While the OG Christmas songs are special in their own ways, sometimes we need some newer songs or even a new spin on an oldie to add some spice to our Christmas music. Here are 10 modern Christmas songs to add to your Christmas music playlist.
- Hallelujah- Pentatonix
This song is from “A Pentatonix Christmas,” an album from 2017. Hallelujah has become an extremely popular song from the acapella group receiving 577 million views on YouTube. If you want to listen to a beautiful, yet timeless song, add Hallelujah to your playlist.
- Last Christmas- Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s spin on the original song by Wham! came out in her 2007 album “The Taylor Swift Holiday Collection.” If you enjoy the original, be sure to listen to Taylor Swift’s version for a more upbeat touch, with some hints of country.
- All I Want For Christmas Is You- Mariah Carey
This song is originally sung by Mariah Carey on her 1994 album “Merry Christmas.” This song is a classic while also incorporating modern elements. If you like Mariah Carey’s rich voice in her other songs, make sure to add this one to your playlist for a romantic and fun touch!
- Underneath the Tree- Kelly Clarkson
This song by Kelly Clarkson is also a modern classic, coming out in 2013 in her album “Wrapped in Red.” If you like your Christmas music to have a fun, rhythmic and upbeat touch, this song is definitely for you. Kelly Clarkson will add variety and romance to your album with this song.
- Mistletoe- Justin Bieber
Mistletoe is an original from Bieber’s 2011 album “Under the Mistletoe.” This song has the holiday and love components put into one catchy song. If you like Justin Bieber’s current music, make sure to check out this song to see a different style of music from him.
- Baby, It’s Cold Outside- John Legend ft. Kelly Clarson
This song is a spinoff of the 1949 original song by Frank Loesser. If you enjoy hearing John Legend and Kelly Clarkson’s voices in other pieces, make sure to listen to their duet on John Legend’s 2019 album, “A Legendary Christmas.” This spin on the original captures their talent in their vocals and adds some jazzy tones.
- Santa Tell Me- Ariana Grande
“Santa Tell Me” is an original song sung by Ariana Grande and released as a 2013 single. This song has a good beat laced with Grande’s smooth vocals. Grande combines love and Christmas in this song to ask Santa questions about her lover. If you like her music already, this song is a must add for your playlist.
