Top 20 New Christmas Songs in 2023
There’s plenty of new Christmas music out this year, and we’ve got a sleigh-load of songs that will make Santa himself want to bust a move! From funky beats to heartwarming harmonies, we’ve got holiday music to jam to or relax to. So, grab your hot chocolate, cozy up, and let’s jingle bell rock to this fun lineup of new Christmas jams!
20. McKenna Michels – “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”
Enjoy McKenna Michels’ almost crooner-like low-register voice in this classic Christmas song.
19. SMITH – “Stay with Me Santa (Mrs. Claus Christmas Wish)”
This Christmas song is written from Mrs. Claus’s perspective, as Santa heads out on Christmas Eve. SMITH has never revealed her face, but you can enjoy her voice in this new song!
18. Marc Scibilia – “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)” ft. Lennon Stella
Check out this great John Lennon cover by Marc Scibilia, joined by Lennon Stella of Lennon and Maisy.
17. Liddy Clark – “It’s Christmas Time”
Want Christmas with a breezy West Coast twist? Look no further than Liddy Clark’s new Christmas song.
16. 98 Degrees – “The First Noel”
The late 90s/early 2000s boy band is back with an a capella Christmas cover!
15. Jon Pardi – “Beer for Santa”
Jon Pardi brings a country twist to Christmas, where he describes how he is helping Santa out on Christmas Eve. Crack a cold one and enjoy this humorous Christmas song!
14. Peter Cincotti – “Because It’s Christmas”
Peter Cincotti may not know a lot about Christmas in this song, but it sure is a jolly song to listen to this season!
13. Scotty McCreery – “Feel Like the Holidays”
Scotty McCreery has a deep voice perfect for this country holiday song, describing the feelings of the season.
12. Melinda Lindner – “White Christmas”
Melinda Lindner covers this Bing Crosby classic that’s perfect to get you into the holiday spirit.
11. Sarah Reeves – “Christmas Feels Different This Year”
Sarah Reeves’ unique voice is perfect for this somewhat sad Christmas song, perfect for people who might be having a different feeling this Christmas.
10. Walker Hayes – “Fancy Like Christmas”
This is a great country hit based on Walker Hayes’ “Fancy Like,” so if you like that song, this one’s sure to be an awesome listen! It’s a tongue-and-cheek perspective on Christmas in today’s world.
9. Brandy – “Christmas Party for Two”
This sultry hit from Brandy is a great slow hit for Christmas.
8. The Group Fire – “Give Love On Christmas Day”
The Group Fire reminds us that gifts are less important than love on Christmas in this groovy Christmas song.
7. Bon Jovi – “Christmas Isn’t Christmas”
Bon Jovi rocks out with this Christmas song, spreading the love this holiday season.
6. Barry Manilow – “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
Barry Manilow is still coming out with hits, and this Mariah Carey cover is a great addition to our Christmas songbook.
5. For King & Country – “Go Tell It On The Mountain”
King & Country is regifting us this song this year, as a new version.
4. Pentatonix – “Please Santa Please”
Santa, please! This song asks Santa to make Pentatonix’s wishes come true this Christmas.
3. David Foster & Katharine McPhee – “Carol of the Bells”
David Foster and Katharine McPhee bring a new twist on this epic Christmas classic.
2. Jimmy Fallon & Meghan Trainor – “Wrap Me Up”
Late-night host Jimmy Fallon teamed up with Meghan Trainor for this song, where she’s the gift – so wrap her up! There’s even a rap verse, so prepare yourself.
1. Cher – “DJ Play A Christmas Song”
Cher is out with a brand new Christmas album, and this song is a hit for the holiday season!
Honorable Mention: The Philly Specials, Jason & Travis Kelce – “Fairytale of Philadelphia”
Travis and Jason Kelce, both NFL players that are gaining popularity, released a Christmas song with The Philly Specials and it’s quite a masterpiece. Enjoy!