10. Do You Hear What I Hear?
In third grade, I played the star in the Mt. Washington Elementary Christmas play. By that, I mean that I wore a sweatsuit with stars on it and carried the Star of Bethlehem on a pole. This was the song playing when I walked out, so it holds a dear place in my heart.
9. Mary, Did You Know?
If you have ever seen the Christmas play at First Baptist Church in Mt. Washington, then this may be one of your favorites, too. Every year, I looked forward to Eric Rouse singing this song. They stopped doing the Christmas play last year, so I will probably never hear his wonderful rendition again. :(
8. Merry Christmas from the Family
I was listening to the Dixie Chicks version of this song before I was even old enough to be allowed to hear it. It's hilarious and sort of reminds me of my extended family.
7. O Come All Ye Faithful
This is another song I learned from being in the elementary Christmas plays. I also loved when Hanson sang it in a Christmas medley. Anything that Hanson sings is okay in my book.
6. I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
This song says the word "peace" a lot. I like peace. I also like Casting Crowns singing this song.
5. New Again
I'm not really sure if it's a Christmas song, but it's on Sara Evans' Christmas CD and on the radio this time of year. The message is amazing and it's a beautiful song. Also, I sang it at Calvary's Christmas 10:55 with some incredibly talented musicians, so that was awesome.
4. Little Drummer Boy
This has been a favorite since I was super young. I love when Josh Groban sings it. It is also Angela's (The Office) all-time favorite song and my mom's favorite Christmas song.
3. Breath of Heaven
This song is just so pretty and another favorite from First Baptist's Christmas play. The Jessica Simpson version is horrible, though. Always go for Amy Grant.
2. O Holy Night
I almost always get chills from this song. The Barlow Girl version is amazing, but I like this song no matter who sings it.
1. Carol of the Bells
Nothing gets me in the Christmas spirit like Trans-Siberian Orchestra's "Carol of the Bells". When I hear this song, I know I'm ready for Christmas. Nothing can beat this one. Except maybe hearing it live. Hopefully that will happen next year.
