Kelly Clarkson's long-awaited return to the top 10 sparks a celebration
- Kelly Clarkson's 'Underneath the Tree' rises to No. 10 on the Hot 100 after more than a decade since its release.
- 'Underneath the Tree' also climbs to No. 7 on the U.K. singles chart, signaling its enduring popularity.
- This resurgence highlights the impact of streaming and sales on the current music charts.
In December 2024, Kelly Clarkson's holiday single, 'Underneath the Tree', achieved significant milestones on various music charts. The single, released over a decade ago as part of her first holiday project 'Wrapped In Red', has continued to resonate with audiences every Christmas season. Recently, the track made its way back into the top 10 on the Hot 100, marking Clarkson's twelfth top 10 single, and its highest position since its original release. This resurgence in popularity reflects not only the timeless appeal of the song but also the evolving landscape of music charts that now heavily factor in streaming data. 'Underneath the Tree' leaped to No. 7 on the U.K. singles chart, highlighting its strong performance both in sales and streams during the holiday season. The track also placed at No. 15 on the Official Singles Sales chart in the U.K. This year, fans have demonstrated their enduring love for the song through purchases and streams, solidifying it as a perennial favorite during the Christmas period. Additionally, another song by Clarkson, 'Santa Can’t You Hear Me', featuring Ariana Grande, has also seen increased success in the U.K., climbing in the charts alongside 'Underneath the Tree'. While 'Underneath the Tree' enjoys this newfound success, Clarkson's holiday album, 'Wrapped In Red', remains absent from the U.K. charts despite the popularity of its lead single. The newer holiday album, 'When Christmas Comes Around', released in 2021, has also made a return to the Official Albums Streaming list, showcasing how Clarkson continues to be a relevant name in holiday music. The resurgence of this single is indicative of the listening habits of consumers, especially during the festive season, and the impact of platforms that allow classic tracks to re-emerge. As a result, 'Underneath the Tree' not only reaffirms Clarkson's status in the music industry but it also suggests a growing trend of nostalgic holiday music re-entering the charts every December, each year bringing new listeners to classic tracks.