Songs About Christ

Updated April 1, 2024

When it comes to Songs About Christ, there are so many singers exploring this idea. Here are 24 of the best ones.

Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree by Brenda Lee

From the album, Merry Christmas From Brenda Lee, released on October 19, 1964

"Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree" was written by Johnny Marks and originally recorded by Brenda Lee in 1958. The song is a festive rock and roll tune about dancing and having fun during the Christmas season. The song has been covered by many artists over the years and remains a holiday classic.

Last Christmas by Wham!

From the album, LAST CHRISTMAS, released on November 29, 1984

"Last Christmas" is a song by English pop duo Wham!, released on Epic Records in 1984. It was written and produced by George Michael, and has been covered by many artists since its release. The song reached number one in the UK Singles Chart in December 1984 and stayed there for three weeks, becoming the country's best-selling single of that year. It was also a hit in many other countries, reaching number one in Australia, Denmark, Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland.

A Holly Jolly Christmas by Burl Ives

From the album, Have A Holly Jolly Christmas, released on October 1, 1965

A Holly Jolly Christmas is a holiday song written by Johnny Marks and sung by Burl Ives. The song was first recorded by Ives in 1964 and has become a holiday standard. The song is about the joy of the holiday season and features the line "Have a holly, jolly Christmas."

Christmas Tree by V

From the album, Our Beloved Summer (Original Television Soundtrack), Pt. 5, released on December 24, 2021

The song "Christmas Tree" is a Christmas-themed song by the South Korean singer V. It was released on December 4, 2017, as a single from his second extended play, Scenery. The song was written by V, and composed and arranged by V and Seo Ji-eum. "Christmas Tree" is a pop song with Christmas elements. The lyrics are about feeling happiness and love during the Christmas season. The song's production features jingle bells, acoustic guitar, and strings. "Christmas Tree" peaked at number 25 on the Gaon Digital Chart and number 27 on the US World Digital Song Sales chart. The song received positive reviews from music critics, who praised its festive production and V's vocals.

The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You) by Nat King Cole

From the album, The Christmas Song (Expanded Edition), released in 1962

"The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)" is a Christmas song written by Mel Tormé and Robert Wells. It was first recorded by Nat King Cole in 1946 and has been covered by many artists since. The song is about the Christmas season and includes the lines "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose, Yuletide carols being sung by a choir".

Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) by Mariah Carey

From the album, Merry Christmas, released on October 28, 1994

The song was written by Mariah Carey and produced by Walter Afanasieff. It was released on October 29, 1994, by Columbia Records as the lead single from Carey's fourth studio album, Merry Christmas. The song peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified quadruple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for shipments of four million copies in the United States. In 2019, the song was ranked at number 22 on Billboard's Greatest Holiday Songs of All Time list. The song is a plea from a lover to Santa Claus, asking him to intervene on her behalf and reunite her with her significant other. The lyrics express the loneliness and desperation the protagonist is feeling during the holiday season. The song has been described as having a "soulful" sound with a "gospel flavor".

White Christmas by Bing Crosby

From the album, Holiday Inn (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), released on January 1, 1942

"White Christmas" is a song by Irving Berlin. It was originally performed by Bing Crosby in the film Holiday Inn. The song was a huge success and has been covered by many artists over the years. The song is about a winter wonderland and the hope for a white Christmas.

It's Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas by Michael Bublé

From the album, Christmas, released on October 14, 2011

The song is a cover of the 1951 Christmas song of the same name. It was produced by Bob Rock and released as a single on October 21, 2011.

Christmas Time Is Here by Vince Guaraldi Trio

From the album, Charlie Brown Holiday Hits, released on January 1, 1998

The song "Christmas Time Is Here" is a holiday classic written by Vince Guaraldi and performed by the Vince Guaraldi Trio. It is a jazzy, upbeat tune that has become a staple of holiday music. The song was originally recorded for the 1965 animated TV special "A Charlie Brown Christmas", and has been featured in numerous other holiday specials and films over the years. The song is currently available on several Vince Guaraldi compilation albums.

Christmas Tree Farm by Taylor Swift

From the album, Christmas Tree Farm, released on December 6, 2019

Christmas Tree Farm was written by Taylor Swift and produced by Aaron Dessner. The song was recorded in October 2019 at Electric Lady Studios in New York City. Swift wrote the song with Dessner and Jack Antonoff, who also produced the track. The song is a nostalgic Christmas tune, with Swift looking back on her childhood Christmases spent on her family's tree farm. The song features a twangy guitar and a country-inspired production.

Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) by Darlene Love

From the album, A Christmas Gift For You From Phil Spector, released in 1963

"Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)" is a song by Darlene Love from the 1963 album A Christmas Gift for You from Phil Spector. The song was written by Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich, and Phil Spector. The song is a plea from a lover to their significant other, asking them to come home for Christmas. The song features elements of doo-wop and girl group music, with a simple backing of drums and guitars. The song's chorus is particularly catchy, with the repeated plea of "Christmas, baby please come home." The song was produced by Phil Spector and released as a single in 1963. It was a moderate success, reaching #18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song has since become a holiday standard, being covered by numerous artists over the years.

Christmas Without You by Ava Max

From the album, Christmas Without You, released on October 15, 2020

"Christmas Without You" is a Christmas single by American singer Ava Max, released on November 27, 2020. The song was written by Max, with production handled by Cirkut, along with RedOne and Steve Mac. It is a mid-tempo Christmas ballad which has the singer lamenting about being alone for the holiday season. The lyrics are both nostalgic and melancholic, as Max sings about how the holidays aren't the same without her loved one. Musically, the song is composed of a light piano melody, strings, and a modern beat.