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Christmas Kisses

Ariana Grande · 2013

16 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B · soul · dance-pop

Ariana Grande's holiday EP blends soulful pop and R&B with festive cheer and contemporary flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, festive listening bursts
  • playful holiday spirit
  • warm, cozy vibes
  • lighthearted seasonal background

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Released after her debut, it helped solidify her presence in mainstream music.
Themes
contemporary holiday spirit· California winter nostalgia· festive romantic longing
Career context
Released on December 17, 2013, 'Christmas Kisses' arrived shortly after Grande's commercial breakthrough with her debut album 'Yours Truly'. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her presence as a pop sensation while exploring the holiday music market for the first time.
Stylistic neighbors
Dua Lipa· Jessie Ware· Tinashe
If this clicks, go next to
My Everything — This album expands on the pop and R&B vibes with more original material.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
A Very Kacey Christmas by Kacey Musgraves — Combines contemporary pop and traditional holiday sounds with a playful, nostalgic spirit.
Songs for Christmas by Sufjan Stevens — Blends introspective songwriting with festive themes in a cozy, eclectic production style.
A Legendary Christmas by John Legend — Merges smooth R&B vocals with holiday vibes, capturing warmth and romantic longing.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "Last Christmas".

  • 1 Last Christmas Start here 3:25
  • 2 Love Is Everything 3:34
  • 3 Snow in California 3:28
  • 4 Santa Baby 2:52
  • 5 Santa Tell Me 3:23

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