This is the only acceptable time of year to play Christmas music, and for some it means it’s an extra joyful period, while for others it’s like sonic torture. Of course, the quality of the music really makes a difference. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some holiday songs that are worth being on high rotation every single year — and those that should NEVER be played again.
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“Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” by Darlene Love
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“White Christmas” by Bing Crosby
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“Last Christmas” by Wham!
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“Please Come Home for Christmas” by the Eagles
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“Fairytale of New York” by The Pogues feat Kirsty MacColl
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“A Christmas Duel” by The Hives and Cyndi Lauper
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“Christmas in Hollis” by Run-DMC
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“Someday at Christmas” by Stevie Wonder
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“Thank God It’s Christmas” by Queen
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“2000 Miles” by the Pretenders
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“Merry Christmas Baby” by Otis Redding
And now, for some of the worst Christmas songs…
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“Wonderful Christmastime” by Paul McCartney
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“Do They Know It’s Christmas?” by Band Aid
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“The Christmas Shoes” by Newsong
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“I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” by The Jackson 5
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“Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” by Elmo & Patsy
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“I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas” by Gayla Peevey
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And finally, “Santa Baby” by Michael Bublé
What are your fave and least fave Christmas songs? Share in the comments below!