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It doesn't always have to be "Last Christmas". After 40 years, the song by "Wham" has become the ubiquitous soundtrack of the Christmas season. That's why it should not be missing from our Ticketcorner Christmas Song Playlist. But if you're already sick of the song, we've picked out some equally festive alternatives here.
1 | The classic: "White Christmas" by Bing Crosby
This timeless classic from 1942 has enchanted people's hearts for generations. Composed by Irving Berlin for the musical film "Holiday Inn" with Fred Astaire, this song has sold over 100 million copies, making it one of the most successful Christmas songs of all time. The gentle voice of Bing Crosby makes us dream of a white Christmas, even if there is no snow outside.
2 | The late bloomer: "All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey
Although the song was only moderately successful when it was first released, it is now one of the most streamed and best-selling Christmas songs of all time. In 2019, only 25 years after its release, it reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100 charts for the first time - and now celebrates a comeback every year.
3 | The happiest: "Simply Having a Wonderful Christmas Time" by Paul McCartney
With this song, the ex-Beatle once again proves his flair for catchy melodies. With minimalist means - synth bass, McCartney's unmistakable voice and a "ding-ding" chorus - he created a timeless Christmas hit. The cheerful melody immediately spreads good cheer and a festive mood.
4 | The melancholy one: "Stop the Cavalry" by Jona Lewie
This catchy tune with its striking march music interlude became a Christmas song rather by chance. The reason: the lyric line "Wish I was at home for Christmas" and the tinkling bells in the background. The mixture of melancholy lyrics and cheerful melody is what makes this song so charming.
5 | The most fairytale-like: "Three Hazelnuts for Cinderella" by Karel Svoboda and others
The soundtrack to the popular Eastern European fairytale film is like musical mulled wine for the ears. "Only" an instrumental - but this enchanting melody warms the heart and puts us in a fairytale Christmas mood - even when the evil mother-in-law is visiting. The nostalgic sounds bring back childhood memories.
6 | The most controversial: "Do They Know Its Christmas?" by Band Aid
In 1984, on the initiative of Bob Geldof and Midge Ure, numerous British and Irish pop stars came together to record this song. Contributors included Sting, Boy George, George Michael, Phil Collins and many others. Although launched with good intentions, the fundraising song has come under fire in recent times for its "stereotypical and patronizing portrayal of Africa". Bob Geldof defends himself: "This little pop song has kept hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of people alive".
7 | (... and last but not least:) The ubiquitous: "Last Christmas" by Wham!
George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley made pop history with this song. The song has made the Wham! duo immortal and is part of the permanent repertoire of every Christmas party. Tip for insiders: The "Last Christmas Literal" video version with Swiss German commentary - delicious fun that interprets the original video filmed in Saas-Fee in a humorous way:
Our Ticketcorner playlist ensures variety in the musical holiday entertainment. In addition to the above-mentioned perennial favorites with a few more songs: