Ashanti's Christmas cover

Ashanti's Christmas

Ashanti · 2003

29 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

A warm blend of contemporary R&B and classic holiday spirit wrapped in Ashanti's smooth, soulful vocals.

Why this album works

Best for
short festive listening experience warm holiday gatherings ambiance easy sing-alongs with friends
Context
Released as Ashanti's first holiday album, 'Ashanti's Christmas' came after her commercial peak with her self-titled debut in 2002 and the successful follow-up 'Chapter II' in 2003. This project allowed her to explore a festive sound distinct from her usual contemporary R&B style while solidifying her presence in the music industry during the early 2000s.
If you like
contemporary R&B, hip-hop, soul

Ashanti's Christmas is an album by Ashanti, released in 2003. A warm blend of contemporary R&B and classic holiday spirit wrapped in Ashanti's smooth, soulful vocals. 'Ashanti's Christmas' showcases the artist's ability to reinterpret holiday classics, contributing to the growing trend of R&B artists releasing Christmas albums. The album received positive reviews for its fresh takes on familiar songs and became a staple in holiday playlists, particularly among fans of the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ashanti's Christmas sound like?

A warm blend of contemporary R&B and classic holiday spirit wrapped in Ashanti's smooth, soulful vocals. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.

What makes Ashanti's Christmas by Ashanti notable?

'Ashanti's Christmas' showcases the artist's ability to reinterpret holiday classics, contributing to the growing trend of R&B artists releasing Christmas albums. The album received positive reviews for its fresh takes on familiar songs and became a staple in holiday playlists, particularly among fans of the genre. Released as Ashanti's first holiday album, 'Ashanti's Christmas' came after her commercial peak with her self-titled debut in 2002 and the successful follow-up 'Chapter II' in 2003. This project allowed her to explore a festive sound distinct from her usual contemporary R&B style while solidifying her presence in the music industry during the early 2000s.

Who is Ashanti's Christmas for?

Ashanti's Christmas works well if you're into short festive listening experience, warm holiday gatherings ambiance and easy sing-alongs with friends.

How many songs are on Ashanti's Christmas?

Ashanti's Christmas has 10 tracks, running approximately 29 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·29:28

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

  • 1 Christmas Time Again 4:05
  • 2 The Christmas Song Standout 3:19
  • 3 Hey Santa Standout 1:55
  • 4 This Christmas Standout 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

Release Date

January 1, 2003

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

29 min 28 sec