Kelly Clarkson made her second win, taking the 7th place with the 2021 holiday duet “Santa, Can’t You Hear Me,” featuring the powerhouse vocals of Ariana Grande, which quickly became a standout seasonal anthem.

With its lush orchestration, heartfelt lyrics, and dazzling vocal interplay, the track captures the magic and longing of the holiday season.

Showcasing both singers’ remarkable range and emotive delivery, the song blends nostalgia with contemporary flair, making it a fresh yet timeless addition to Christmas playlists and a testament to Clarkson’s enduring influence on holiday music.

Laufey, the Grammy-winning and genre-defying singer-songwriter from Iceland, makes a stunning mark on the holiday music scene with her soulful track “Christmas Magic,” landing at 9th place on the Top 10 ASCAP New Classic Holiday Songs.

Infused with her signature jazz influences, the song blends smooth, sophisticated melodies with heartwarming lyrics, creating a timeless holiday tune that feels both fresh and nostalgic.

Laufey’s ability to seamlessly merge classical jazz elements with modern sensibilities makes “Christmas Magic” a standout, capturing the essence of the season with elegance and charm.

Inspired with festive cheer and fueled by Mariah Carey's signature vocal prowess, “Oh Santa!” has firmly secured its place as a modern holiday classic, closing the Top 10 ASCAP New Classic Holiday Songs for 2024.

The song written and produced by Carey in collaboration with Jermaine Dupri, was released in 2010, and for the second decade this upbeat track continues to amaze listeners with its joyful energy and catchy chorus.

"Oh Santa!" is a perfect blend of Mariah Carey’s iconic style and a holiday spirit, showcasing Carey’s unparalleled ability to create music that captures the joy and magic of the season.

In the realm of timeless classics, the acclaimed Broadway composer Meredith Willson with "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas" leads ASCAP's Top 25 Holiday Songs chart. Performed by Bing Crosby, Johnny Mathis, Michael Bublé and others.

Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You," co-written with Walter Afanasieff, celebrates its 30th anniversary, securing the eighth spot. All time classic from 1963, “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” by Edward Pola and George Wyle, takes the 10th position.

From Bella Italia comes "Feliz Navidad" by José Feliciano. This bilingual favorite continues to charm listeners, ranking at number 17. 

Johnny Marks solidifies his legacy as the ultimate holiday hitmaker with three of his classics—“A Holly Jolly Christmas,” “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” and “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”—claiming spots in the Top 25.

Written between 1949 and 1962, these enduring favorites have been reimagined by countless artists, including Kacey Musgraves, Meghan Trainor, DMX, Ingrid Michaelson, and Dan + Shay, proving their timeless appeal across generations.

Kelly Clarkson appears on this season's charts for the third time with her modern classic, “Underneath the Tree,” written in collaboration with producer Greg Kurstin. 

Taking position 24 in addition to its 1st place in the Top 10 ASCAP New Classic Holiday Songs, it defines this songwriting powerhouse as truly dominating not only this year's holiday playlists but can be undoubtley called a contemprary Christmas classic.

Originally released in 2013 on Clarkson’s first Christmas album, ‘Wrapped in Red', the song’s upbeat melody, soaring vocals, and festive charm have cemented its place as a staple of contemporary holiday playlists. 

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than one million songwriters, composers and music publishers, and represents some of the world’s most talented music creators. In 2023, ASCAP reported record-high financial results of $1.737 billion in revenues and $1.592 billion available in royalty distribution monies to its members. Over the last eight years, ASCAP has delivered a 7% compound annual growth rate for total revenues, and an 8% compound annual growth rate for total royalty distributions to members. 

Founded and governed by songwriters, composers and publishers, it is the only performing rights organization in the U.S. that operates on a not-for-profit basis. ASCAP licenses a repertory of over 20 million musical works to hundreds of thousands of businesses that use music, including streaming services, cable television, radio and satellite radio and brick and mortar businesses such as retail stores, hotels, clubs, restaurants and bars. 

ASCAP collects the licensing fees; identifies, matches and processes trillions of performances every year; and returns nearly 90 cents of every dollar back to its members as royalties. The ASCAP blanket license offers an efficient solution for businesses to legally perform ASCAP music while respecting the right of songwriters and composers to be paid fairly. ASCAP puts music creators first, advocating for their rights and the value of music on Capitol Hill, driving innovation that moves the industry forward, building community and providing the resources and support that creators need to succeed in their careers.

Please visit ascap.com for more information.