
“The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don’t Be Late) – Alvin & The Chipmunks
Get your groove on, chipmunk-style, with this classic, albeit kind of obnoxious, Christmas tune.
“Wonderful Christmas Time” – Paul McCartney
Let’s be real — this is not Paul’s best song. However, he’s written other amazing lyrics throughout the years, so one, rather awful Christmas song doesn’t do much to tarnish his rep. But honestly, it still gets stuck in our heads every year.
“Christmas is All Around” – Billy Mack
Is there honestly anyone who doesn’t re-watch Love, Actually every year? This song from the movie is even hated by the fictional musician, but we can’t help but love it.
“Santa Tell Me” – Ariana Grande
It would be surprising if you didn’t like this song, but this isn’t exactly a jingle you’d like to be caught singing. Regardless, we’ve been jammin’ out to it since it was released.
“Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays” – *NSYNC
Another boyband, another Christmas song. The music video to this song just about sums up the holidays. It’s uplifting and so incredibly ’90s at the same time. Embrace JT’s frosted tips and raise the roof this holiday season.
“8 Days of Christmas” – Destiny’s Child
A little Beyoncé never hurt anyone. And before there was Queen Bey, there was Destiny’s Child…and this rather out of place Christmas jam.
“This Christmas” – Chris Brown
Does this song even need any explanation? We bet you’ll be singing along this Christmas whether you like it or not.
xx, The FabFitFun Team
