Bustling Christmas season with 10 best songs of all time

Besides the bright Christmas tree, colorful gifts and jingling bells, music is also an indispensable part of the year-end festival, signaling the arrival of another Christmas season.

All I want for Christmas is you helped Mariah Carey become the "queen of Christmas music" - Photo: New York Post

Christmas is coming closer, everywhere the streets are resounding with vibrant songs, bringing a warm and peaceful atmosphere to everyone.

Tuoi Tre Online introduces the 10 best Christmas songs of all time - songs that have become indispensable symbols of every holiday season.

Jingle bells

Jingle Bells is one of the most famous Christmas songs. It was written by Pierpont in 1840 when he lived in Medford, Massachusetts.

Jingle Bells was not born on Christmas day and gradually became a legendary song during the holiday season - Photo: Jingle Bells Song

At that time, Jingle Bells was called One Horse Open Sleigh . The song was originally created for Thanksgiving but was mistaken for a Christmas song and has remained popular to this day.

Jingle bells describes a fun ride in a horse-drawn carriage in the winter. The jingle bells on the horses make a cheerful sound just like the bells in the song.

Although the song does not directly mention Christmas, the vibrant melody and winter images have made Jingle Bells an indispensable legend at the end of every year.

All I want for Christmas is you

Even though it's been 30 years since its release, the popularity of All I Want for Christmas Is You shows no signs of cooling down.

Every Christmas, Mariah Carey's All I want for Christmas is you resounds everywhere - Video : Mariah Carey

Considered a "hymn" every Christmas, the song continuously climbed the rankings and occupied No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for 5 consecutive years, since 2019. At the same time, it helped Mariah Carey become the "queen of Christmas music".

All I Want for Christmas Is You has a modern pop sound combined with typical elements of traditional Christmas songs such as bells, drums...

The song is a sweet and simple declaration of a girl missing her lover. On Christmas, she doesn't need gifts or sparkling lights, she simply needs her lover by her side.

Santa tell me

Santa tell me is a popular Christmas song by singer Ariana Grande released in 2013 on the album Christmas kisses.

Santa tell me is a girl's confession to Santa Claus about true love - Video: Ariana Grande

Although it was released after the legendary songs, thanks to its vibrant melody and meaningful message of love, Santa Tell Me quickly became a favorite Christmas song of young audiences.

Santa Tell Me is about a girl's worries and expectations about true love.

She hopes that Santa Claus will give her a definite answer as a gift this Christmas.

Last Christmas

Last Christmas was composed by George Michael, a member of the group Wham! in 1984. Although it has a Christmas theme, the song does not have a lively, cheerful melody but tells a story of broken love during the holiday season.

Last Christmas tells the story of a broken love before Christmas - Photo: Rolling Stone

BBC Radio has chosen Last Christmas as the number one song in the UK Christmas music chart in 2023.

The song also entered the top 3 most successful songs of all time in the UK, after Shape of You (Ed Sheeran) and Do They Know It's Christmas (Band Aid).

Jingle bell rock

Jingle bell rock first debuted in 1957 on a single by singer Bobby Helm.

Jingle bell rock is the sequel to the legendary song Jingle bells - Photo: Los Angeles Time

Considered the opening song of the rock'n'roll era in America, Jingle bell rock made a strong impression with its strong rock sound and cheerful, bustling melody, different from the usual Christmas songs before.

The lyrics of Jingle bell rock are considered a continuation of the classic song Jingle bells , with new, modern lyrics, bringing a more joyful, vibrant and colorful Christmas atmosphere.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas by Michael Bublé is a classic Christmas song with a warm and smooth jazz feel.

It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas is the perfect choice to kick off the festive season - Photo: Michael Bublé

With his signature warm, soulful vocals, Bublé breathes life into the song, making it one of the most beloved Christmas songs of all time.

The song paints a vivid picture of a small town lavishly decorated for Christmas.

Rows of pine trees are lit up with twinkling lights, houses are decorated with wreaths, snowflakes begin to fall gently, with Santa Claus preparing gifts and children eagerly awaiting surprises.

The delicate harmony of piano, strings and brass creates a Christmas atmosphere that is both classic and modern.

We wish you a Merry Christmas

We wish you a Merry Christmas is one of the most loved Christmas songs around the world .

We wish you a Merry Christmas sending wishes of peace and happiness to everyone during the Christmas season - Photo: National Literacy Trust | Words for Life

With a cheerful, catchy melody and simple lyrics, the song sends wishes of peace and happiness to everyone during the holiday season.

The song paints a vivid picture of a group of buskers, holding candles, going from house to house to wish Christmas and hoping to receive small gifts.

In particular, the song "Now bring us some figgy pudding" has become a popular Christmas saying, evoking images of delicious, warm puddings.

Through many generations, the song still retains its appeal, becoming a symbol of love and reunion, contributing to the warm atmosphere of the festival.

Santa Claus is coming to town

The song Santa Claus is coming to town is a reminder for children to be good and obedient because Santa Claus is always watching their every move.

Santa Claus is coming to town is a reminder for children to be good so Santa Claus can give them presents - Photo: The Atlantic

The image of Santa Claus with a list of good and bad children, along with the song "He's making a list, he's checking it twice. He's gonna find out who's naughty or nice" has become very familiar to many generations.

Santa Claus is coming to town is not only a song, but also a cultural tradition at Christmas.

The song contributes to creating a friendly and familiar image of Santa Claus in the minds of children around the world, while encouraging children to practice good virtues.

Silent night

Silent Night is an immortal Christmas carol with a gentle and solemn melody, evoking the peaceful, sacred atmosphere on the night of Christ's birth.

The hymn Silent night evokes the peaceful atmosphere of Christmas night - Photo: Strefa Modlitewna

Silent night paints a picture of a quiet Christmas night, with twinkling stars in the sky and flickering candles in the church.

The song is like a prayer, sending wishes for peace and love to everyone.

In particular, the song "Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright" has become an immortal saying, often quoted in articles and sermons about Christmas.

White Christmas

White Christmas is a classic Christmas song written by Irving Berlin and made famous by Bing Crosby.

White Christmas tells the story of the simple desire to celebrate Christmas amidst a snowy landscape - Photo: LA Phil

The song paints a romantic winter picture with white snow covering everywhere, creating a warm and peaceful Christmas atmosphere.

White Christmas is an invitation for everyone to return to their childhood, to beautiful memories with their family.

The image of a white Christmas season, with families gathering around the fireplace and singing this song together, has become a symbol of the annual Christmas season.

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