Pentaholics and Honeybees, the holidays are here, and if there’s one thing about us, it’s that we’re going to give you suggestions for songs to add to your playlists. When you think of holiday music, whose artist or band has Christmas hits for days? If you didn’t say Pentatonix immediately, or they aren’t in your top three, what are you doing? They’ve released several holiday albums and songs; they deserve more recognition for their dedication to the holidays. They knew what they were doing when they named their fifth album A Pentatonix Christmas.
If you’re making a holiday playlist or wanting to update the one you already have, you’re in luck. We’ll be giving you ten Pentatonix songs to add to your holiday playlist.
‘The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)’
This is a Christmas classic we can’t get enough of. Fun fact, ‘The Christmas Song’ was written by Mel Tormé and Bob Wells but was first recorded by Nat “King” Cole. Several singers have covered the song, including Whitney Houston, Justin Bieber, and, of course, Pentatonix. Pentatonix’s cover has many beautiful layers, including a trumpet solo. This song might just get you into the holiday spirit if you’re not in it.
‘Home For The Holidays’
Being away from home can take a toll on some people, so when the holidays arrive, they’re ready to go home. Pentatonix covered ‘Home For The Holidays,’ a song originally by Perry Como. It’s about finding solace in heading back home during a time that’s all about spending time with those who care for you and who you care about. Pentatonix does a beautiful job at covering this song.
‘That’s Christmas to Me’
“I’ve got this Christmas song in my heart
I’ve got the candles glowing in the dark“
Christmas means different things to different people. Pentatoix included. ‘That’s Christmas To Me’ is one of their original Christmas songs. The lyrics are beautifully written. The song is about what brings them joy during Christmas time. It’ll make you reminisce about when you were a kid. Since we’re on the subject, what does Christmas mean to you?
‘The Christmas Sing-Along’
“Forget what the people say
It’s time for the holiday
Throw up your seats lets deck the halls“
‘The Christmas Sing-Along’ is another original song by Pentatonix. This song will have you wanting to do exactly what the title says and sing along with the band. The song appears on A Pentatonix Christmas and is about coming together with those you care about and love. It’s about forgetting your worries or troubles and having fun. It makes the perfect song for decorating around the house. By the way, who doesn’t love a good sing-along?
‘Good To Be Bad’
“I couldn’t help but have a little fun
Said all the golden years are said and done“
Do you think it’s good to be good all the time or ‘Good To Be Bad’ in terms of Christmas? Growing up, we were told that to receive something nice for Christmas, we needed to be good, and most of the time, we listened. Other times we didn’t. That’s where this song comes in. ‘Good To Be Bad’ puts a fun twist on not being good. Kirstin takes the lead on this song, singing about how they’ve done numerous bad things throughout the year. While they could feel terrible about being bad, they find the good and fun in it. Being good all the time isn’t always fun, but being bad doesn’t always mean you’ve done something horrible.
‘Grown-Up Christmas List’ ft. Kelly Clarkson
‘Grown-Up Christmas List’ might not be the most popular Christmas classic, but it should be! The song has been covered many times by artists, including Kelly Clarkson herself in 2003 for American Idol. Pentatonix teamed up with Kelly Clarkson for a cover of the song for Pentatonix’s album Christmas Is Here! If there’s one thing both artists are going to do, it’s deliver and come through with the vocals, and that’s exactly what they did! ‘Grown-Up Christmas List’ reminds us that you’re never too old to celebrate Christmas or make a Christmas list.
‘Kid On Christmas’ ft. Meghan Trainor
“And may your heart be evergreen every December (Woah-oh)
And a part of you believe and always remember (Woah-oh, oh)“
Everyone deserves to feel like a kid again, no matter how old they get. Pentatonix and Meghan Trainor teamed up for the beautiful song ‘Kid On Christmas.’ The song is about continuously feeling the magic and seeing the beauty that comes with Christmas. Pentatonix and Meghan Trainor sing about the joys that Christmas brings, including the joys that the season brings to kids. It’s a reminder that you’re never too old for Christmas.
‘Thank You’
“Thank you for your smile
It’s warmer than the fire”
Appreciating all that you have and the important people in your life, is an essential part of the holiday season. ‘Thank You’ is a beautiful ballad, thanking people in one’s life for everything they’ve done, including being in their lives. If you haven’t thanked someone in a while, let this song remind you to say thank you.
‘Star On Top’
“I’ll be the fire and you’ll bе the hot
I’ll string up the lights and you’ll be thе star on top (On top, on top)”
‘Star On Top’ is a beautiful love song that doubles as a song about the holidays. The ‘Star On Top’ refers to a partner one has in their life. It serves as a feel-good track about appreciating everything about the one you’re with, including everything they do. What’s a holiday playlist without a love song from Pentatonix?
‘Christmas Movie’
‘Christmas Movie’ is a song that appears on their latest holiday album, Christmas in the City. Out of all the songs featured on the album, this has to be our favorite. The harmonies are on point per usual, the vocals are on point, and the lyrics are top-notch. When one thinks about the holidays, aside from wanting to listen to holiday music, people also want to watch holiday movies. There’s nothing like a good Christmas movie to put you in the mood. Instead of watching a Christmas movie, however, the group is calling to make the magic of a Christmas movie happen. Who could say no to that?
And that concluded ten Pentatonix songs you could add to your holiday playlist. Did you see any that you liked? Will you be adding any to your holiday playlist? Which songs do you think should be on the list that aren’t here? Feel free to let us know in the comments or by finding us via Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.
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