Popular Holiday Music

It’s that time of year when we all have merry holiday tunes ringing in our minds and ears. 🎶🎄Each year brings many of the same old traditional songs, but pop singers cut popular covers & originals as well.

🎁 As you’re driving around or wandering the malls listening to these tunes, ever wonder which are the most popular? In the pop vs. traditional showdown, the pop divas are sleighing it, but the classics hold their own with timeless charm.

Here’s some recent data separated into a couple generic categories:

Pop Stars Jingle All the Way:

🎅🏻 Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” reigns supreme on Apple Music with a whopping 1.5 billion streams, while landing the #2 spot on Spotify with 1.4 billion. Talk about staying power!

🎅🏻 Wham!’s “Last Christmas” is Spotify’s most-streamed sleigh banger of all time with 1.1 billion streams, proving that George Michael’s festive lament is an enduring favorite across generations.

🎅🏻 Bruce Springsteen’s “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town” injects a rock ‘n’ roll jolt into the mix, boasting over 240 million streams on Spotify. The Boss proves that Santa can rock just as hard as he rolls.

Traditional Treasures Ring True:

🦌 Bing Crosby’s “White Christmas” may not dominate streaming charts, but its legacy remains undisputed. This timeless croon has been played over 500 million times across YouTube and streaming platforms, making it a true holiday anthem. ❄️☃️

🦌 Jingle Bell Rock by Bobby Helms rocks both charts with **821 million Spotify streams and 310 million Apple Music plays, proving that some festive jams just can’t be silenced. This classic gets everyone on their feet, young and old!

🦌 Elvis Presley’s “Blue Christmas” adds a melancholic touch to the season, with over 200 million streams across platforms. While not a traditional festive banger, The King’s emotional depth resonates with many listeners. A poignant reminder that the holidays aren’t always merry and bright.

So, who wins the crown? It’s a tie! Pop stars rule streaming with their catchy tunes, edgy covers and modern appeal, but traditional treasures continue to hold a special place in our hearts. Ultimately, the winner is you – choose your holiday soundtrack and celebrate the season with music that fills you with joy! 🎶🎅🏻🎄🎶
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