Playlist: Holiday hits

Audrey McCaffity, Staff Wrtier • December 10, 2020

With Christmas approaching, many begin to search for music for the holidays. TRL’s Audrey McCaffity shared holiday themed songs for the season.

The debate of when the right time to play holiday music seemingly never ends, but no matter when you decide it’s time to reintroduce Christmas songs to your life, this playlist provides the top songs for the season that can be played any time during the holiday season.

“I Need you Christmas”

Written and sung by the Jonas Brothers, “I Need You Christmas” is the perfect song to add to a 2020 holiday playlist. The song is very different from many of the common Jonas Brothers songs most know, as it is without many of the classic pop elements found in songs such as “Sucker” and “Burnin’ Up.” However, it is the perfect gift that keeps on giving everytime you hit the replay button.

“Christmas Is”

The distinct voices of Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus come together to create one of the newest Christmas songs there is. “Christmas Is” is a reminder of the true purpose of the holiday season, which can be easily overlooked in a season as busy as this one. Though there are plenty of Dolly songs that could be easily added to any playlist, “Christmas Is” is a necessary listen for a year as unusual as 2020.

“That’s Christmas to Me”

No instrumental music, no problem. Pentatonix’s “That’s Christmas to Me” provides a unique addition to the holiday playlist. The many different voices that come together blend wonderfully to form a song that is powerful but not overpowering. This song provides the joy of the holiday season without the ability to be overplayed.

“All I Want For Christmas”

“All I Want For Christmas” seems to start the Holiday season off every year. It is one of the best songs to blast while with your closest friends to bring holiday cheer. The atmosphere this song can create seems to bring Christmas immediately. No matter when you decide it’s time to play Christmas music, this song is a staple you can’t miss.

“It’s Beginning to look a lot like Christmas”

Michael Buble’s “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” adds a classic soft and smooth Christmas song to this playlist. The tempo and overall feel of the song makes it perfect to listen to while last minute studying for finals or decorating for the season. Preferably, this song would be accompanied by the first snow of winter, but for a Christmas in Texas the three minutes of calm will have to suffice.

About the Contributors

Audrey McCaffity, Section Editor

Beginning her fourth and final year on staff, Audrey McCaffity is more than excited to take on the role of Community Editor. The past four years have been filled with challenges, but TRL has been one constant to look forward to even on the hardest days. McCaffity dedicated lots of time to the varsity basketball team over the past three years and can’t wait to end on a good note her senior season. With the stress of college applications taking up much of her summer, McCaffity looks forward to being back in the stands at a football game wearing her leopard gear and surrounded by her favorite people. If she has learned one thing over her high school career, it is to always plan something to look forward to. McCaffity is determined to make her senior year the best of her high school experience.

Jordan Ruppert, Graphic Designer

This is sophomore Jordan Ruppert’s second year on staff doing graphics for The Red Ledger. Jordan was in photography in middle school and enjoys being on TRL. Jordan loves spending time with friends and family, especially on family trips. Most of the time, you will see Jordan watching Netflix or YouTube. She is currently watching “Criminal Minds” but loves “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Stranger Things”. Jordan cheered competitively for five years but quit to focus on school, family and friends. Jordan still loves to tumble every once in a while. Even though this school year will be different, she still is very excited to be on staff this year.