While it's true that the month of December may be known for holiday decorations, thoughtful gift ideas, snowman pajamas, and winter cocktail recipes, none of the above matters without some holiday-themed music. Because the truth is, the holidays aren't really the holidays without the romantic songs we've all come to know and love.
Whether you're into the '90s romantic hits like Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You" and "I Never Knew the Meaning of Christmas" by *NSYNC, the classics by Tony Bennett and The Ronettes, or the new pop and country hits by Kacey Musgraves, John Legend, and Meghan Trainor, it's likely you have some favorites.
But if you need help curating the perfect playlist for all your holiday festivities this month, don't worry. Whether you are in charge of DJing your couples' Secret Santa party or want something to play in the car on your way to the in-laws', we've got you covered. Below, enjoy the 40 best Christmas love songs that will definitely have you looking for the nearest mistletoe.
(That said, if you want a more general holiday playlist because you're in your "I hate love" feels or healing era, you can check out this list of the 75 best Christmas songs of all time or this list of the best Christmas pop songs.)
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— Additional reporting by Lisette Mejia and Taylor Andrews