Mariah Carey’s festive classic “All I Want for Christmas Is You” has secured the top position on the Billboard Hot 100 for an unprecedented 22nd week. This achievement coincides with a record-setting moment for holiday music, as seasonal songs dominate the entire top 24 positions of the chart, surpassing the previous record of songs holding the top 16 spots a year prior.
This latest chart data reflects the week leading up to Christmas Day, from December 19 to December 25, 2025. “All I Want for Christmas Is You” returned to No. 1 three weeks ago, marking its seventh holiday season at the pinnacle of the Hot 100. Released in November 1994 as part of Carey’s album Merry Christmas, the song gained traction on streaming platforms, first breaking into the top 10 in December 2017 and reaching the top five in the 2018 holiday season. Over the years, it has led the holiday charts for significant periods, including three weeks in 2019, two weeks in 2020, three weeks in 2021, four weeks in 2022, two weeks in 2023, and four weeks in 2024.
According to Luminate, which provides data for the Billboard charts, “All I Want for Christmas Is You” garnered 70.6 million streams during the tracking period, reflecting a 62% increase from the previous week. The song also attracted 38.3 million radio airplay audience impressions, a jump of 37%, alongside 5,000 downloads sold, representing a 45% rise.
Records and Milestones in Holiday Music
With this latest achievement, Carey adds to her remarkable record of 101 weeks at No. 1 on the Hot 100 across all her singles. This places her far ahead of the next closest artist, Rihanna, who has topped the chart for 60 weeks. Notably, Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” ranks as the longest-charting hit by a female artist, extending its run to a remarkable 79 weeks on the Hot 100.
The song also continues to lead the Billboard Holiday 100 chart, achieving its 71st week at the top since the chart’s inception in 2011. The dominance of holiday music this year is evident, as the top 24 songs on the Hot 100 consist solely of seasonal tracks.
Among the notable records, the late Andy Williams has extended his span of appearances in the Hot 100’s top 10 to an impressive 66 years, dating back to his first entry with “Lonely Street” in October 1959. The Ronettes have also made history, with a 62-year span since their hit “Be My Baby” reached the top tier in September 1963.
The Eagles, with their classic “Please Come Home for Christmas,” reached their highest position since 1981, while the Vince Guaraldi Trio’s “Cast Your Fate to the Wind” came close to its peak rank from 1963.
The highest-charting non-holiday hit this week is HUNTR/X’s “Golden,” which has fallen to No. 25 after an eight-week reign at No. 1 beginning in August. This track has also recently reached No. 1 on the Radio Songs chart, indicating its strong performance across multiple platforms.
As the chart updates on January 3, 2026, it is anticipated that non-holiday songs will reclaim some positions within the top 10, following the festive season. The current data has highlighted the significant impact of holiday music on the charts, reflecting both its popularity and the listening habits of audiences during this time of year.
With the surge of holiday tracks dominating the Billboard Hot 100, the music industry looks forward to seeing how these trends evolve in the coming weeks. For more detailed chart updates, visit Billboard.com and follow their official social media channels.
