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The countdown to the holidays is officially on, snow angel!

What better way to get into the festive spirit than by turning up the volume on our fave holiday hits? If you're looking to ring in the yuletide season with a brand new playlist but aren't sure which songs to add, look no further. GL's got you covered with five holiday albums you should totally give a first listen (or revisit) right now. 

Queue up any one (or all) of these on your go-to holiday party playlist and you'll be sure to, uh, sleigh every festive bash this season.

1. fruitcake by Sabrina Carpenter

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We had to kick off our list with pop princess Sabrina Carpenter’s 2023 holiday EP, fruitcake! This mix of cheeky, cozy and classic bops has a track for every mood.

Feeling festive and flirty? Blast "santa doesn't know you like i do" or "A Nonsense Christmas."

More of a sad-girl winter vibe? Try "cindy lou who" or "is it new year's yet?" With Sabrina’s signature blend of sweet (pun v. much intended) and sassy, fruitcake is pure holiday magic.

2. A Charlie Brown Christmas by the Vince Guaraldi Trio

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"Alexa, play 'Christmas Time Is Here!'" A Charlie Brown Christmas is the ultimate holiday album, wrapping you in nostalgic warmth with every track.

It’s perfect easy listening while you're sipping cocoa (bonus points for a Snoopy mug) and curling up under a blanket. Afterward, don’t forget to watch the TV special for more Peanuts magic and all your favorite tunes!

3. The Beach Boys' Christmas Album by the Beach Boys

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Keep the vintage vibes going with The Beach Boys' Christmas Album. This '60s classic blends upbeat holiday tunes with traditional carols and that timeless retro pop sound (chances are, you've already jammed out to their hit "Little Saint Nick"). It’s the ideal soundtrack to get everyone, from grandparents to younger sibs, rockin' around the tree. 

4. The Kacey Musgraves Christmas Show by Kacey Musgraves

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Kacey Musgraves = the underrated country queen of Christmas.The Kacey Musgraves Christmas Show combines Old Hollywood glam with smooth renditions of holiday classics and some fresh "Kacey Christmas" hits.

Plus, there are iconic duets with stars like Troye Sivan and Lana Del Rey. After jamming to the soundtrack, catch the video special on Amazon Prime for live performances of all your faves.

5. The Taylor Swift Holiday Collection by Taylor Swift

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Yes, we love "Christmas Tree Farm" as much as the next girl, but don’t sleep on Taylor’s entire 2007 Holiday Collection. 

This underrated EP features her takes on classics like "Santa Baby" and "Last Christmas," plus early, deep cut originals like "Christmases When You Were Mine" and "Christmas Must Be Something More." If you're a Swiftie looking to keep the holiday vibes strong, this one's a must-listen!

What's your most-streamed holiday song? Let us know on IG @girlslifemag!

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by Felicia Bono | 11/23/2024