Pop singer Taylor Swift is one of the world’s most beloved artists, and her Christmas songs prove it. This list includes covers of traditional Christmas tunes as well as original compositions that showcase Taylor’s unique take on the holidays.
The first song on this list is Taylor’s cover of the holiday classic “White Christmas.” It’s an exquisite rendition, with many critics hailing it as an excellent rendition.
White Christmas
On Christmas Eve, whether in Caribou, Maine or Phoenix, Arizona, it’s almost impossible not to feel a thrill of excitement when hearing “White Christmas”. It has become an iconic holiday tradition and one of pop music’s all-time classics.
Irving Berlin originally composed “America the Beautiful” in 1947 and since become an iconic American classic that has been recorded by numerous artists, such as Bing Crosby, Elvis Presley and *NSYNC. It is considered to be the most popular Christmas song ever with sales estimated to exceed 50 million copies worldwide.
No wonder why this song has become such a beloved holiday staple, as it evokes memories of Christmas past and an affinity for traditional holiday settings. Additionally, it’s widely considered one of the finest examples of songwriting ever composed – often serving as inspiration to aspiring authors.
For those of us who grew up listening to this timeless classic, it holds a special place in our hearts. We can’t help but think of how it brings us together as family during the holiday season.
This song stands apart from other Christmas tunes in that it doesn’t contain the typical upbeat messages associated with most carols. Instead, it reflects on one’s personal experience of Christmas and a desire to return home during the holidays.
One year after Pearl Harbor, when millions of American boys were separated from their families for the first time ever, this song was released as a somber reminder for those GIs who were grieving during that difficult period.
Jody Rosen’s book offers an intriguing view into the history of this iconic song and how it became such a global success. Through his insightful and captivating writing, he delves deep into its musical roots to show how its iconic sleigh bells became associated with American culture during this period. Additionally, it delves into popular music’s development over time as well as Jewish immigrants’ struggles for assimilation during this time period.
Christmas Must Be Something More
Taylor Swift’s 2008 holiday EP The Taylor Swift Holiday Collection features a cover of Kim Carnes’ “Christmas Must Be Something More,” featuring Swift’s country-tinged voice along with fiddles and pedal steels. This timeless Taylor Swift track should definitely be added to fans’ playlists.
Taylor Swift’s beautiful Christmas track “Title” is one of her best hits and perfect to get you in the holiday spirit. There’s no better way to start off your season than with this refreshing tune from Taylor.
This track stands out from the others on this holiday EP with its upbeat attitude and infectious Christmas spirit. This track would make a perfect choice for any party or event, guaranteed to get your guests in the holiday spirit!
Swift has written another country-tinged song that will have you singing along in no time. This track makes an excellent addition to your holiday playlist and it’s one of the most popular tracks on Spotify right now.
With this release, Taylor Swift proved she could craft songs that were deeply personal and delightful to listen to. She collaborated with Nathan Chapman for this EP, producing it with a country-pop flair even though there are only six songs included.
It would be easy to be disappointed by this album, but there are some parts that lack mastery. Her rendition of “Silent Night” in particular, while well-done, falls flat. Nevertheless, the majority of this collection is excellent and highly recommended – certainly worth listening to!
Christmas Tree Farm
Taylor Swift recently released a nostalgic Christmas song that recalls her childhood on a Christmas tree farm. Called “Christmas Tree Farm,” the track features old home movies of Taylor’s parents and younger brother as featured in the video.
This track has become a sensation in the music industry and it’s certainly worth listening to. Not only is it an infectious tune, but its lyrics are poignant and truly capture all of Christmas’ joy.
Swift wrote the song about growing up on a tree farm in Pennsylvania and how happy she is to return there each holiday season. There’s nothing quite like spending time with family during the festive season!
Christmas tree farming is an extensive process that begins with seedlings, then grows and prunes trees before being ready for sale. Each tree can take up to seven years to reach a certain size.
After eight years, farmers harvest trees, cut them up and package them as precuts for sale. This laborious and lengthy process can be quite stressful for farmers.
Christmas tree farmers receive extensive education and training to prepare for this role. During this period, they study agricultural science, economics, agronomy, plant disease management, and other aspects of farming.
They collaborate with a team of experienced farmers and learn from them. Eventually, they can earn a bachelor’s degree in agriculture and become certified by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers.
Though this job may appear challenging, the rewards are immense. Not only do you get to spend quality time with your loved ones during the holidays, but your efforts also allow them to receive something they will remember for life – something they won’t forget! This job allows for amazing memories that will last a lifetime!
It’s Nice To Have A Friend
Taylor Swift’s influential pop and country music has made her a household name, but she’s also known for crafting powerful songs about friendship and love that draw inspiration from her own experiences. For instance, her song “It’s Nice To Have A Friend” is an endearing tribute to childhood friendships that continue today.
The line, “It’s nice to have you as my friend/ I can always count on you,” is very close to her own experience. This particular friend had a significant impact on her life; indeed, she married him shortly after recording the song.
However, the lyrics of this song also contain a darker side. They refer to a queer relationship and Swift has made an art of disclosing her sexuality on her records.
Her diary indicates she began dating Alwyn in October 2016. He had previously been linked to Gigi Hadid and is believed to be openly gay.
Swift wrote in her diary that she and Alwyn had an “intense connection,” even if they have not been photographed together. This may have inspired Swift to write this song, which many speculate is about Alwyn.
Though this song is short, fans and critics alike have enjoyed listening to it repeatedly. It’s one of the shortest tracks on her latest album Lover, released on August 23.
Taylor Swift, Louis Bell and Adam Feeney collaborated on this song which was produced by Frank Dukes and released on Republic Records on August 23rd, 2019.
New Year’s Day
Are you searching for an upbeat, catchy song to get your party started? Taylor Swift’s “New Year’s Day” is the ideal addition to your playlist. Not only will it get everyone moving, but also give them that confidence boost they need for a successful New Year’s Eve!
For a perfect New Year’s Eve party, U2’s 1983 hit single, “New Year’s Day,” is an ideal choice. Inspired by Poland Solidarity, this pop-rock classic was U2’s first hit single and reached the top of several charts around the world.
Its lyrics, which promote new beginnings and a better year, make it an ideal choice for the end of the year. Not only has the song become a hit in America but has become a staple of U2’s live performances as well.
U2’s iconic song was released as a single in January 1983 and quickly rose to the top of Billboard Hot 100 charts. Since then, it has become one of their most beloved hits.
In addition to becoming a timeless rock classic, the song was an enormous hit in Europe. In 1983 it was released as a 7-inch single in Germany, Ireland, Spain, Austria, the Netherlands, Denmark and Finland; two years later it was reissued on 12-inch in both the UK and Canada.
Directed by Meiert Avis and shot on location in Sweden, the video features clips of four teenage girls performing against a snowy backdrop.
This song was the fourth release from her sixth studio album, reputation, which dropped on November 10, 2017. Initially only available on the deluxe edition, it has since been added to both standard and deluxe versions of the album. It’s an unassuming song with sparse production and guitar/piano accompaniment for added ambience.