Get In The Spirit: The Top 10 Highest-Earning Christmas Songs On Spotify

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It’s just about that time of year again! That’s right, it’s almost the joyous period of the year where we spend extended time with our loved ones, reminisce about nostalgic moments and experience the gift of gratitude. More than likely, this is all taking place while iconic holiday tracks ring off in the background. 

With millions of streams each year, these festive hits have become mainstays in holiday playlists around the world, generating significant income for their artists. As the holiday season approaches, a new report by music experts at Playlist Name AI has revealed which Christmas classics are not only spreading cheer but are also raking in the most earnings on Spotify.

The study analyzed 100 of the most popular Christmas songs and gathered the number of streams from Spotify. The earnings were then calculated by multiplying the number of streams by the average Spotify payout of $0.004. They were then ranked to find the highest-earning tracks. 

A spokesperson from Playlist Name AI commented, “these top-earning Christmas songs showcase both the enduring appeal of classic holiday music and the rising popularity of newer hits. As streaming continues to grow, these festive favorites are likely to keep spreading cheer—and generating significant earnings—each holiday season.” 

Check out the list of the top-earning Christmas songs on Spotify below. Let us know what you think of it and if any of the songs listed surprise you.