Alvin M. Keeling 
Mariah Carey is known as one of the best female singers in the history of music, because her high register is untouchable to so many other performers. She’s recorded so many pop and R&B hits that it’s hard to keep track of them all, and she still ranks as one of the most successful names of all time on the Billboard graphics.
Nowadays, Carey is also considered the Christmas Queen, a title she earned thanks in large part to just one single. While the focus is still on her generation-defining “All I Want for Christmas Is You” smash as well as new interpretations of the classics.
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While millions of people may only know the must-have ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’, there is so much more to enjoy when it comes to Carey and the happiest day ever. ‘year. Here are all of his original Christmas songs, ranked from “worst” (but still fantastic) to best.
7. “Jesus born that day”
Although Christmas includes the name of Christ, not all who celebrate the holiday are religious. These days Christmas has taken on a whole new meaning, one that doesn’t require those who love the season to believe in one book, and thankfully Carey’s release to this space recognizes both those who stick with it. in the traditional sense of the day. like those who don’t.
“Jesus born on that day” is explicitly Christian in nature, and it is a well-done modern interpretation of an account of the birth of the son of God. That’s a huge number, and it’s great to hear the superstar express his faith in that way. While the song is one of co-writer and producer Walter Afanasieff’s favorites, it’s not for everyone, depending on its topic.
6. “A child”
Just as “Jesus Born on This Day” might not be suitable for all Carey fans, so is the song “One Child,” which is also religious in nature. The track, featured in the singer’s second holiday feature, Merry Christmas II you, offers an account of the birth of Jesus (yes, another) and is submissive and reverent. Starring a children’s choir and a slow but steady drummer, “One Child” is as charming as ever, and it’s sure to be a favorite for some of Carey’s more devout followers.
5. “I miss you the most (at Christmas)”
Of all the songs on this list, “Miss You Most (At Christmas Time)” sounds the most like a typical Carey single. The ballad is slow and sad, and each line is punctuated by the performance of one of the greatest voices of all time at its peak. Released as the first taste of the powerhouse Merry Christmas album, “Miss You Most (At Christmas Time)” suggested that the collection might be darker than it actually was. The melody is a perfect alternative for those looking for a radical break from the loudest “All I Want for Christmas Is You”.
4. “Christmas time is back in the air”
Written with hitmaker and film music lover Marc Shaiman, “Christmas Time Is in the Air Again” has a glorious nostalgic quality that so many other holiday-oriented songs try to embody but fail to handle. The promotional single of Merry Christmas II you Looks like it could have been released decades ago, and it’s a perfect example of how Carey can still create her own track largely sticking to her softer, muffled voice.
3. “When Christmas comes”
Lyrically, “When Christmas Comes” is all about the holidays, with Carey humming over mistletoe, snow and making the world a better place. Sonically, however, it’s a touching R&B track, and if the words had been changed the tune wouldn’t seem out of place on a contemporary R&B star’s latest outing. Easy to love, the track stands out from Carey’s second Christmas album, and while the original is excellent, an updated version starring John Legend could be even more popular.
2. “Oh Father Christmas! ”
When Carey started working on Merry Christmas II you, she was clearly looking to replicate the success of “All I Want for Christmas Is You”, with “Oh Santa” fulfilling the same need on her second holiday collection. The smash is upbeat and cheerful, happy and jovial. It’s suited to the season, and it looks like everyone involved had a fantastic time doing it.
“Oh Santa” didn’t reach the same heights as its predecessor, but that doesn’t diminish it in any way. Years after fans first danced on the air, Carey re-released it as a collaboration between herself, Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson, making it less of a song and more of a must-see event of three of the best singers of the modern era. .
1. “All I want for Christmas is you”
In a ranking of Carey’s original holiday songs, there can be no discussion of the track that lands at No.1. “All I Want for Christmas Is You” isn’t just one of the greatest singles of modern vacation, it ranks among the songs of Carey. best creations and, beyond that, one of the most universally adored (not to mention hits) tracks of all time. It’s not just a wonderful once-a-year line-up – it’s a unique hit that unites millions of people. Everyone knows the words. Everyone sings. Everyone wants to hear it again, no matter how many times it’s already been played that season.
From the moment the first xylophone note is struck, anyone within earshot immediately turns their attention to what is being played, and for almost four minutes nothing else matters. “All I Want for Christmas Is You” is up there with “White Christmas”, “Rockin ‘Around the Christmas Tree” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” (and many more) being a must-have on any party playlist. in December. Fortunately, this single seems to be getting bigger and bigger every year, so it’s not going to go away any time soon.
