Every December, there are Christmas songs I hear so often that I recognize them almost immediately. Some have been favorites since childhood, while others are newer additions to my holiday playlist. And even after hearing certain songs countless times, I sometimes realize I don’t know much about the singers or the stories behind them.
I love Christmas music, and I’ve shared some of my favorite Christmas songs before. I’ve also created collections of Christmas trivia and December trivia, because I enjoy discovering interesting facts about the holidays just as much as celebrating them.
This time, I wanted to focus entirely on holiday music. This Christmas songs quiz has 20 multiple-choice questions about popular Christmas hits, famous singers, and familiar holiday classics. You’ll find a mix of older favorites and more recent songs, with most questions easy and a few that might make you think for a moment.
You don’t need to listen to audio or remember entire lyrics. Just choose one of the four answers, find out immediately whether you’re right, and see your final score out of 20. Can you get them all right?
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Christmas Songs Quiz: 20 Questions With Answers
Question 1 of 20
Mariah Carey’s biggest Christmas hit is about wanting someone special for the holidays instead of presents. What’s the song called?
Mariah Carey released All I Want for Christmas Is You in 1994. The song has become a modern holiday staple and returns to the charts each December.
Question 2 of 20
Which pop duo originally released the Christmas hit Last Christmas in 1984?
Wham!, the duo of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley, released Last Christmas in 1984. The song has since been covered by many artists.
Question 3 of 20
Who recorded the famous 1958 version of Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree?
Brenda Lee was just 13 when she recorded Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree in 1958. It finally topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 2023.
Question 4 of 20
What does the title of José Feliciano’s Christmas hit Feliz Navidad mean in English?
Feliz Navidad means Merry Christmas in Spanish. José Feliciano's 1970 hit mixes Spanish and English holiday wishes.
Question 5 of 20
Which Kelly Clarkson holiday song is about finding love instead of another gift under the Christmas tree?
Kelly Clarkson released Underneath the Tree in 2013 on her album Wrapped in Red. Its message is that being with someone special matters more than gifts.
Question 6 of 20
Which Christmas song is especially associated with Elvis Presley and describes feeling lonely during the holidays?
Elvis Presley recorded his famous version of Blue Christmas in 1957. The song's melancholy mood contrasts with many cheerful holiday hits.
Question 7 of 20
Ariana Grande released a Christmas song in 2014 about asking Santa whether a romantic relationship will last. Which one is it?
Ariana Grande released Santa Tell Me in 2014. It became one of her best-known holiday songs.
Question 8 of 20
Which singer is most closely associated with the classic recording of White Christmas?
Bing Crosby introduced White Christmas in the 1942 movie Holiday Inn. His recording became one of the most famous holiday recordings ever made.
Question 9 of 20
Which Christmas song became a rock-and-roll holiday classic through Bobby Helms’s 1957 recording?
Bobby Helms recorded Jingle Bell Rock in 1957, giving Christmas music a catchy rock-and-roll feel.
Question 10 of 20
Justin Bieber’s 2011 Christmas hit is named after which holiday plant?
Mistletoe is a song from Justin Bieber's 2011 Christmas album Under the Mistletoe. It connects the holiday plant with Christmas romance.
Question 11 of 20
Which Christmas song, famously recorded by Nat King Cole, describes chestnuts roasting by a fire?
The Christmas Song was written by Mel Tormé and Robert Wells in 1945. Nat King Cole's recordings made it a holiday standard.
Question 12 of 20
Which singer released the holiday song Snowman on the album Everyday Is Christmas?
Sia released Snowman on her 2017 holiday album Everyday Is Christmas. It became one of the album's most recognizable tracks.
Question 13 of 20
Which Dean Martin Christmas-season favorite describes a warm fire indoors while snow continues falling outside?
Dean Martin recorded a well-known version of Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! in 1959. The song is about enjoying a cozy evening during snowy weather and doesn't mention Christmas.
Question 14 of 20
Which singer made It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year a holiday classic in the 1960s?
Andy Williams recorded It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for his 1963 Christmas album. His version remains a seasonal favorite.
Question 15 of 20
Taylor Swift released a Christmas song in 2019 inspired by a place where her family lived when she was growing up in Pennsylvania. What’s the song called?
Taylor Swift's Christmas Tree Farm draws on childhood memories of living on a Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania. She released it in 2019.
Question 16 of 20
Which singer released a hugely popular 2011 holiday album titled Christmas, featuring It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas and Holly Jolly Christmas?
Michael Bublé released his album Christmas in 2011. It includes his recordings of those songs and several other holiday standards.
Question 17 of 20
Which singer recorded the original 1963 holiday favorite Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)?
Darlene Love recorded Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) for the 1963 album A Christmas Gift for You from Phil Spector. Other artists have since covered it.
Question 18 of 20
Which former Beatle recorded the cheerful holiday song Wonderful Christmastime?
Paul McCartney released Wonderful Christmastime in 1979. It remains a familiar song on holiday playlists.
Question 19 of 20
Which 1960s girl group recorded the well-known version of Sleigh Ride on A Christmas Gift for You from Phil Spector?
The Ronettes recorded Sleigh Ride for the 1963 Christmas album produced by Phil Spector. Their version has remained a holiday favorite.
Question 20 of 20
Which Christmas song was recorded by John Lennon and Yoko Ono and includes a message of peace?
John Lennon and Yoko Ono released Happy Xmas (War Is Over) in 1971, featuring the Harlem Community Choir. The song combines Christmas greetings with a message of peace.
Your result
You got 0 out of 20
Some of these Christmas songs may be new to you, and others might deserve another listen. You have plenty of holiday favorites to rediscover!
You recognized several songs and performers! There are more festive favorites waiting for you on another round.
Nice work! You know a good mix of holiday music, even if a few singers and song titles slipped your mind.
Great score! You remembered plenty of Christmas hits, including some across different generations.
Excellent! You came very close to a perfect score. Your Christmas playlist knowledge is impressive.
Every single answer right! You know your Christmas classics and modern holiday hits. Share your score and challenge a friend!
How Many Christmas Songs Did You Recognize?
So, how did you do? Did you recognize most of the songs and singers, or did a few questions catch you out?
One thing I love about Christmas music is that songs from completely different generations are still played together every year. You can hear something recorded decades ago followed by a much newer hit, and both feel like part of Christmas.
If you enjoyed this Christmas music quiz and want a longer challenge, I also have 200 Christmas song trivia questions with answers. That collection includes traditional carols, classic recordings, modern hits, and questions that gradually get harder.
Make It a Christmas Music Trivia Game
This quiz is also a good choice for a Christmas party, family gathering, or an evening with friends. Everyone can play separately and compare scores, or one person can read the questions aloud while the others choose their answers.
If you’re organizing a Christmas music trivia game, you can divide everyone into teams and award one point for each correct answer. With 20 questions, it’s easy to keep score, and the mix of older and newer songs gives people of different ages a chance to contribute.
You can also use it as a name for a Christmas song quiz, asking players to identify the song from a clue before revealing the four answer choices. For questions about singers, see who can name the performer without any help.
More Christmas Quizzes to Play
If you’d like to keep playing, I have two more interactive Christmas quizzes that cover different topics.
My Christmas quiz for adults has 25 questions about Christmas traditions, decorations, festive food, and celebrations worldwide. It’s mostly easy, with a few questions that may surprise you.
And if you enjoy holiday films, try the Christmas Movies Quiz. It includes 25 questions about familiar favorites such as Home Alone, Elf, and The Santa Clause, with instant answers and a final score.
Between these three quizzes, you have 70 questions covering Christmas music, movies, and general holiday knowledge. You could even turn them into three separate rounds for a Christmas trivia night.
And if you’re looking for more ways to enjoy the season, I’ve put together things to do in December, with ideas for cozy days at home, outings, and activities with friends or family. I also have a collection of December quotes for holiday messages, social media captions, and those moments when you want the right words.
Conclusion
I hope you had fun with this Christmas songs quiz! I included songs many people have heard for years, along with a few questions about newer hits and singers you might not immediately remember.
If you didn’t get the score you wanted, you can always play again. And you can challenge someone who loves Christmas music as much as you do to see who gets the highest score.
Now I’m curious: What’s the one Christmas song you never get tired of hearing?
Christmas Songs Quiz FAQs
What songs are included in this Christmas songs quiz?
The quiz covers 20 familiar Christmas songs, including classics such as White Christmas, Jingle Bell Rock, and Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, along with newer hits by Mariah Carey, Ariana Grande, Kelly Clarkson, and other popular artists. The questions focus on song titles, performers, and recognizable music facts.
Do I need to listen to music to play this Christmas song quiz?
No. This is a text-based Christmas music quiz with 20 multiple-choice questions. Each question provides a clue or asks about a familiar recording or performer, so you don’t need audio clips or a music player.
Is this Christmas song quiz easy or difficult?
The quiz was created for casual Christmas music fans. It has 16 easy questions, three medium questions, and one slightly harder question. You don’t need specialist music knowledge or the ability to remember exact song lyrics.
Does the Christmas song quiz include answers?
Yes. Every question has four possible answers and one correct answer. After you choose, you’ll see whether you were right, along with a short explanation. At the end of the quiz, you’ll receive a score out of 20 and can replay to see whether you can improve it.
Can I use this as a holiday music quiz for a Christmas party?
Yes. You can play individually, compare scores, or read the questions aloud for a group game. The mix of classic Christmas recordings and modern holiday hits suits adults, families, and mixed-age Christmas gatherings.
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