According to a new study by Playlist Name AI, these are the 10 most successful - and profitable - Christmas songs on Spotify in 2024:
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1. All I Want for Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey
Streams: 1,826,313,167 Earnings: $7,305,252.67
Mariah Carey’s 1994 classic reigns supreme, with over 1.8 billion streams and more than $7.3 million in earnings. This song has become synonymous with the holiday season, cementing Carey’s title as the “Queen of Christmas.”
2. Last Christmas – Wham!
Streams: 1,529,472,059 Earnings: $6,117,888.24
Wham!’s nostalgic holiday heartbreak anthem takes second place, bringing in over $6.1 million. Originally released in 1984, it remains one of the most beloved Christmas songs worldwide.
3. Santa Tell Me – Ariana Grande
Streams: 1,060,142,749 Earnings: $4,240,571.00
Ariana Grande’s modern holiday tune has resonated with younger listeners, amassing over 1 billion streams and earning more than $4.2 million since its 2014 release.
4. Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree – Brenda Lee
Streams: 1,020,122,290 Earnings: $4,080,489.16
Brenda Lee’s 1958 hit continues to rock around the holiday charts, bringing in over $4 million in earnings thanks to its catchy and timeless appeal.
5. It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas – Michael Bublé
Streams: 1,006,784,877 Earnings: $4,027,139.51
Michael Bublé's rendition of this holiday classic has become a seasonal favorite, generating more than $4 million in earnings. Bublé's warm vocals have made him a staple of holiday playlists.
6. Snowman – Sia
Streams: 979,028,286 Earnings: $3,916,113.14
Sia’s whimsical and heartfelt “Snowman” has earned nearly $4 million, resonating with fans who appreciate a fresh take on holiday music.
7. Holly Jolly Christmas – Michael Bublé
Streams: 619,643,185 Earnings: $2,478,572.74
Another hit for Michael Bublé, this version of “Holly Jolly Christmas” has added a jolly $2.4 million to his holiday earnings, solidifying his place in festive music.
8. Happy Xmas (War Is Over) – John Lennon
Streams: 573,465,742 Earnings: $2,293,862.97
John Lennon’s heartfelt message of peace continues to earn over $2.2 million, reminding listeners of the holiday season’s deeper meaning beyond festivities.
9. Do They Know It’s Christmas? – Band-Aid
Streams: 566,303,095 Earnings: $2,265,212.38
Band-Aid’s charitable anthem brings in over $2.2 million in earnings, a testament to the song’s powerful message and enduring popularity since its release in 1984.
10. Sleigh Ride – The Ronettes
Streams: 538,627,709 Earnings: $2,154,510.84
The Ronettes’ iconic version of “Sleigh Ride” rounds out the top 10, with over half a billion streams and more than $2.1 million in earnings, making it a timeless addition to holiday playlists.