Oh yes, they do exist — Carey’s got two Christmas albums under her belt: Merry Christmas, which just got a 2019 deluxe anniversary edition, and Merry Christmas II You, which includes an “extra festive” version of “All I Want For Christmas (Is You),” FYI — and we’re happy to help you find them.
For your Christmas playlist throw in a few of Carey’s perhaps lesser-known festive songs like a Santa-centric bop from this decade and a sweet birthday song for Jesus. Add a few covers of holiday staples, including a duet with her opera singer mum, or some other Carey originals that should get you in the Christmas spirit. At the very least, these will definitely make your next Mariah Carey-oake Christmass party a bit more interesting.
12. “Oh Santa!”
This was Carey’s attempt at recreating some of that “All I Want For Christmas” magic complete with a cheer section. While it might not have reached those heights, this Merry Christmas II You single is a sweet treat.
11. “Jesus Born On This Day”
Flanked by some very adorable singing children, Carey celebrates her reason for the season in this live rendition of the Merry Christmas track.
10. “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)”
You will follow Mimi wherever she goes after hearing her take on this Darlene Love classic.
9. “When Christmas Comes” feat. John Legend
This horn-laden Carey-penned duet with Chrissy Teigen’s husband will make you wish it was Christmas all year round.
8. “Joy To The World”
Let Earth receive her Christmas music queen.
7. “Christmas Time Is In The Air Again”
Carey channels her inner Nat King Cole for this jazzy original that sounds like a throwback.
6. “Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town (Anniversary Mix)”
Carey pumps up the drum and bass for this Motown rendition of the kid’s classic.
5. “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing/Gloria (In Excelsis Deo)”
It’s easy to see why people believe in a higher power after hearing Carey sing this hymn.
4. “Sugar Plum Fairy Introlude (Acapella)”
Sure, you’ve heard this Nutcracker staple, but you’ve definitely never heard it like this. Carey uses her voice to mimic the sounds of the strings and celesta, hitting notes so high it’s hard to believe anyone but dogs could hear them.
3. “Jesus Oh What A Wonderful Child”
Let Carey take you to church where she’ll tell you what an upstanding kid JC is. Seriously, Mary and Joseph should be proud.
2. “Charlie Brown Christmas”
Sorry Charlie, but the Peanuts could never do what this elusive chanteuse can.
1. “O Come All Ye Faithful/Hallelujah Chorus” feat. Patricia Carey
What’s better than one Carey? Well, two of course. Mariah’s opera singer mum joins her on this classic that has mom and daughter battling for who has a more impressive range. Let’s just call it a tie.
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