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Christmas Songs To Cover – Find A Christmas Song

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Song Overview

Title: Christmas Together
Version: Coffee House / Acoustic Cover

This song leans into a warm, intimate holiday feel rather than big, glossy Christmas pop. It sounds designed for cozy spaces, coffee shops, winter playlists, background holiday ambiance, while still keeping a strong emotional center.

Genre

  • Primary: Acoustic / Coffee House Christmas
  • Secondary: Indie Folk · Singer-Songwriter · Adult Contemporary Holiday

It avoids novelty or children’s Christmas vibes and instead feels sincere, mature, and reflective.

Style & Feel

  • Laid-back, intimate acoustic arrangement
  • Warm, close vocal delivery (feels like it’s being sung to someone, not at a crowd)
  • Emphasis on melody and emotion over production flash
  • Very playlist-friendly for:
  • Coffee shop holiday playlists
  • “Cozy Winter” / “Christmas Acoustic” playlists
  • Background holiday music that doesn’t overpower a room

This is the kind of Christmas song people don’t skip because it doesn’t demand attention, it earns it quietly.

Tempo (BPM)

  • Estimated BPM: ~68–74 BPM
  • Slow to mid-tempo, relaxed and steady
  • Sits comfortably in a gentle sway rather than a strict rhythmic pulse

Perfect for acoustic strumming, piano-led versions, or soft band arrangements.

Why It Works Well as a Cover Song

  • Simple, flexible structure
  • Melody is strong without being technically demanding
  • Lyrics and theme are universal and adaptable
  • Can be styled:
  • More folk
  • More pop
  • More jazzy
  • Even slightly country

That flexibility makes it ideal for multiple artist interpretations.

Famous Artists Who Would Sound Great Covering This

Acoustic / Indie Folk

  • Noah Kahan – Earthy, emotional delivery would fit perfectly
  • Bon Iver (stripped-down era) – Minimalist, haunting winter vibe
  • Iron & Wine – Soft, hushed warmth
  • The Paper Kites – Dreamy harmonies and gentle dynamics

Singer-Songwriter / Adult Contemporary

  • John Mayer (acoustic) – Especially his softer, intimate live style
  • Sara Bareilles – Would elevate the emotional core beautifully
  • Norah Jones – Jazz-leaning, warm holiday elegance

Indie Pop / Modern Holiday

  • Vance Joy – Light, heartfelt, playlist-friendly
  • Ed Sheeran (acoustic holiday style) – Mass-appeal without losing intimacy
  • Ben Rector – Emotional but accessible holiday storytelling

Country / Americana Crossover

  • Kacey Musgraves – Especially her Christmas-era tone
  • Chris Stapleton (acoustic) – Soulful, stripped-down power
  • Lady A (acoustic version) – Harmonies would shine here

Bottom Line

This song is not about being the loudest Christmas hit, it’s about being the one people leave on repeat while the room feels warm and calm. That makes it extremely attractive for:

  • Indie artists
  • Cover bands
  • Sync licensing (holiday cafés, lifestyle brands, winter scenes)
  • Streaming playlist placements

Listen to more available Christmas songs to cover with your band on Spotify

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