Get into the Holiday Spirit with these Timeless Christmas Carols
Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to get into the holiday spirit than singing along to your favorite Christmas carols? Whether you’re gathering around the piano with family and friends or belting out tunes at a holiday party, Christmas music has a way of bringing people together and filling our hearts with joy. In this post, we’ll provide you with the lyrics to 10 classic Christmas songs that are sure to become a part of your holiday tradition.
1. Jingle Bells
Dashing through the snow In a one-horse open sleigh O’er the fields we go Laughing all the way Bells on bob tail ring Making spirits bright What fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh
🔔 Note: "Jingle Bells" was written by James Lord Pierpont in 1857 and is one of the most recognizable Christmas songs around the world.
2. Silent Night
Silent night, holy night All is calm, all is bright Round yon virgin, mother and child Holy infant, so tender and mild Sleep in heavenly peace Sleep in heavenly peace
✨ Note: The original lyrics to "Silent Night" were written in German by Franz Xaver Gruber and Joseph Mohr in 1818. The song has since been translated into over 300 languages.
3. Deck the Halls
Deck the halls with boughs of holly Fa la la la la, ‘tis the season to be jolly Don we now our gay apparel Fa la la la la, troll the ancient Yuletide carol See the flowing bowl before us Fa la la la la, strike the harp and join the chorus
🎄 Note: "Deck the Halls" is a traditional Welsh carol that dates back to the 16th century. The song is believed to have originated as a New Year's Eve carol.
4. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer Had a very shiny nose And if you ever saw him You would even say it glows All of the other reindeer Used to laugh and call him names They never let poor Rudolph Join in any reindeer games
🦌 Note: "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" was written by Johnny Marks in 1949 and has since become a Christmas classic.
5. Frosty the Snowman
Frosty the snowman was a jolly happy soul With a corncob pipe and a button nose And two eyes made out of coal Frosty the snowman is a fairy tale, they say He was made of snow, but the children know how he came to life one day
❄️ Note: "Frosty the Snowman" was written by Steve Nelson and Jack Rollins in 1950 and has since become a winter classic.
6. Winter Wonderland
Sleigh bells ring, are you listening In the lane, snow is glistening A beautiful sight, we’re happy tonight Walking in a winter wonderland
☃️ Note: "Winter Wonderland" was written by Felix Bernard and Richard B. Smith in 1934 and has since become a holiday staple.
7. The First Noel
The first Noel, the angels did say Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay In fields where they lay, keeping their sheep On a cold winter’s night that was so deep
✝️ Note: "The First Noel" is a traditional English carol that dates back to the 16th century. The song is believed to have originated in Cornwall.
8. Joy to the World
Joy to the world, the Lord is come Let earth receive her King Let every heart prepare him room And heaven and nature sing
🔔 Note: "Joy to the World" was written by Isaac Watts in 1719 and is based on Psalm 98 in the Bible.
9. We Wish You a Merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas We wish you a merry Christmas We wish you a merry Christmas And a happy New Year
🎄 Note: "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" is a traditional English carol that dates back to the 16th century. The song is believed to have originated as a way of begging for food and drink during the holiday season.
10. O Holy Night
O holy night, the stars are brightly shining It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth Long lay the world in sin and error pining Till He appear’d and the soul felt its worth
✨ Note: "O Holy Night" was written by Adolphe Adam and Placide Cappeau in 1847 and is one of the most recognizable Christmas carols around the world.
This holiday season, gather around the piano or fireplace and sing along to these timeless Christmas carols. Whether you’re a seasoned singer or just starting out, these classic songs are sure to get you in the holiday spirit.
What is the most popular Christmas carol of all time?
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According to various surveys and sales data, “Silent Night” is the most popular Christmas carol of all time.
What is the oldest Christmas carol still sung today?
+The oldest Christmas carol still sung today is “Jesus Refulsit Omnium Gentium” (Jesus, Light of All Nations), which dates back to the 4th century.
What is the most recorded Christmas song of all time?
+According to Guinness World Records, “White Christmas” by Bing Crosby is the most recorded Christmas song of all time, with over 500 versions recorded.
