Music is an essential ingredient during Christmas. It can create a special atmosphere and remind us of our cultures. In Latin American countries we have hundreds of traditions that have been updated over the years, but the Christmas carols remain the same.

“Christmas of the Poor,” by Los Tigres del Norte; “Aires de Navidad,” by Hector Lavoe and Willie Colón; “Christmas Without You,” by Marco Antonio Solís and Los Bukis; and “The Fish in the River” by Pandora are just a few of the songs reminiscent of this holiday season, but which are the most popular?

The best Christmas songs in Spanish

My Sabanero burrito

This traditional Christmas carol has great international fame and was written by the talented Venezuelan Hugo César Blanco, with a cheerful rhythm that invites you to celebrate these special dates, as published by 925 Máxima.

Silent Night

One of the songs that create a Christmas atmosphere is ‘Silent Night’. This is a gentle melody, known in much of the world, with an entire soundtrack dedicated to sharing moments of peace and harmony with the family.

Traditional Ecuadorian Christmas carols to brighten up Advent

Merry christmas

A song that has even crossed the boundaries of language is “Feliz Navidad” by José Feliciano. The song has been winning hearts all over the world for years and has even been in the Top 10 of Billboard magazine, according to People magazine.

Sinterklaas arrived in town

The English adaptation of the classic “Santa Claus is coming to town” is by Luis Miguel, a renowned Mexican singer and great exponent of Latin American music. Her interpretation is unique as always and her voice gives a magical touch to this Christmas song.

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