Christmas! The most wonderful time of the year!
We all agree, right? Christmas music is great. At last we can shamelessly listen to the songs we secretly want to sing along. Take a quick look at the list of Best Modern Christmas Songs and enjoy the music during your Christmas party with your family and friends.
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Best Modern Christmas Song
Mariah Carey is undoubtedly the queen of Christmas songs. Her 1994 hit “All I Want for Christmas Is You” has become a modern-day classic, and it’s the most popular Christmas song of the 21st century.
The song has topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for four consecutive years, and it’s been streamed over 1 billion times on Spotify.
While there are many other great Christmas songs, none of them have quite the same impact as “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”
The song is a true holiday phenomenon, and it’s sure to be enjoyed for many years to come, and therefore our unquestioned number one in terms of modern Christmas songs.
List of Christmas Songs
| # | Title - Artist |
|---|---|
| 1 | All I Want for Christmas Is You - Mariah Carey |
| 2 | My Only Wish (This Year) - Britney Spears |
| 3 | The Christmas Song - Ne-Yo |
| 4 | I'll Be Home - Meghan Trainor |
| 5 | Christmases When You Were Mine - Taylor Swift |
| 6 | Christmas Time - Christina Aguilera |
| 7 | Do You Hear What I Hear - Carrie Underwood |
| 8 | Drummer Boy - Justin Bieber |
| 9 | I'm The Grinch - Tyler ft. Fletcher Jones |
| 10 | A Holly Jolly Christmas - Lady Antebellum |
| 11 | Christmas In Harlem - Kanye West |
| 12 | One More Sleep - Leona Lewis |
| 13 | Santa Baby - Ariana Grande |
| 14 | Christmas Light - Coldplay |
| 15 | Mistletoe - Justin Bieber |
| 16 | Christmas Eve - Justin Bieber |
| 17 | Oh Santa! - Mariah Carey |
| 18 | It's Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas - Michael Bublé |
| 19 | Only Thing I Ever Get For Christmas - Justin Bieber |
| 20 | This Christmas - Chris Brown |
| 21 | Love Is Everything - Ariana Grande |
| 22 | Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town - Mariah Carey |
| 23 | All I Want (For Christmas) - Liam Payne |
| 24 | O Holy Night - Leona Lewis |
| 25 | Please Come Home for Christmas (Bells Will Be Ringing) - Kelly Clarkson |
| 26 | All I Want Is You (This Christmas) - *NSYNC |
| 27 | It's Christmas Time Again - Backstreet Boys |
| 28 | Last Christmas - Ariana Grande |
| 29 | Santa Tell Me - Ariana Grande |
| 30 | Happy Christmas (War Is Over) - Maroon 5 |
| 31 | Candy Cane Lane - Sia |
| 32 | Winter Wonderland - Jason Mraz |
| 33 | Merry Christmas Darling - Christina Perri |
| 34 | Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) - Mariah Carey |
| 35 | Underneath the Tree - Kelly Clarkson |
| 36 | Winter Things - Ariana Grande |
| 37 | Wrapped in Red - Kelly Clarkson |
| 38 | Snow In California - Ariana Grande |
| 39 | Shake up Christmas - Train |
| 40 | Like It's Christmas - Jonas Brothers |
| 41 | Make It To Christmas - Alessia Cara |
| 42 | Do You Hear What I Hear? - Mary J. Blige |
| 43 | White Christmas (with Shy'm) - Michael Bublé |
| 44 | A Beautiful Time - Tamee Harrison |
| 45 | A New York Christmas - Rob Thomas |
| 46 | Wonderful Dream (Holidays Are Coming) - Melanie Thornton |
| 47 | Christmas Tree Farm - Taylor Swift |
| 48 | Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas - Sam Smith |
| 49 | 8 Days of Christmas - Destiny's Child |
| 50 | Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - Christina Aguilera |
Spotify Playlist
Top 10 Modern Christmas Songs
- All I Want for Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey
- My Only Wish (This Year) – Britney Spears
- The Christmas Song – Ne-Yo
- I’ll Be Home – Meghan Trainor
- Christmases When You Were Mine – Taylor Swift
- Christmas Time – Christina Aguilera
- Do You Hear What I Hear – Carrie Underwood
- Drummer Boy – Justin Bieber
- I’m The Grinch – Tyler ft. Fletcher Jones
- A Holly Jolly Christmas – Lady Antebellum
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Final Thoughts About Modern Christmas Songs
Modern Christmas songs have evolved over the years to reflect the changing times and tastes of listeners. While some people may prefer the traditional carols of the past, others enjoy the new and innovative takes on the holiday music genre.
One of the most notable changes in modern Christmas songs is the increased use of pop and rock influences. This has led to a more upbeat and contemporary sound that appeals to a wider audience.
Additionally, modern Christmas songs often incorporate themes of love, family, and togetherness, which resonate with listeners of all ages.
Some critics argue that modern Christmas songs lack the same heart and soul as the classics. However, others believe that the new songs are just as meaningful and enjoyable in their own way.
Ultimately, it is up to the individual listener to decide which type of Christmas music they prefer.
