Yes, it’s that time again! Christmas in Jamaica and there is nothing like it.
From the delicious Christmas cake and sorrel wine to a trip to grand market, nothing compares to Christmas in Jamdown.
Christmas a yaad involves spending time with family, eating and drinking while gallivanting to some classic Christmas songs – Jamaican style of course.
One of the best things about the Christmas season for Jamaicans is hearing local Christmas tunes being played.
They are fun, they are witty, and they are loved! Here are some Jamaican Christmas songs that will have you feeling festive all season long.
Put on your dancing shoes and let’s go!
Let Christmas Catch You in a Good Mood – The Joe Gibbs Allstars
This song encourages Jamaicans to let the Christmas catch them in a festive mood. It is a staple that is played at Christmas parties in Jamaica. Even if you are not in a good mood, there is no way you can sit when this comes on.
Santa Ketch up Enna Mango Tree – Faith D ‘Aguilar
Santa normally comes down the Chimney but in true Jamaican style Santa gets stuck up in a mango tree.
This song is a local favourite that evokes the imagination and puts a smile on the faces of many Jamaicans, mostly at Christmas time.
Sing de Chorus – Noel Dexter
This Iconic song is popular among church and school choirs when performing at their annual Carol services across the island. It adds some Jamaican flavour to the story of Jesus’ birth, which has been told in many songs.
Christmas in the Sun – The Stage Crew
Yet another all-time favourite! Christmas in the Sun highlights the many privileges that come with living on the island, especially during the winter season.
It speaks of Jamaica being a tropical paradise and compares the island Christmas to that of other countries.
All for Jesus – Ernie Smith
In this popular Jamaican Christmas song, Ernie Smith reminds listeners of the true meaning of Christmas.
It is not as upbeat as the other songs on the list but it is the perfect tune to gently remind listeners that. in the midst of the Christmas celebration, they must be grateful that God sent his son to save everyone.
It is all for Jesus!
Warm Jamaican Christmas – Wayne Wonder featuring Baby Cham
What else can we ask for? After all, a warm Jamaican Christmas is the best Christmas there is, right? The song plays on the word ‘warm’, encouraging Jamaicans to show love to each other and be warm at Christmas time while also speaking about the warmth of the sun.
Christmas Jamaican Style – Unique Vision
Christmas Jamaican Style is one of the most popular local Christmas songs. It talks much of home and what a delight it is to enjoy the holidays on the island paradise.
It is a favourite among Jamaicans because they are able to relate to the lyrics of the song that highlight Christmas traditions and how much they spread happiness.
Breadfruit Roasting on an Open Fire – Yellowman
Breadfruit or chestnuts? Well, it’s Christmas in Jamaica and traditionally some folks prepare roast breadfruit for breakfast on Christmas morning.
Yellowman puts the typical Jamaican spin on the classic Merry Christmas to You tune.
This song tells us about all the traditional things done at Christmas time in Jamaica (roasting breadfruit) and how they bring laughter and cheer to us all.
Make this Christmas a jolly one, have fun with family and friends while listening to some great Jamaican Christmas songs of course.
Santa Claus (Do You Ever Come to the Ghetto) – Carlene Davis
This one may isn’t so merry and won’t have you dancing, but it will definitely have you thinking of the socioeconomic state of the island.
It is a song that puts a thought-provoking spin to the Christmas season whenever it comes on, because in reality, while some of us enjoy the merriment of the holidays, there are others who cannot afford to enjoy the season as much.
Singer Carlene Davis uses this song as a reminder to us of the struggles others face and keeps us grateful.
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