Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” would not let the Holiday SZN end without taking the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100. Carey’s Christmas classic has taken the top spot on the Hot 100 for the 13th total week.
The song takes the top spot on the chart following Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” holding down the top spot for two weeks.
Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas is You” drew 42.2 million streams and 26.1 million radio airplay audience impressions with 8,000 downloads in the last week. You can enjoy the classic video below.
Every Monday, Billboard unveils the top 10 songs on the latest Hot 100 chart. The most recent rankings, for the chart dated December 23, are out now, so let’s run down who had this week’s biggest hits.
10. Dean Martin — “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow!”
The holiday music takeover is nearly complete as this Dean Martin classic rounds out this week’s top 10.
This is the first time in the top 10 this holiday season for The Ronettes as “Sleigh Ride” bounds from No. 14 last week to No. 8 now.
7. Andy Williams — “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year”
Williams had a modest ascent this week, up from No. 8 to No. 7, with his 1963 Christmas hit.
6. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
Once again, Harlow interrupts the holiday party as “Lovin On Me” remains in the top 10 despite the holly jolly season. Speaking of…
5. Burl Ives — “A Holly Jolly Christmas”
“A Holly Jolly Christmas” rose to No. 5 this week, so it’s now just one spot away from its all-time high at No. 4.
4. Wham! — “Last Christmas”
“Last Christmas,” meanwhile, holds steady at No. 4, a spot that represents its Hot 100 peak.
3. Bobby Helms — “Jingle Bell Rock”
Bobby Helms’ tune is also at its all-time high at No. 3, as there are two massive Christmas classics that keep getting in its way.
2. Brenda Lee — “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree”
This has been a historic holiday season for Brenda Lee, who managed to hold off Mariah Carey’s timeless hit from reaching No. 1 for two chart-topping weeks. The tides have turned now, though.
1. Mariah Carey — “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
After Lee’s temporary roadblock, Carey is back at No. 1 for a fifth consecutive holiday season, although this means the two have combined for a joint record: This is the first time two holiday songs have been No. 1 in a single holiday season. This is the 13th total week at No. 1 for “All I Want For Christmas Is You.”
This week’s #Hot100 top 10 (chart dated Dec. 23, 2023).
Every Monday, Billboard unveils the top 10 songs on the latest Hot 100 chart. The most recent rankings, for the chart dated December 16, are out now, so let’s run down who had this week’s biggest hits.
10. Doja Cat — “Paint The Town Red”
The Hot 100 is certainly painted red (and green) this week, thanks to the holiday songs coming up next on this list. Doja’s hit is among the few non-holiday tunes hanging around this week’s top 10, though.
8. Andy Williams — “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year”
Williams’ Christmas classic has helped him make some history: As Billboard notes, “The late singer now sports a record span of 64 years, two months, and one week from his first week in the top 10 with ‘Lonely Street’ in October 1959 through his latest frame.”
7. Taylor Swift — “Cruel Summer”
Even through the holiday rush, Swift is unstoppable, as she remains in the top 10 with a song that was originally released in 2019 but has become a gigantic hit here in 2023.
6. Burl Ives — “A Holly Jolly Christmas”
Ives is one of the holiday regulars, as “A Holly Jolly Christmas” routinely returns to the charts. Its previous peak was at No. 4, so let’s see if it’s able to top that this year.
5. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
In terms of non-holiday songs, Harlow is No. 1 this week with “Lovin On Me,” which previously became the rapper’s third No. 1 single (Christmas classic or otherwise).
4. Wham! — “Last Christmas”
“Last Christmas” has so far peaked at No. 4 on the Hot 100 and the enduring 1984 favorite finds itself back at that personal-best summit this week.
3. Bobby Helms — “Jingle Bell Rock”
The same is true for Helms in terms of re-achieving its previous peak. It’s also the oldest song of the holiday bunch, as it was originally released in 1957.
2. Mariah Carey — “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
Carey has gotten used to having the No. 1 Christmas song of the past few years, but so far during this holiday season, she hasn’t been able to reclaim the No. 1 spot on the Hot 100.
1. Brenda Lee — “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree”
So far, the setlist for the tour is filled with fans’ favorite holiday tracks, including Carey’s record-setting song “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” However, yesterday’s show offered a little surprise. As Carey prepared to sing “Oh Santa!” she was joined onstage by EGOT holder Jennifer Hudson and Ariana Grande. The powerhouse trio spiced things up, delivering the remix version of a song initially released in 2020.
Following the performance, Carey took to Instagram to thank her collaborators for making a cheerful cameo during the show, writing, “Grateful to have the gorgeous and talented Christmas angels Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson join me on stage tonight at Madison Square Garden for our song ‘Oh Santa! (Remix)’ .”
Every Monday, Billboard unveils the top 10 songs on the latest Hot 100 chart. The most recent rankings, for the chart dated December 9, are out now, so let’s run down who had this week’s biggest hits.
10. Andy Williams — “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year”
A couple Christmas songs made it onto last week’s Hot 100, but now that Thanksgiving is behind us, they’re out in force. Six of this week’s top 10 songs are vintage holiday tunes, including this Andy Williams classic from 1963.
9. SZA — “Snooze”
After peaking at No. 2 previously, “Snooze” is just barely hanging around the top 10, but it’s still No. 1 on the Hot R&B Songs chart for an 18th week.
8. Doja Cat — “Paint The Town Red”
While Doja’s hit fell down from No. 3 last week, it’s No. 1 on the latest Radio Songs chart for the first time this week.
7. Taylor Swift — “Cruel Summer”
We’re heading into winter and a summer song is still sticking around, although it’s down significantly from last week’s rank at No. 2.
6. Burl Ives — “A Holly Jolly Christmas”
The ’50s and ’60s appear to be the golden age for Christmas music, as this 1964 Burl Ives tune is routinely an end-of-year favorite and rose from No. 16 to enter the top 10 this week.
5. Wham! — “Last Christmas”
Some newer (not “new,” but “newer”) holiday tunes have some gas this week, too, as Wham’s 1984 classic “Last Christmas” is in the middle of the pack of this week’s top 10.
4. Bobby Helms — “Jingle Bell Rock”
Presenting the oldest song in this week’s top 10: Helms’ recording of “Jingle Bell Rock” was originally released all the way back in 1957.
3. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
“Lovin On Me” became Harlow’s third No. 1 single last week, but it couldn’t hold off two titanic holiday tracks as it slides down to No. 3.
2. Mariah Carey — “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
Carey’s iconic Christmas tune is usually the one leading the post-Thanksgiving charge, but there’s a new sheriff in town this week.
1. Brenda Lee — “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree”
When Brenda Lee released “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” in November 1958, she probably never imagined that it would be the No. 1 song in the country a whopping 65 years later. Now, though, a song that’s nearly as old as the Hot 100 chart itself (the chart launched in August 1958) has gone No. 1 here in 2023.
The song was previously a regular “All I Want For Christmas Is You” sidekick in the holiday music resurgence: It spent nine weeks at No. 2 on the Hot 100 between December 2019 and the 2022-2023 holiday season. In fact, now that the track has risen to No. 1, it has tied the record for most weeks at No. 2 before ascending to No. 1, a record it shares with Billie Eilish’s “Bad Guy.” (Also like Eilish, Lee started her music career as a child star: She recorded “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” when she was only 13 years old.)
“Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” is now just the third holiday song to ever go No. 1, after Carey’s hit and “The Chipmunk Song” by The Chipmunks with David Seville. The song is also Lee’s third career chart-topper, following “I’m Sorry” and “I Want To Be Wanted,” both in 1960. Furthermore, at 78 years old, Lee is now the senior-most artist with a No. 1 single of all time, beating the record previously held by Louis Armstrong, who was 62 when “Hello, Dolly!” topped the chart in 1964.
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Now that we’re in the first full week of December, it’s officially time for Christmas music to start taking over. If you don’t have a holiday playlist going yet, we’re here to help.
What are the best streaming Christmas songs on Spotify?
As of right now, the answer lies in Spotify’s latest Daily Top Songs USA chart, dated December 3. It’s full of holiday songs that people across the country are listening to, and the entire top 5 is currently Christmas tunes: From No. 5 to No. 1, there’s Wham’s “Last Christmas,” Andy Williams’ “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year,” Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” Bobby Helms’ “Jingle Bell Rock,” and Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree.”
These are the rest of the holiday songs found in the chart’s top 50:
Dean Martin — “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!”
Burl Ives — “A Holly Jolly Christmas”
Michael Bublé — “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas”
Nat King Cole — “The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)”
Michael Bublé — “Holly Jolly Christmas”
Kelly Clarkson — “Underneath The Tree”
Perry Como, The Fontane Sisters, Mitchell Ayres & His Orchestra — “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas”
Frank Sinatra — “Jingle Bells”
Elvis Presley — “Blue Christmas”
Darlene Love — “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)”
Nat King Cole — “Deck The Halls”
Frank Sinatra and B. Swanson Quartet — “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!”
Chuck Berry — “Run Rudolph Run”
Justin Bieber — “Mistletoe”
The Beach Boys — “Little Saint Nick”
Eartha Kitt and Henri René And His Orchestra — “Santa Baby”
Bing Crosby and The Andrews Sisters — “Mele Kalikamaka (Merry Christmas)”
If all that’s still not enough, check out the full chart here. Spotify also has an official “Christmas Classics” playlist you can stream below or here.
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Streaming services have become the way the majority of fans consume the music they love these days, and Spotify is the clear leader in the streaming space. That makes their tracking data significant, and fortunately, the company maintains the terrific Spotify Charts website. Their Weekly Top Songs charts can serve as a useful complement to the Billboard Hot 100 and offer further insight into what music is currently making music fans move.
Take a look at the the top 10 songs on the latest Weekly Top Songs USA chart (for the tracking week ending November 23) below. Check out the full top 200 list here, and if you’re curious about what the entire world is listening to, find the Weekly Top Songs Global chart here.
10. Tate McRae — “Greedy”
McRae is just barely hanging around the top 10 this week, but zooming out, “Greedy” is No. 1 on the global Spotify chart right now and has been for 11 weeks.
9. Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves — “I Remember Everything”
Bryan and Musgraves’ hit had a significant fall this week from last week, when it was all the way up at No. 2. The reason behind the descent will become clear shortly.
7. Andy Williams — “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year”
Pretty much the instant Thanksgiving was over, the music listening public clearly turned its attention to holiday music, as Andy Williams’ timeless classic is one of a handful of Christmas tunes in this week’s top 10.
6. Wham! — “Last Christmas – Single Version”
Here’s another! There’s a select roster of holiday staples that surge up the charts annually, and “Last Christmas” has consistently been one of them.
5. Mitski — “My Love Mine All Mine”
Some tracks are still managing to break through the snow, though, like Mitski’s “My Love Mine All Mine,” which is actually the only non-holiday song in the top 10 this week to not move down in the ranks, holding steady at No. 5.
4. Bobby Helms — “Jingle Bell Rock”
“Jingle Bell Rock” is a remarkable 66 years old, and here we are, still enjoying the track like it’s 1957.
3. Mariah Carey — “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas” is usually the holiday headliner, but at least on the USA Spotify chart this week, there’s a new sheriff in town.
2. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
Harlow managed to capture the No. 1 spot last week, and while he managed to outperform most of the holiday music, there was still one track able to beat him.
1. Brenda Lee — “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree”
With over 12.2 million Spotify streams in the US, Brenda Lee’s 1958 favorite is on top this week. It looks like the song might even challenge “All I Want For Christmas Is You” for the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100, too.
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Every Monday, Billboard unveils the top 10 songs on the latest Hot 100 chart. The most recent rankings, for the chart dated December 2, are out now, so let’s run down who had this week’s biggest hits.
10. Tyla — “Water”
What a breakout year for Tyla: The South African artist has herself a breakout hit with “Water,” and now it is one of only relatively few songs ever to find itself in the top 10 of the Hot 100, after rising from No. 15 last week. Remixes with Marshmello and Travis Scott released on November 17 gave the track the boost it needed this frame.
9. Taylor Swift — “Is It Over Now? (Taylor’s Version) [From The Vault]”
8. Brenda Lee — “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree”
The holiday season really makes time irrelevant: Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” celebrates its 65th anniversary this year, and here the Christmas classic is in the top 10 of the Hot 100.
7. Tate McRae — “Greedy”
Like Tyla, McRae just had her first top 10, although “Greedy” achieved the feat last week. Now, its success continues as the song rises up a spot from No. 8 to No. 7.
Bryan and Musgraves’ collab has been a multi-genre force over the past few months: Aside from maintaining a Hot 100 presence, it’s currently No. 1 on the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs and Hot Rock Songs charts for a 13th week and on the Hot Country Songs for a ninth.
5. SZA — “Snooze”
“Snooze” is thriving right now, as SZA’s hit remains in the top 5 of the Hot 100 while leading the Hot R&B Songs chart for a 17th week.
4. Mariah Carey — “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
Yes, it’s starting again. Every year, Carey’s 1994 holiday hit had a major leap this week, rising from No. 17 all the way to No. 4. At this point, it’s appears to be only a matter of time before the frosty favorite reclaims the top spot for yet another holiday season.
3. Doja Cat — “Paint The Town Red”
It’s appropriate a song about the color red is thriving on the first December-dated Hot 100, but that’s not new, as it’s been at or near the top of the chart for some time now.
2. Taylor Swift — “Cruel Summer”
After spending five total weeks at No. 1 so far, Swift’s revived 2019 hit is taking a break from the throne as it slides down to No. 2 this week, thanks to a surging newcomer.
1. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
Last week, Harlow’s “Lovin On Me” was the chart’s biggest debut at No. 2. Now, it has managed to knock Swift off the top spot and rise to No. 1, becoming the rapper’s third career No. 1 single (following “First Class” and the Lil Nas X collab “Industry Baby”).
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Mariah Carey, synonymous with stellar vocal range and chart-topping hits, has remained iconic in the music industry for decades. As of 2023, her estimated net worth stands at a staggering $350 million USD, according to Celebrity Net Worth, marking her as one of the most successful and affluent artists in the realm of pop and R&B music. This impressive fortune is a testament to her enduring talent and business acumen, and in this article, we delve into the various facets that contribute to Mariah Carey’s immense wealth.
Born on March 27, 1970, in Huntington, New York, Mariah Carey’s journey to stardom began with her eponymous debut album in 1990. The album soared to the top of the charts, propelled by her five-octave vocal range and captivating stage presence. This marked the start of a glittering career over three decades, cementing her status as a music legend.
Record Sales & Music Royalties
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 09: Mariah Carey performs onstage during the 2018 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on October 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John Shearer/AMA2018/Getty Images For dcp)
A significant portion of Carey’s net worth stems from her record sales. With over 200 million records sold worldwide, she is one of the best-selling music artists ever. Her albums, including Music Box, Daydream, and Butterfly, have achieved multi-platinum status, contributing substantially to her wealth. Additionally, her songwriting and producing credits on most songs mean she earns considerable royalties, further bolstering her financial standing.
Carey’s perennial holiday classic, “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” continues to be a lucrative asset. The song, released in 1994, has become an annual holiday anthem, earning her substantial royalties every festive season. Its enduring popularity ensures a steady income stream, adding to her already impressive net worth.
Concert Tours & Residencies
AUSTRALIA – JANUARY 01: Photo of Mariah CAREY (Photo by Bob King/Redferns)
Mariah Carey’s live performances are another major contributor to her fortune. Her concert tours, known for their extravagance and vocal prowess, have been highly successful. Additionally, her Las Vegas residency, Mariah #1 to Infinity, was a commercial hit, further amplifying her earnings. These live performances showcase her talent and significantly enhance her income.
Carey’s influence extends beyond music. Her endorsement deals and business ventures have played a crucial role in building her fortune. Collaborations with top brands, fragrance lines, and her participation in various television projects, including her stint as a judge on ‘American Idol,’ have diversified her income sources and contributed to her massive net worth.
Like many celebrities, Mariah Carey has invested in real estate. Owning several luxurious properties across the globe, these investments have provided her with lavish living spaces and serve as a wise financial strategy, contributing to her overall wealth.
Philanthropy & Personal Life
Mariah Carey accepts the Billboard Chart Achievement Award for “All I Want For Christmas Is You” alongside her children, Monroe Cannon and Moroccan Scott Cannon at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards at Culver Studios in Culver City, California. The show airs on November 19, 2023 on BBMAs.watch. (Photo by Gilbert Flores/Penske Media via Getty Images)
While amassing her fortune, Carey has also been known for her philanthropic efforts. She supports various charitable organizations, demonstrating that her wealth extends beyond monetary value into making a positive impact on society.
Mariah Carey’s net worth of $350 million in 2023 reflects her unparalleled success in the music industry and her wise business choices. Her journey is an inspiring tale of talent, perseverance, and business savvy, from record-breaking albums to profitable tours, lucrative endorsements, and wise investments. As she continues to enchant audiences worldwide, Mariah Carey remains not just a musical icon but a formidable force in the entertainment industry.
Brenda Lee isn’t a name younger music fans may be familiar with, but thanks to TikTok’s trending sounds, they certainly know her breakout smash “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree.”
When did Brenda Lee release “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree?”
The track, which was written by Johnny Marks, was originally recorded on October 19, 1958, when Lee was just 13. However, it wasn’t released in the United States until November 24. In December 1962, the song was promoted in the United Kingdom. Since the song is a bop that keeps giving, on November 3, 2023, Lee, now 78, shared the official video for the staple song.
During an interview with Billboard, Lee spoke about the record’s longevity. “It’s crazy to be shopping in a department store and hearing yourself sing at the same time. It’s pretty surreal,” she said. Not that she’s complaining: “It’s just been a wonderful, wonderful gift.”
Later in the conversation, Lee joked about Mariah Carey dethroning her as the top holiday song with “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” “She’s knocked me off [the top],” she said. “I wanna tell my folks, get out there. We gotta get ‘Rockin” back up there! But I will say, you go, Mariah! I love that song.”
Watch the official video for Brenda Lee’s song “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” above.
Mariah Carey, Ariana Grande e Jennifer Hudson cantando “Oh Santa!” em show. 
