Revisit the Albums of Christmas Past With These '90s Holiday Tunes

There's nothing quite like the feeling of nestling down into a warm blanket and listening to a good Christmas album during the holiday season. Although there are plenty of newly released tracks for you to cheerfully jam out to, they simply can't replace any of the classic '90s holiday-themed LPs. We still play Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas" on a loop, and Boyz II Men's a cappella rendition of "Silent Night" is downright poetic. That decade graced us with quite a few notable melodies, and we're taking a look back at some of the most memorable ones.

Home for Christmas, NSYNC (1998)

Home for Christmas, NSYNC (1998)

NSYNC also got in on the holiday action during the decade, dropping this album and making us feel all the warmth of Christmas with songs like "In Love on Christmas" and "All I Want Is You."

Snowed In, Hanson (1997)

Snowed In, Hanson (1997)

Hanson makes you feel as if they're right there in your living room serenading you with sweet Christmas jubilee. The soft strumming of "At Christmas" mixed with the energetic feel of "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" makes this a well-rounded soundtrack for this time of year.

These Are Special Times, Celine Dion

These Are Special Times, Celine Dion

This is yet another LP that we absolutely had to include. Dion delivers some of the best hymns (i.e. "Don't Save It All For Christmas" and "The Magic of Christmas") that resonate with the delight of Christmastime.

Johnny Cash Country Christmas, Johnny Cash (1991)

Johnny Cash Country Christmas, Johnny Cash (1991)

Musical luminary Johnny Cash brings "Joy to the World" with this glorious holiday soundtrack. His heartfelt vocals imbue classic tunes like "O Come All Ye Faithful" and "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" with verve and make listeners truly feel the magic of Christmas.

A Very Special Christmas 2, Various Artists (1992)

A Very Special Christmas 2, Various Artists (1992)

This album wonderfully mixes together the voices of prominent singers in the industry, including Tom Petty, Luther Vandross, Frank Sinatra, Jon Bon Jovi, and Aretha Franklin.

A LaFace Family Christmas, Various Artists (1993)

A LaFace Family Christmas, Various Artists (1993)

Toni Braxton, TLC, Outkast, and more fill your heart with Christmas cheer in this 37-minute album.

Christmas Interpretations, Boyz II Men (1993)

Christmas Interpretations, Boyz II Men (1993)

Anyone who was around during the '90s should remember this beautiful masterpiece. Boyz II Men brings soothing harmonies to classics such as "Silent Night" and "Let It Snow."

Home for the Holidays, Glen Campbell (1993)

Home for the Holidays, Glen Campbell (1993)

Glen Campbell takes you on a journey through the joys of Christmastime, belting numbers like "Hark Herald Angels Medley" and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas."

Honky Tonk Christmas, Alan Jackson (1993)

Honky Tonk Christmas, Alan Jackson (1993)

Jackson fuses country and Christmas in this LP that's a swinging good time.

When My Heart Finds Christmas, Harry Connick Jr. (1993)

When My Heart Finds Christmas, Harry Connick Jr. (1993)

You're going to be singing Harry Connick Jr.'s version of "Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow" and the other jolly tunes in this soundtrack for even more years to come.

A Very Special Season, Diana Ross (1994)

A Very Special Season, Diana Ross (1994)

This icon takes listeners on a dreamy journey through a Winter wonderland in A Very Special Christmas, and we can't get enough of it.

Christmas Songs by Sinatra, Frank Sinatra (1994)

Christmas Songs by Sinatra, Frank Sinatra (1994)

Although this originally dropped in 1948, it was rereleased in 1994 with an extra song, "It Came Upon a Midnight Clear." Leave it to Ol' Blue Eyes to make the holidays even more enjoyable.

Merry Christmas, Mariah Carey (1994)

Merry Christmas, Mariah Carey (1994)

Would it even be a true list of classic Christmas-themed '90s albums if we didn't include this? It's been over two decades since this came out, but you better believe Carey's "All I Want For Christmas" is still one of the most popular holiday bangers.

James Brown's Funky Christmas, James Brown (1995)

James Brown's Funky Christmas, James Brown (1995)

The master of funk gives his all in this groovy holiday album. A few of the standout tunes include "Let's Make This Christmas Mean Something" and "Hey America" for their up-tempo beats and chords.

This Is Christmas, Luther Vandross (1995)

This Is Christmas, Luther Vandross (1995)

Luther Vandross and his fervent vocals give a sexy feel to jams such as "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," "This Is Christmas," and "The Mistletoe Jam."

Christmas on Death Row, Various Artists (1996)

Christmas on Death Row, Various Artists (1996)

"Santa Claus Goes to the Ghetto" is just one of the many hip-hop versions of holiday tunes in this album. Rap legends Nate Dogg and Snoop Dogg are joined by other artists, including Michel'le, to offer a swagged-out spin on seasonal music.

Twelve Soulful Nights of Christmas, Jermaine Dupri (1996)

Twelve Soulful Nights of Christmas, Jermaine Dupri (1996)

Jermaine Dupri utilizes his talents as a producer to deliver the special gift of soulful Christmas songs. He teams up with Chaka Khan, Faith Evans, Jagged Edge, and more for remixes on traditional ballads. Alicia Keys even lends her talent to singing "Little Drummer Girl" on the LP.

A Very Special Christmas 3, Various Artists (1997)

A Very Special Christmas 3, Various Artists (1997)

It's hard to top A Very Special Christmas 2, but this '97 release sure comes close. Sheryl Crow, Mary J. Blige, Patti Smith, Tim Reynolds, and more come together for a merry celebration of the season.

Ultimate Christmas, The Beach Boys (1998)

Ultimate Christmas, The Beach Boys (1998)

This soundtrack is a roundup of The Beach Boys' best holiday hits from the '60s and '70s. Upbeat melodies, including "Little Saint Nick," "Frosty the Snowman," and "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town," got remastered in the '90s and rereleased for all the world to enjoy.

A Christmas to Remember, Amy Grant (1999)

A Christmas to Remember, Amy Grant (1999)

Grant's A Christmas to Remember is certainly an album to remember. Her "Jingle Bell Rock" rendering has a fun show-tune-esque element, and her strong vocals make all the other songs equally entertaining.

Christmas Eve and Other Stories, Trans-Siberian Orchestra (1999)

Christmas Eve and Other Stories, Trans-Siberian Orchestra (1999)

The harmonies of this LP will send chills down your spine while also warming your soul. The cadences of anthems like "A Star to Follow" are unparalleled, and the sounds of the instrumental tunes such as "A Mad Russian's Christmas" are so powerful that you don't even need to hear lyrics. It's a holiday album that will live on and continue to spread merriment.