Christmas Music: New Holiday Songs Have Trouble Becoming Hits
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Christmas music classics rise to the top every year, meaning new holiday songs have trouble becoming hits against Mariah Carey, Bing Crosby and more.
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Behind the Song Lyrics: White Christmas by Irving Berlin
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10 Festive (and Brand-New) Holiday Songs - The New York Times
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Christmas Music: New Holiday Songs Have Trouble Becoming Hits
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Listen to David Foster's new Christmas song with Katharine McPhee
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Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree' is No. 1 on the Billboard Hot
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50+ Best Newer Christmas Songs 2023 - New Holiday Music - Parade
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Best Christmas Songs: 100 Holiday Classics – Billboard
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