Christmas Number Ones: Every UK Singles Chart-Topper In History
The UK’s Christmas number ones have ranged from classic holiday tunes to some surprisingly unseasonal songs. Here’s a complete run-down.
Fairytale Of New York: The Pogues’ Unique Christmas Masterpiece
With its unique mix of optimism and melancholy, The Pogues’ Fairytale Of New York is a Christmas song like no other.
Andrea Corr: Christmas Songs “Let You Know You Are Not Alone”
With her ‘Christmas Songs’ EP, Andrea Corr delicately expresses the feelings of loss and reflection that are a part of every holiday season.
Driving Home For Christmas: The Road To Chris Rea’s Seasonal Smash
Recorded just for fun, Driving Home For Christmas became an unexpected classic that now soundtracks Yuletide traffic jams the world over.
Lonely This Christmas: Mud’s Fantastic Wallow In Festive Misery
A humorous look at Christmas isolation, Mud’s Lonely This Christmas has become a go-to staple for the broken-hearted during the holidays.
Santa Baby: How Eartha Kitt Made Christmas Sexy
Sultry and seductive, Eartha Kitt caused controversy with Santa Baby. Now it’s a classic Christmas song that has birthed countless covers.
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