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Songs to Play on St. Patrick’s Day

Are you hosting a St. Patrick’s Day party with friends or family? Or do you plan on a family night with a traditional Irish meal? Playing Irish songs in the background is a great way to add to your celebrations. If you are searching for inspiration, check out the following songs to play on St. Patrick’s Day.

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  1. “Molly Malone” –  The Dubliners
  2. “The Irish Rover” – The Dubliners & The Pogues
  3. “Danny Boy” – The Irish Tenors
  4. “I’m Shipping up to Boston” — Dropkick Murphys
  5. “Seven Drunken Nights” — Celtic Thunder
  6. “On Raglan Road” – Luke Kelly
  7. “Óró, Sé Do Bheatha ‘Bhaile’” –  The Dubliners
  8. “The Maids of Mitchelstown” – The Bothy Band
  9. “Lanigan’s Ball” – Christy Moore
  10. “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling” – Bing Crosby
  11. “Ten Thousand Miles Away” – Dan Milner, John Doyle & Robbie O’Connell
  12. “The Fields of Athenry” — Paddy Reilly
  13. ‘O’Sullivan’s March” – The Chieftains
  14. “Tim Finnegan’s Wake” – The Clancy Bothers & Tommy Makem
  15. “Riverdance” — Bill Wheelan
  16. “The Shores of Botany Bay” – The Irish Rovers
  17. “The Jug of Punch” – The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem
  18. “Brown Eyed Girl”- Van Morrison
  19. “Drunken Sailor” – The Irish Rovers
  20. “The Rocky Road to Dublin” – The High Kings
  21. “Too-Ra-Loo-Ra-Loo-Ra (That’s an Irish Lullaby)” – Bing Crosby
  22. “My Wild Irish Rose” – Luka Bloom
  23. “The Rose of Tralee” – The Irish Tenors
  24. “The Heart’s Cry” –  Bill Whelan
  25. “Mountain Dew” – The Clancy Bothers
  26. “Galway Girl”- Ed Sheeran
  27. “Song for Ireland” – Mary Black
  28. “Mise Eire” – Celtic Woman
  29. “Sunday Bloody Sunday” – U2
  30. “An Irish Pub Song” – The Rumjacks
  31. “Ireland’s Call” – Celtic Thunder
  32. “The Foggy Dew” – The Chieftains
  33. “The Bonny” – Dropkick Murphys
  34. “The Soldiers Song (Amhrán Na bhFiann)’” – The Young Wolfe Tones
  35. “The Night Pat Murphy Died” – Fiddler’s Green
  36. “I’ll tell My Ma” – The Dubliners
  37. “Beer, Beer, Beer” – The Clancy Brothers
  38. “Whiskey, You’re The Devil” – The Clancy Brothers
  39. “Rattlin’ Bog” – The Irish Descendants
  40. “The Parting Glass” – The High Kings
  41. “Carrickfergus” – Celtic Thunder
  42. “Lisdoonvarna” –  Christy Moore
  43. “Forty Shades of Green” –  Foster & Allen
  44. “The Rising of the Moon” – The High Kings
  45. “Whiskey on a Sunday (The Puppet Song)” –  The Irish Rovers

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Do you have a favorite song? Let me know in the comments.

Meaningful Hymns for Easter Reflection

Listening to hymns on Easter can be a beautiful way to reflect on the significance of the day. If you are searching for a variety of hymns to listen to at Easter.

  1. Christ the Lord Is Risen Today – A celebratory hymn that joyfully proclaims Christ’s resurrection.
  2. Up from the Grave He Arose (Low in the Grave He Lay)—This hymn, also known as “Low in the Grave He Lay, ” triumphantly declares Christ’s victory over death.
  3. Jesus Christ Is Risen Today – Another uplifting hymn that praises the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
  4. How Great Thou Art – The song is not exclusively an Easter hymn. However, the themes of awe and reverence for God’s greatness resonate well during Easter.
  5. Were You There? – A reflective hymn that invites contemplation on Good Friday and Easter events.
  6. He Lives – A lively and encouraging hymn.
  7. The Old Rugged Cross – Reflective and meaningful, reminding us of the sacrifice before the resurrection.
  8. In Christ Alone – A modern classic with rich theology and hope-filled lyrics.
  9. Glorious Day (Living He Loved Me) – The hymn tells the whole story from Christ’s life to resurrection and return.
  10. Because He Lives – Hope-filled and comforting: “Because He lives, I can face tomorrow.”
  11. How Deep the Father’s Love for Us – A moving reminder of the cost of grace.
  12. Forever – Powerful and modern with vivid imagery of the resurrection.
  13. Were You There When They Crucified My Lord? – Slow and haunting – great for Good Friday reflection and Easter morning awe.
  14. When I Survey the Wondrous Cross – Deeply poetic and reflective.
  15. O Sacred Head, Now Wounded – A solemn hymn perfect for Holy Week, leading into Easter’s joy.

These hymns vary in style and tone, from jubilant celebrations to somber reflections, providing a comprehensive musical experience for Easter.

Did I miss your favorite Easter hymn? Please let me know in the comments.

Happy Easter!

50 Songs to Play on the 4th of July

Tomorrow is the 4th of July! Are you hosting a barbeque or party to celebrate the patriotic holiday? Adding patriotic songs from all genres to your playlist is a great way to celebrate. If you are searching for the best songs to play on the 4th of July, consider the following list.

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  1. “The Star-Spangled Banner” – Louis Daniel Armstrong
  2. “America the Beautiful” – Ray Charles
  3. “God Bless America Again” – Loretta Lynn & Conway Twitty
  4. “God Bless America” – Irving Berlin
  5. “This Land Is Your Land” – Woody Guthrie
  6. “Courtesy Of the Red, White, and Blue (The Angry American)” – Toby Keith
  7. “R.O.C.K. in the USA” – John Mellencamp
  8. “Chicken Fried” – Zac Brown Band
  9. “Living In the Promiseland” – Willie Nelson
  10. “Yankee Doodle” – George M. Cohan
  11. “American Kids” – Kenny Chesney
  12. “American Saturday Night” – Bran Paisley
  13. “Party in the U.S.A.” – Miley Cyrus
  14. “Color Me America” – Dolly Parton
  15. “Surfin’ USA” – Beach Boys
  16. “Everyday America” – Sugarland
  17. “Small Town” –  John Mellencamp
  18. “Glory Days” – Bruce Springsteen
  19. ‘God’s Country” – Blake Shelton
  20. “Summer Nights” – Rascal Flatts
  21. “Free Bird” – Lynyrd Skynyrd
  22. “American Land” – Bruce Springsteen
  23. “All-American Girl” – Carrie Underwood
  24. “Give Me Back My Hometown” – Eric Church
  25. “Born in the U.S.A.” – Bruce Springsteen
  26. “Fortunate Son” – Creedence Clearwater Revival
  27. “Travelin’ Soldier” – The Chicks
  28. “Take Me Home, Country Roads” – John Denver
  29. “My Country, ‘Tis of Thee” – Samuel Francis Smith
  30. “American Girl” – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
  31. “Battle Hymn of the Republic” – Julia Ward Howe
  32. “American Girl” – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
  33. “God Bless the USA” – Lee Greenwood
  34. “I’ve Been Everywhere” – Johnny Cash
  35. “The Star-Spangled Banner” – Whitney Houston
  36. “A Country Fourth of July” – Toby Keith
  37. “Song of the Patriot” – Johnny Cash
  38. “Celebration” – Kool & the Gang
  39. “Firework” – Katy Perry
  40. “Ragged Old Flag” – Johnny Cash
  41. “American Heart” – Faith Hill
  42. “American Pie” – Don McLean
  43. “You’re a Grand Ole Flag” – George M. Cohan
  44. “Almost Independence Day” – Van Morrison
  45. “Sweet Home Alabama” – Lynyrd Skynyrd
  46. “Stars and Stripes Forever” – John Philip Sousa
  47. “Summer of 69” – Bryan Adams
  48. “Watermelon Sugar” – Harry Styles
  49. “America” – Neil Diamond
  50. “All Summer Long” – Kid Rock

Turn up the music and enjoy! Happy 4th!

34 Love Songs to Play on Valentine’s Day

Are you planning a romantic evening for Valentine’s Day? Do you need to create the perfect playlist? If you are searching for inspiration, consider the following love songs to play on Valentine’s Day.

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  1. “Late Night Talking” – Harry Styles
  2. “I Will Always Love You” – Whitney Houston
  3. “Endless Love” – Diana Ross and Lionel Richie
  4. “Adore You” – Harry Styles
  5. “These Arms of Mine” – Otis Redding
  6. “Because You Loved Me” – Celine Dion
  7. “Make You Feel My Love” – Adele
  8. “Forever And Ever, Amen” – Randy Travis
  9. “When a Man Loves a Woman” – Percy Sledge
  10. “If I Ain’t Got You” – Alicia Keys
  11. “All of Me” – John Legend
  12. “You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Woman” – Aretha Franklin
  13. “Just the Way You Are” – Bruno Mars
  14. “Thinking Out Loud” – Ed Sheeran
  15. “Unchained Melody” – The Righteous Brothers
  16. “You’re Still the One” – Shania Twain
  17. “My Funny Valentine” – Frank Sinatra
  18. “God Only Knows” – The Beach Boys
  19. “Can’t Help Falling In Love” – Elvis Presley
  20. “First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” – Roberta Flack
  21. “Your Song” – Elton John
  22. “Amazed” – Lonestar
  23. “Come Away With Me” – Norah Jones
  24. “It’s Your Love” – Tim McGraw & Faith Hill
  25. “When You Say Nothing At All” – Keith Whitley
  26. “Maybe I’m Amazed” – Paul McCartney
  27. “Valentine” – Willie Nelson
  28. “At Last” – Etta James
  29. “I Want to Know What Love Is” – Foreigner
  30. “Love Story” – Taylor Swift
  31. “How Deep Is Your Love” – Bee Gees
  32. “The Way You Look Tonight” – Tony Bennet
  33. “I Just Called To Say I Love You” – Stevie Wonder
  34. “Keep On Loving You” – REO Speedwagon

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Christmas Gift Ideas for Music Lovers

Are you trying to finish up your Christmas shopping? Do you have a music lover on your Christmas list? If you are searching for the perfect present, consider the following Christmas gift ideas for music lovers.

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  1. Wireless Headphones: High-quality headphones for an immersive music experience on the go.
  2. Record Player: A modern or vintage record player for playing vinyl records.
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  1. Vinyl Records: Classic or contemporary albums on vinyl for those who appreciate analog sound. Vinyl records are gaining in popularity again.
  2. Musical Instrument: A beginner’s instrument or an upgrade for someone who plays music.
  3. Music Subscription: A subscription to a music streaming service for unlimited access to their favorite tunes.
  4. Sheet Music: A collection of sheet music for their instrument or singing.
  5. Bluetooth Speaker: A portable speaker for enjoying music outdoors or at gatherings.
  6. Music-themed Clothing: T-shirts, hoodies, or accessories featuring their favorite bands or musical symbols.
  7. Customized Playlist: Curate a personalized playlist based on their musical taste.
  8. Music Lessons: Enroll them in music lessons to learn a new instrument or improve their skills.
  9. Music Books: Biographies of their favorite musicians, music history books, or instructional guides.
  10. Soundwave Art: Turn a favorite song’s soundwave pattern into a unique piece of art.
  11. Music Puzzle or Board Game: A music-themed puzzle or game for some musical fun.
  12. Concert Tickets: Tickets to see their favorite artist or band live in concert.
  13. Concert Merchandise: Did they attend a concert over the summer? Official merchandise from their favorite concerts or tours is a fantastic Christmas gift.

Remember to take their specific music preferences and interests into account when choosing the perfect gift! Enjoy the delightful quest for the ideal present for your beloved music enthusiast. Wishing you a jolly and merry Christmas full of delightful surprises!

Christmas Music Ideas to Set the Mood at Your Dinner Party

Are you hosting a Christmas-themed dinner party? Do you want to play music in the background but are just not sure of the right genre. Consider your guests. What do they like? Then choose the best music to fit into your dinner theme. If you are searching for inspiration, check out the following Christmas music ideas to set the mood for your dinner party.

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  1. Classic Holiday Hits: Play timeless classics like “Jingle Bells,” “White Christmas,” and “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!”
  2. Instrumental Jazz: Add a sophisticated touch with instrumental jazz renditions of holiday favorites.
  3. Modern Pop Covers: Include contemporary artists’ covers of Christmas songs for a modern twist.
  4. Acoustic Folk: Create a cozy atmosphere with acoustic folk versions of traditional carols.
  5. International Flair: Feature Christmas songs from around the world to introduce a global vibe.
  6. Motown Merry: Dance to Motown-inspired Christmas tracks that bring soulful energy to the party.
  7. Relaxing Piano: Pick soft piano versions of holiday tunes to create a soothing ambiance.
  8. Indie Holiday: Curate a playlist of indie artists’ original Christmas songs for a unique sound.
  9. Swing and Big Band: Get your guests dancing with upbeat swing and big band Christmas songs.
  10. Disney Magic: Include festive songs from Disney movies to evoke nostalgia and cheer. Disney Christmas music is perfect for parties with kids.

Create a joyful and eclectic Christmas music playlist that will delight everyone at your dinner party! Mix and match these suggestions to embrace the diversity of holiday music. Spread the festive cheer and have a Merry Christmas!

69 Songs to Add to Your Halloween Playlist

Are you hosting a Halloween party? Or do you want to create a spooky-themed playlist for yourself? Halloween-themed music is a fun way to celebrate the spooky season. If you are searching for inspiration, consider adding to your Halloween playlist.

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  1. “Monster Mash” — Bobby “Boris” Pickett
  2. “Vampire” – Olivia Rodrigo
  3. “Weird Science” – Oingo Boingo
  4. “Every Day is Halloween” – Ministry
  5. “Stranger Things” Theme — Kyle Dixon & Michael Stein
  6. “Superstition” – Stevie Wonder
  7. “People Are Strange” – Echo and the Bunnymen
  8. “Thriller” — Michael Jackson
  9. “Halloween Theme – Main Title” – John Carpenter
  10. “You’re the Devil in Disguise” – Elvis Presley
  11. ‘The Becoming” – Nine Inch Nails
  12. “The Phantom of the Opera” Overture — Andrew Lloyd Webber
  13. “Haunted” — Beyonce
  14. “Abracadabra” – Steve Miller Band
  15. “Spooky Scary Skeletons” –  Andrew Gold
  16. “Freaks Come Out at Night” — Whodini
  17. “I Put a Spell On You” — Bette Midler
  18. “Witchcraft” – Frank Sinatra
  19. “Transylvania Twist,” – Bobby “Boris” Pickett, The Crypt-Kickers
  20. “Haunted” — Taylor Swift
  21. “Werewolves of London” — Warren Zevon
  22. “Creep” — Radiohead
  23. “Who Can It Be Now?” — Men at Work
  24. “I Want Candy” — Bow Wow Wow
  25. “Monster” — Lady Gaga
  26. “I Put a Spell on You” –  Screamin’ Jay Hawkins
  27. “Ghostbusters” – Ray Parker Jr.
  28. “Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)” — David Bowie
  29. “Wolves” — Selena Gomez & Marshmello
  30. “Witchy Woman” — The Eagles
  31. “Grim, Grinning Ghosts” – The Melomen, Paul Frees, Betty Taylor, Bill Lee, and Thurl Ravenscroft
  32. “Love Potion No. 9” – The Clovers
  33. “Enter Sandman” – Metallica
  34. “Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead” — Ella Fitzgerald
  35. “Time Warp” — Little Nell, Patricia Quinn, & Richard O’Brien
  36. “The Addams Family Theme” – Vic Mizzy and His Orchestra and Chorus
  37. A Nightmare on My Street” — DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
  38. “This Is Halloween” — The Citizens of Halloween
  39. “Somebody’s Watching Me” — Rockwell
  40. “Zombie” — The Cranberries
  41. “Super Freak” — Rick James
  42. “Get Ur Freak On” — Missy Elliot
  43. “Season of the Witch” — Donovan
  44. “Hungry Like the Wolf” — Duran Duran
  45. “Ghost” — Ella Henderson
  46. “Love Song for a Vampire” – Annie Lennox
  47. “Monsters” — All Time Low ft. Demi Lovato and blackbear
  48. “True Blood” — Justin Timberlake
  49. “Bad Moon Rising” – Creedence Clearwater Revival
  50. “Skeleton in the Closet” — Louis Armstrong
  51. “M.I.B. Main Theme” – Danny Elfman
  52. “The Twilight Zone” -The Ventures
  53. “Friends on the Other Side” – Randy Newman
  54. “Be True to Your Ghoul” – The Ghouls
  55. “Materia Primoris: The X-Files Theme” – Mark Snow
  56. “The Purple People Eater” – Sheb Wooley
  57. “Maneater” – Daryl Hall and John Oates
  58. “I’m in Love with a Monster” – Fifth Harmony
  59. “Remains of the Day” – Danny Elfman
  60. “Double Trouble: – John Williams
  61. “The Yodeling Ghost” – Bing Crosby & the Andrew Sisters
  62. “Headless Horseman” – Kay Starr
  63. “I Was a Teenage Werewolf” – The Cramps
  64. “Jeepers Creepers” – Louis Armstrong
  65. “The Ghost of Smokey Joe” – Cab Calloway
  66. “The Great Pumpkin Waltz” – Vince Guaraldi
  67. “She Put a Hex on You” – Them
  68. “Heffalumps and Woozles” – The Disney Studio Chorus
  69. “Hedwig’s Theme” – John Williams

Happy Halloween! Enjoy!

Best Songs to Play on the 4th of July

Are you creating a playlist for your 4th of July BBQ or party? Celebrate Independence Day with a variety of songs from all types of genres. If you are searching for the best songs to play on the 4th of July, check out the following list.

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  1. “The Star-Spangled Banner” – Louis Daniel Armstrong
  2. “America the Beautiful” – Katharine Lee Bates and Samuel A. Ward
  3. “God Bless America” – Irving Berlin
  4. “This Land Is Your Land” – Woody Guthrie
  5. “Courtesy Of the Red, White, and Blue (The Angry American)” – Toby Keith
  6. “R.O.C.K. in the USA” – John Mellencamp
  7. “Chicken Fried” – Zac Brown Band
  8. “Yankee Doodle” – George M. Cohan
  9. “American Kids” – Kenny Chesney
  10. “American Saturday Night” – Bran Paisley
  11. “Party in the U.S.A.” – Miley Cyrus
  12. “Color Me America” – Dolly Parton
  13. “Surfin’ USA” – Beach Boys
  14. “Everyday America” – Sugarland
  15. ‘God’s Country” – Blake Shelton
  16. “American Land” – Bruce Springsteen
  17. “All-American Girl” – Carrie Underwood
  18. “Give Me Back My Hometown” – Eric Church
  19. “Born in the U.S.A.” – Bruce Springsteen
  20. “Fortunate Son” – Creedence Clearwater Revival
  21. “Take Me Home, Country Roads” – John Denver
  22. “My Country, ‘Tis of Thee” – Samuel Francis Smith
  23. “Battle Hymn of the Republic” – Julia Ward Howe
  24. “American Girl” – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
  25. “God Bless the USA” – Lee Greenwood
  26. “I’ve Been Everywhere” – Johnny Cash
  27. “The Star-Spangled Banner” – Whitney Houston
  28. “A Country Fourth of July” – Toby Keith
  29. “Celebration” – Kool & the Gang
  30. “Firework” – Katy Perry
  31. “Ragged Old Flag” – Johnny Cash
  32. “American Heart” – Faith Hill
  33. “Sweet Home Alabama” – Lynyrd Skynyrd
  34. “Stars and Stripes Forever” – John Philip Sousa
  35. “Summer of 69” – Bryan Adams
  36. “America” – Neil Diamond

Turn up the music and enjoy! Happy 4th!

75 Songs for the Christmas Season

Music is one of the joys of Christmas. Artists have been writing about the holiday season for decades. If you are looking to add some Christmas cheer to your holiday party or dinner, check out the following songs. (Be careful, you may find yourself singing out loud!)

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  1. “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” by Bing Crosby
  2. “Away in the Manger” by Nat King Cole
  3. “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” by Andy Williams
  4. “White Christmas” by Bing Crosby
  5. “Sleigh Ride” by The Ronettes or “Sleigh Ride” by Ella Fitzgerald
  6. “What Christmas Means to Me” by Stevie Wonder
  7. “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” by Nat King Cole
  8. “Last Christmas (I Gave You My Heart)” by Wham!
  9. “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey
  10. “How Many Kings” by Downhere
  11. “It’s True” by Sara Groves
  12. “Let it, Snow! Let it, Snow! Let it Snow” by Dean Martin
  13. “The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas to You)” by Nat King Cole
  14. “Home for the Holidays” by Perry Como
  15. “Christmas Time Is Here” by Vince Guaraldi Trio
  16. “Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24” by Trans-Siberian Orchestra
  17. “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town” by Frank Sinatra or “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town” by Bruce Springsteen
  18. “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” by Judy Garland
  19. “Frosty the Snowman” by Gene Autry or “Frosty the Snowman” by Jimmy Durante (Both are fun reeditions!)
  20. “Angels We Have Heard on High” by Ella Fitzgerald or “Angels We Have Heard on High” by Josh Groban & Brian McKnight
  21. “Let It Be Christmas” by Alan Jackson
  22. “Underneath the Tree” by Kelly Clarkston
  23. “Christmas Cookies” by George Strait
  24. “Little Saint Nick” by The Beach Boys
  25. “Christmas Time All Over Again” by            Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
  26. “Carol of the Bells/What Child is This?” by Point of Grace
  27. “Mele Kalikimaka (Hawaiian Christmas Song)” by Bing Crosby
  28. “Santa Baby” by Eartha Kitt
  29. “Blue Christmas” by Elvis Presley
  30. “Run, Rudolph, Run” by Chuck Berry
  31. “Santa Looked a Lot Like Daddy” by Garth Brooks
  32. “Jingle Bell Rock” by Bobby Helms
  33. “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” by Brenda Lee
  34. “Carol of the Bells” by Trans-Siberian Orchestra
  35. “The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don’t Be Late)”
  36. “Jingle Bells” by Ella Fitzgerald or “Jingle Bells” by Dean Martin (Both are great!)
  37. “Christmas, Baby Please Come Home” by Darlene Love
  38. “A Soldiers Silent Night” by Father Ted Berndt
  39. “Winter Wonderland” by Dean Martin
  40. “A Holly Jolly Christmas” by Burl Ives
  41. “Merry Christmas, Baby” by Otis Redding
  42. “Happy X-Mas (War is Over)” by John Lennon
  43. “Please Come Home for Christmas” by The Eagles
  44. “Where Are You Christmas” by Faith Hill
  45. “Feliz Navidad” by José Feliciano
  46. “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” by Dean Martin or “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” by Norah Jones and Willie Nelson
  47. “Merry Christmas Darling” by The Carpenters
  48. “Underneath the Tree” by Kelly Clarkston
  49. “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” by Jackson 5
  50. “Santa I’m Right Here” by Toby Keith
  51. “Peace On Earth/Little Drummer Boy” by David Bowie & Bing Crosby
  52. “Wonderful Christmastime” by Paul McCartney
  53. “Hard Candy Christmas” by Dolly Parton
  54. “Gold and Green” by Sugarland
  55. “Deck The Halls” by Mannheim Steamroller
  56. “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” by Band Aid
  57. “Fairytale of New York” by The Pogues
  58. “We Need a Little Christmas” by Angela Lansbury
  59. “Believe” by Josh Groban
  60. “The First Noel” by Andy Williams
  61. “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas” by Gayla Peevey
  62. “Joy to the World” by Aretha Franklin
  63. “O Come, All Ye Faithful” by Faith Hill
  64. “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” by Michael Bublé
  65. “Mary, Did You Know” by Kenny Rogers
  66. “Christmas Isn’t Canceled (Just You)” by Kelly Clarkson
  67. “When My Heart Finds Christmas” by Harry Connick Jr
  68. “Pretty Paper” by Willie Nelson
  69. “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” by Thurl Ravenscroft
  70. “Christmas Day at my House” by Patty Loveless
  71. “Snow” by Leslie Odom Jr.
  72. “Beautiful Star of Bethlehem” by The Judds
  73. “My Favorite Things” by Julie Andrews
  74. “Santa Claus Is Back In Town” by Elvis Presley
  75. “O Holy Night” by Céline Dion or “O Holy Night” by Nat King Cole (Both versions are wonderful.)

Is your favorite song on the list? Merry Christmas! Keep singing!

32 Autumn Songs for Your Playlist

Today, September 22, is the first official day of fall. The season brings a change to the landscape with colorful leaves and frosty mornings. Artists have been singing about the changing seasons for decades. Do you have a favorite? Check out the following autumn songs to add to your playlist this season.

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  1. “Wake Me Up When September Ends” by Green Day (2004)
  2.  “Autumn In New York” by Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald
  3. ‘Autumn Leaves” by Eva Cassidy (1996)
  4. “Colder Weather” by Zac Brown Band (2010)
  5. “November Rain” by Guns N’ Roses (1992)
  6. “Harvest Moon” by Neil Young (1992)
  7. “Harvest Time” by Luke Bryan (2011)
  8. “September Song” by Frank Sinatra
  9. “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire (1978)
  10. “Indian Summer” by Ella Fitzgerald
  11. “September in the Rain” by Dinah Washington
  12. “The Last Leaf” by The Cascades
  13. “Autumn Waltz” by Tony Bennet
  14. “Forever Autumn” by Justin Hayward (1978)
  15. “Autumn Serenade” by John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman (1963)
  16. “Shine on Harvest Moon” by the Four Aces
  17. “’Tis Autumn” by Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Pass
  18. “Autumn’s Not That Cold” by Lorrie Morgan (1991)
  19. “Autumn Town Leaves” by Iron & Wine (2018)
  20. “Just Like Autumn” by The Tuesday Crew, Carly Bannister, Jordy Searcy (2018)
  21. “October” by U2 (1981)
  22. “Sweater Weather” by The Neighbourhood (2013)
  23. “Pale September” by Fiona Apple (1996)
  24. “Autumn Almanac” by The Kinks (1967)
  25. “When Fall Comes to New England” by Cheryl Wheeler (1993)
  26. “Autumn Sweater” by Yo La Tengo (1997)
  27. “September” by Corb Lund (2012)
  28. “Harvest Fair” by Summer Salt (2019)
  29. “Autumn Song” by Van Morrison
  30. “Chill of an Early Fall” by George Strait
  31. “The Last Day of Summer” by The Cure
  32. “Boys of Fall” by Kenny Chesney