Indeed, music is something that easily enters people’s hearts and is also the most magical thing that makes us, whether we are worried or busy with work, return to the spirit of Christmas in the most primitive way.
ELLE introduces to you 10 timeless Christmas songs with lyrics that are always on the minds of many of us.
1. Jingle Bells
After more than a century of release, this song has become one of the most famous Christmas songs.
When mentioning Christmas, everyone will immediately think of `ringing bells` and the lively song of the same name.
Many cover versions with different styles such as Jazz, Rock, and even Hip-hop are continuously being tested.
2. Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Santa only gives gifts to good children, but bad children only receive coal.
According to legend, Santa Claus is a legendary character who brings gifts to children through the chimney on Christmas Eve.
The Christmas song Santa Claus is Coming to Town written in 1934 was inspired by this lovely legend.
3. We Wish You a Merry Christmas
The song’s simple lyrics have been in the hearts of listeners for more than 500 years.
We Wish You a Merry Christmas is a Christmas song extremely popular in England since the 16th century. More than 500 years have passed, and the song’s warm melody, sincere meaning and no less sweetness have never been heard before.
4. O Holy Night
Due to its difficulty and strict requirements for vocal range and musicality, this hymn has become a favorite challenge for solo performances.
Today, O Holy Night is not just a simple Christmas song anymore.
5. Silent Night
The song Silent Night was born in Germany in 1816.
Contrary to classic Christmas songs originating in England or America, Silent Night was born in 1816 in Germany.
In other words, the sacred melodies, clear as the breathing of a winter night, soothed the physical pain of the soldiers at that time.
6. In the Bleak Midwinter
In the Bleak Midwinter was also voted the World’s Best Song for Choirs in 2008.
In the Bleak Midwinter is the most sung hymn at church during Christmas.
7. Jingle Bell Rock
This is a Rock style cover of the song Jingle Bells.
Jingle Bell Rock is considered a Rock-style cover of the famous song Jingle Bells.
8. Feliz Navidad
The sweet message and cheerful melody make this song a must-see every Christmas.
Feliz Navidad makes a big impression with a simple chorus in Spanish: “Feliz Navidad, próspero año y felicidad” (Merry Christmas, a happy and peaceful new year) or the English version: “
The sweet message and cheerful melody not only make this song a must-see every Christmas, but also made a name for the once famous black band Boney M.
9. Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer
The song is inspired by the story of Rudolph, Santa’s ninth reindeer.
The song is inspired by the story of Rudolph, Santa’s ninth reindeer, written by Robert L. May in 1939. With his strangely large red nose, Rudolph is often ostracized by his friends and not allowed to play with him.
10. All I Want for Christmas is You
“All I want for this Christmas is just you.”
All I Want for Christmas is You is like a sweet love song in the middle of the holiday season.
Mariah Carey’s voice still sweetly resonates every Christmas: `Under the shadow of the Christmas tree, I just hope you’re mine.
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