These are the most successful Christmas songs in Germany - These are the most successful Christmas songs in Germany
Christmas songs have left a lasting mark on Germany’s music charts over the years. Some tracks have broken records, while others have remained popular for decades after their release. From Mariah Carey’s chart dominance to classic hits from the 1980s, these festive tunes continue to sell and stream in huge numbers.
Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You holds the record for the most weeks at number one in Germany, with 22 weeks. This surpasses the previous record of 21 weeks, set by Komet by Apache 207 and Udo Lindenberg. The song’s enduring popularity has made it a seasonal staple.
Band Aid’s *Do They Know It’s Christmas?* also topped the German charts, selling 250,000 copies. In 2014, a German version by Band Aid 30 Germany reached number one again. Meanwhile, Boney M.’s *Mary’s Boy Child – Oh My Lord* is one of only four Christmas songs to ever hit the top spot in the country. Other festive tracks have achieved long chart runs without always reaching number one. *Last Christmas* by Wham!, released on December 3, 1984, peaked at number seven but has sold over 500,000 singles. Frankie Goes to Hollywood’s *The Power of Love* spent 34 weeks on the charts, peaking at number four. Ella Endlich’s *Küss mich, halt mich, lieb mich* holds the record for the longest chart stay among Christmas songs, with 59 weeks, though it only reached number twelve. Some songs found success years after their original release. Chris Rea’s *Driving Home for Christmas* peaked at number three in 2002, 14 years after it first came out. Melanie Thornton’s *Wonderful Dream (Holidays Are Coming)* also reached number three and has sold over 250,000 copies. Pentatonix’s *Hallelujah* hit number four and sold 200,000 copies, while Sarah Connor’s *Christmas in My Heart* spent 16 weeks on the charts, peaking at number four. Slade’s *Merry Xmas Everybody* and Jona Lewie’s *Stop the Cavalry* also had strong runs, spending 17 and 30 weeks on the charts, respectively.
These songs demonstrate how Christmas music remains a key part of Germany’s festive season. Many tracks continue to sell and chart long after their initial release, proving their lasting appeal. Their success reflects both nostalgia and ongoing demand for holiday-themed music.
