As best stated by Buddy the Elf, “the best way to spread Christmas [or holiday] cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” I agree with Buddy, in that nothing will get you feeling as excited for the holiday season as some good festive music. Although some people prefer the classics, and others listen to newer pop renditions, there is nothing quite like the joyful feeling that comes when listening to holiday songs. Here are some of my favorite holiday songs, a combination of both traditional and modern hits to add to your winter playlist:

1. “All I Want For Christmas Is You” -Mariah Carey
2. “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” -Michael Bublé
3. “Santa Tell Me” -Ariana Grande
4. “What Christmas Means to Me” -Stevie Wonder
5. “Mistletoe” -Justin Bieber
6. “Winter Wonderland” -Michael Bublé
7. “The Christmas Song” -Nat King Cole
8. “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” -Andy Williams
9. “Last Christmas” -Taylor Swift
10. “Feliz Navidad” -José Feliciano
11. “Baby It’s Cold Outside” -Idina Menzel with Michael Bublé
12. “Santa Baby” -Eartha Kitt
13. “Happy Holidays” -Andy Williams
14. “Mele Kalikimaka” -Bing Crosby
15. “Underneath the Tree” -Kelly Clarkson