five best:
“All I Want for Christmas Is You” – Mariah Carey: This song is a modern classic that has hit No. 1 on the Hot 100 multiple times.
“Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” – Brenda Lee: Originally released in 1958, this track recently hit No. 1, making it the oldest song to top the chart.
“Last Christmas” – Wham!: A highly popular song that has become a regular top 10 visitor on the charts.
“Jingle Bell Rock” – Bobby Helms: Another classic from the late 1950s that reliably charts high every year.
“A Holly Jolly Christmas” – Burl Ives: A beloved track released in 1964 that is a consistent top 5 hit.
five worst:
“The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don’t Be Late)” – Alvin and the Chipmunks:Despite being a number one hit in 1958, its distinctive vocal style makes it a frequent feature on “worst” or “most annoying” Christmas song lists.
“The Christmas Shoes” – NewSong: This contemporary Christian song has charted on the Holiday 100, but its sentimental and maudlin subject matter often divides listeners, leading to its inclusion on “least favorite” lists.
“Wonderful Christmastime” – Paul McCartney: Though it reached a peak of No. 6 on the UK charts, its repetitive synthesizer loop leads many to find it grating.
“Do They Know It’s Christmas?” – Band Aid: While a massive charity success in the UK, some listeners find the lyrics or arrangement unappealing compared to more traditional holiday music.
“Christmas Tree” – Lady Gaga: This song has charted but has also been mentioned in lists of least favorite Christmas songs, possibly due to its unconventional and quirky style.
