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Top 10 Best Selling Christmas Songs

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According to a recent study by Radio Fidelity Music Reviews, the most popular Christmas songs of all time are as follows:

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  1. Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree

  2. Jingle Bell Rock

  3. Rudolph the Red-Nose Reindeer

  4. Holly Jolly Christmas

  5. It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

  6. All I Want for Christmas Is You

  7. Feliz Navidad

  8. It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

  9. Last Christmas

  10. Jingle Bells

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These songs have been ranked based on their popularity on US radio stations. However, the popularity of Christmas songs can vary depending on where you are in the world. 

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It’s interesting to note that some of the most popular Christmas songs of all time were written many years ago. For example, “Rudolph the Red-Nose Reindeer” was written in 1949, while “Jingle Bells” was written in 1857 1. Despite their age, these songs continue to be popular year after year.

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In addition to the classic Christmas songs, there are also many newer songs that have become popular in recent years. For example, “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey was released in 1994 and has since become a holiday staple 1. Similarly, “Underneath the Tree” by Kelly Clarkson was released in 2013 and has quickly become a fan favorite 3.

 

It’s also worth noting that some Christmas songs have been more successful than others in terms of sales. According to Nielsen SoundScan, the top ten best-selling Christmas singles of the SoundScan era in the United States are as follows:

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  1. “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey

  2. “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” by Kristen Bell, Agatha Lee Monn, and Katie Lopez

  3. “Feliz Navidad” by Jose Feliciano

  4. “Jingle Bell Rock” by Bobby Helms

  5. “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” by Brenda Lee

  6. “The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas to You)” by Nat King Cole

  7. “A Holly Jolly Christmas” by Burl Ives

  8. “Last Christmas” by Wham!

  9. “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” by Dean Martin

  10. “Little Drummer Boy” by Harry Simeone Chorale

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It’s clear that Christmas music is an important part of the holiday season for many people. Whether you prefer classic songs like “Jingle Bells” or newer hits like “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” there’s no denying that Christmas music has a special place in our hearts.

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Now, let’s dive deeper into each of the top 10 best selling Christmas songs:

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  1. Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree: This song was written by Johnny Marks and was first recorded by Brenda Lee in 1958. It has since become a holiday classic and is played on radio stations across the country every year. The song has sold over 25 million copies worldwide 5.

  2. Jingle Bell Rock: This song was written by Joe Beal and Jim Boothe and was first recorded by Bobby Helms in 1957. It has since become a popular Christmas song and has been covered by many artists over the years. The song has sold over 1 million copies in the United States alone 5.

  3. Rudolph the Red-Nose Reindeer: This song was written by Johnny Marks and was first recorded by Gene Autry in 1949. It tells the story of Rudolph, a reindeer with a red nose who helps Santa Claus deliver presents on Christmas Eve. The song has sold over 25 million copies worldwide 5.

  4. Holly Jolly Christmas: This song was written by Johnny Marks and was first recorded by Burl Ives in 1964. It has since become a popular Christmas song and is often played on radio stations during the holiday season. The song has sold over 1 million copies in the United States alone 5.

  5. It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year: This song was written by Edward Pola and George Wyle and was first recorded by Andy Williams in 1963. It has since become a holiday classic and is played on radio stations across the country every year. The song has sold over 1 million copies in the United States alone .

  6. All I Want for Christmas Is You: This song was written by Mariah Carey and Walter Afanasieff and was first recorded by Mariah Carey in 1994. It has since become a holiday classic and is played on radio stations across the country every year. The song has sold over 16 million copies worldwide .

  7. Feliz Navidad: This song was written by Jose Feliciano and was first recorded by him in 1970. It has since become a popular Christmas song and is often played on radio stations during the holiday season. The song has sold over 1 million copies in the United States alone .

  8. It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas: This song was written by Meredith Willson and was first recorded by Perry Como and the Fontane Sisters in 1951. It has since become a holiday classic and is played on radio stations across the country every year. The song has sold over 1 million copies in the United States alone .

  9. Last Christmas: This song was written by George Michael and was first recorded by Wham! in 1984. It has since become a popular Christmas song and is often played on radio stations during the holiday season. The song has sold over 2 million copies in the United States alone .

  10. Jingle Bells: This song was written by James Lord Pierpont and was first published in 1857. It has since become a holiday classic and is played on radio stations across the country every year. The song has sold over 1 million copies in the United States alone .

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