Ashanti's Christmas cover

Ashanti's Christmas

Ashanti · 2003

29 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B

A festive blend of smooth R&B and soulful pop, showcasing Ashanti's warm vocals amid holiday classics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Christmas Time Again — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its upbeat rhythm and joyful lyrics that encapsulate the excitement of the holiday season.
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    The Christmas Song — Ashanti's rendition of this classic showcases her vocal range and emotional delivery, bringing a fresh yet nostalgic feel to the well-loved standard.
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    This Christmas — Her interpretation of this beloved tune incorporates soulful melodies and harmonies that reflect both warmth and celebration, resonating deeply with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

Ashanti's Christmas blends R&B with holiday classics, appealing to younger audiences but lacks standout compositions.

What we noticed

  • Tracks like 'Christmas Time Again' and 'Hey Santa' incorporate contemporary beats, while traditional carols like 'Silent Night' are given a soulful twist.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short festive listening experience
  • warm holiday gatherings ambiance
  • easy sing-alongs with friends
  • joyful spirit of celebration

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer album journeys
  • seek complex musical explorations

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A unique holiday album that adds variety but isn't a major entry point for new listeners.
Career context
Released in early 2003, Ashanti's Christmas came shortly after her self-titled debut album, which had solidified her status as a rising star in contemporary R&B. Following the success of her previous work, this holiday album marked her first foray into seasonal music during a peak phase in her career.
Stylistic neighbors
Aaliyah· Toni Braxton· Keyshia Cole
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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Christmas Time Again 4:05
  • 2 The Christmas Song 3:19
  • 3 Hey Santa 1:55
  • 4 This Christmas 2:59
  • 5 Sharing Christmas 4:14
  • 6 Silent Night 2:13
  • 7 Joy to the World 1:56
  • 8 Winter Wonderland 2:16
  • 9 Time of Year 4:50
  • 10 We Wish You a Merry Christmas 1:35

What to play next

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Sets the stage with Ashanti's signature sound before her holiday album.
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If this landed

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Merry Christmas

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Shares a similar blend of smooth R&B vocals with festive themes and holiday arrangements.

A Legendary Christmas

A Legendary Christmas

John Legend

Combines warm vocal delivery with soulful pop and contemporary R&B elements for a modern holiday vibe.

This Is Christmas

This Is Christmas

Luther Vandross

Features rich vocal harmonies and a soulful approach to traditional holiday songs, akin to Ashanti's style.

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