Christmas is just around the corner with new holiday songs in Spanish or Spanglish, originals or covers, and more than one album. That’s despite must-see classics like José Feliciano’s Feliz Navidad (which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2020) still making the top 10 list. advertising billboardArtists like Maria Becerra and Thalia on the Holiday 100 have new albums to add to your playlist this holiday season.
The former released a bilingual version of the American classic “Jingle Bell Rocks,” adding Spanish verses to Bobby Helms’ vocals on the iconic 1957 original recording to create a haunting A refreshing duet. The latter released a six-song EP melancholy christmasCollaborated with Marcos Witt, it incorporates rhythms such as bachata and cumbia, and combines pop and Christian music.
“This album was born out of my need to preserve my childhood memories and transform them into memories full of joy, hope and strength to live my life with confidence on these special days,” Thalia told The Verge in October one Instagram post read.
The Latin music program this Christmas is diverse, with songs to dance to, reflect on or enjoy with family or friends. David Bisbal is one of those releasing a full-length album, dropping a 10-song set Everything is possible at Christmas, It includes an original song of the same name as well as Spanish-language versions of American classics. And Luis Angel “El Flaco” — comes with a deluxe edition of his 2021 LP Merry Christmashe added three new songs – as well as Venezuelan musician Beet Acosta, whose glowing Christmas Express EP.
For those who are far away from loved ones, Joaquina captures the feeling of nostalgia in the song “Airport.” In “Maria”, Ricardo Montaner beautifully tells the story of Jesus’ birth from his mother’s perspective, to the rhythm of bachata.
Helpless romantics can enjoy Zhamira Zambrano and Jay Wheeler performing a wonderful version of “Santa Claus,” while another Latin musical couple, Camilo Camilo and Evaluna recorded “Navidad en Cada Corner (It’s Starting to Look Like Christmas).”
DJ Deorro’s “Querido Santa Claus,” and Ryan Castro, Juanes, and SOG’s “Chucu Chucu” brought laughter and fun to the festival, while Lupita Infante spread her joy with “¡Navidad!” Navidad! Mix.
Below, enjoy our list of Latin Christmas songs and albums released in 2024.
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Beet Acosta, Christmas Express
Venezuelan musician Beet Acosta presents a cheerful EP for Christmas, full of tropical vibes with a touch of urban fusion and beautiful arrangements. The project consists of some original songs and some interludes released weekly, such as “Mi Muñeca,” “Jolidey” and “Joy to the World.” This Sunday, when the final song is released, it will all be focused on ” Christmas Express.
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Camilo and Evaruna, “Christmas around every corner”
Camilo and Evaluna team up to create the Amazon Music Original “Navidad en Cada Esquina (It’s Starting to Look Like Christmas),” a tropical version of the American classic that retains the nostalgia of the original and combines it with a unique signature sound and the styles of both artists. The couple also recorded an informal live acoustic version, which can be viewed on YouTube.
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David Bisbal, Everything is possible at Christmas
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David Bisbal released Everything is possible at Christmasa 10-song album that includes the first single of the same name, co-written by the artist himself, as well as Spanish-language versions of American classics such as “Blanca Navidad (White Christmas),” “Te Deseo Muy Felices Fiestas (Merry Christmas to You)” and “Siempre te recordaré (Always On My Mind)” and so on. Produced by Cheche Alara, the show’s beautiful orchestral music and Bisbal’s warm voice create the ideal atmosphere for the holidays.
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De Oro “Dear Santa”
DJ and producer Deorro combines traditional Christmas music with modern EDM and Latin beats and sweet, fun lyrics. “Querido Santa Claus” is performed in the voice of a child who writes a letter to Santa Claus not asking for gifts for himself, but in a playful way asking for gifts for his family.
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Holy “Christmas”
Puerto Rican artist Divino, known for his reggaeton ballad “Pobre Corazón,” has added an original Christmas song to his repertoire. “Navidad” has a magical touch to its instrumentation and feel-good lyrics about the importance of peace and unity during the holidays. “I wrote this song with our children in mind, not just Puerto Ricans, but children of all cultures,” the singer said in a press statement.
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Elena feat. Christian Nieves and Fabiola Muñoz, “Stay with me this Christmas”
Puerto Rican singer and songwriter ELENA returns with a new version of her 2023 single “Quédate Conmigo esta Navidad,” a song that highlights the richness of Puerto Rican tradition and culture, now infused with the distinctive sounds of Puerto Rican cuatro .
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Guayna, Aguinaldo
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Guaynaa released a four-song EP titled Aguinaldo (meaning “Christmas Bonus”) to celebrate the holiday. Produced by Andy Clay, the Puerto Rican artist pays homage to three salsa classics with an original tune: Lalo Rodriguez’s “Ven Devórame Otra Vez “; “Lobo Domesticado” by Tommy Olivencia; and “Cinco Noches” by Paquito Gomez. Meanwhile, “La Esencia del Guagancó” is his own creation – ready for your holiday carnival This year.
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Joaquina “Airport”
In her new single “Aeropuerto,” Joaquina captures the joy of memory and nostalgia for the family she left behind when she immigrated. “The house remains the same, as if time has stopped / The same tiles the grandchildren ran on at Christmas,” part of the lyrics goes. “Every time we meet, the wrinkles on your face deepen/As the years go by, my cousins grow up.” This is a beautiful and sensitive song, perfect for anyone celebrating Christmas away from their loved ones.
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Luis Angel “El Flaco”, Merry Christmas Deluxe Edition
Banda singer Luis Angel “El Flaco” releases deluxe edition of his 2021 album Merry Christmaswith three additional tracks, including two versions of the popular song and “Santa Plis,” the only original song on the project. The lead single of the work is “Amarga Navidad” written by José Alfredo Jiménez, which has been covered by many Mexican singers over the years.
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Lupita Infante, “Christmas!” Christmas! “Remix”
Mexican music star Lupita Infante releases “¡ Navidad! Navidad! Remix,” an updated version of the 2019 song from her Christmas album joy and hopewhich will have everyone singing and dancing: “Light up your hearts, Christmas is coming/Let joy fill all the streets of my town.”
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Maria Becerra, “Jingle Bells”
Maria Becerra has released a bilingual version of her Christmas classic “Jingle Bell Rock,” in which she provides new verses in Spanish. Originally written by Joe Beal and Jim Boothe and sung by American singer Bobby Helms, the song debuted in 1957 and has been covered by many artists.
According to a press release, this new reinterpretation is the idea of producer and composer Jason Nevins, who was inspired by Natalie and Nat “King” Cole Inspired by Nat “King” Cole’s iconic duet on “Unforgettable,” the proposal was to pair Helms’ original voice with the Argentinian star’s name. The result is delightful and refreshing.
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Ricardo Montaner “Maria”
Ricardo Montaner releases a Christmas song “Maria” with a bachata rhythm. Written by the artist himself and produced by Sergio Giorgio, the song reflects on the story of Jesus’ birth from his mother’s perspective.
“‘Maria’ is my Christmas song,” Montana said in a statement. “I imagined Mary, when she received the news that she would be the mother of a great king. I imagined the responsibility she would have felt, and how disoriented she would have been in the face of such a challenge. Who could have told her, who could have imagined .
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Ryan Castro, Juanes and SOG, “Chucu Chucu”
Urbano star Ryan Castro, rocker Juanes and hitmaker SOG teamed up to create this hilarious song that’ll have you laughing and dancing. “Chucu Chucu” combines the sounds of Antioquia with Castro’s unique urban rhythms, as Castro introduces his alter ego “Richie,” a character inspired by the culture of his region, He meets his cousin “Tonio”, played by Juanes, creating a new party song produced by SOG. With an equally fun video, the song will resonate well beyond Christmas.
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thalia, melancholy christmas
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exist melancholy christmasThalia evokes the joy and warmth of the holiday season through six songs that incorporate bachata, cumbia and other rhythms, creating a festive, inviting atmosphere for celebrating Christmas. The Mexican superstar gave fans a great gift with hits like “Nueva Navidad,” “Velitas” and “Al Mundo Paz.” Also noteworthy is “Nació La Luz,” a collaboration with singer-producer Marcos Witt where pop meets Christian music.
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Zamira Zambrano and Jay Wheeler “The Santa Clause”
Zhamira Zambrano and Jay Wheeler deliver the Christmas classic “Santa,” a sweet ballad that lets them each shine before harmonizing ’s finale unites their voices. The couple released the song along with a video performance inspired by the glamor of the ’60s and ’70s.
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