Studio Album · No. 9
When Christmas Comes Around... Songwriting Credits by Kelly Clarkson
Produced by Jason Halbert, Jesse Shatkin, Joseph Trapanese · Engineered by Serban Ghenea, Chris Gehringer
Atlantic Records
ChristmasPop
42%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 5 of 12 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 5 / 12 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 12 tracks with documented writers, by whether Kelly Clarkson carries a lyricist or composer credit.
5 trackswritten by Kelly Clarkson
7 tracksoutside writers
Kelly Clarkson's roles on this album
Share of the 12 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist42%
Composer42%
Producer0%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
12
Tracks
21
Lyricists
3
Producers
2021
Released
Awards & Recognition 1
Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album (2023, Nominated)
Data Insight
When Christmas Comes Around... is Kelly Clarkson's second Christmas album and mixes newly written originals with holiday covers. Several of the originals, including the lead single 'Christmas Isn't Canceled (Just You),' were written in the wake of her divorce from Brandon Blackstock, giving the festive material an unusually personal edge. Clarkson co-wrote with collaborators such as Jesse Shatkin and Aben Eubanks, while producers including Jason Halbert and Joseph Trapanese shaped the arrangements. The duet 'Santa, Can't You Hear Me' with Ariana Grande became a holiday radio staple.
Track Listing & Credits 12 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Merry Christmas Baby
|
Kelly ClarksonAben Eubanks | Kelly ClarksonAben Eubanks | Jesse Shatkin | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 2 |
It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas
|
Meredith Willson | Meredith Willson | Jesse Shatkin | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 3 |
Christmas Isn't Canceled (Just You)
#79
|
Kelly ClarksonJason HalbertJessi Collins | Kelly ClarksonJason HalbertJessi Collins | Jason HalbertJoseph Trapanese | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 4 |
Merry Christmas (To the One I Used to Know)
|
Kelly ClarksonAben EubanksJason Halbert | Kelly ClarksonAben EubanksJason Halbert | Jason HalbertJoseph Trapanese | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 5 |
Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
|
Johnny Marks | Johnny Marks | Jesse Shatkin | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 6 |
Glow
|
Kelly ClarksonJason HalbertFloyd Nathaniel HillsHayley WarnerJesse Thomas | Kelly ClarksonJason HalbertFloyd Nathaniel HillsHayley WarnerJesse Thomas | Jason Halbert | Chris Stapleton |
| 7 |
Santa Baby
|
Joan JavitsPhilip Springer | Joan JavitsPhilip Springer | Jason Halbert | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 8 |
Santa, Can't You Hear Me
#31
|
Kelly ClarksonAben Eubanks | Kelly ClarksonAben Eubanks | Jason Halbert | Ariana Grande |
| 9 |
Last Christmas
|
George Michael | George Michael | Jason Halbert | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 10 |
Jingle Bell Rock
|
Joseph BealJames Ross Boothe | Joseph BealJames Ross Boothe | Jesse Shatkin | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 11 |
Blessed
|
Lindy RobbinsToby GadNicole Cohen | Lindy RobbinsToby GadNicole Cohen | Jason Halbert | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 12 |
Christmas Come Early
|
Bobby StrandBrock BakerMolly Kate KestnerDave Lubben | Bobby StrandBrock BakerMolly Kate KestnerDave Lubben | Jason Halbert | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 25 contributors
KC
Kelly Clarkson
Writer · Vocals
JH
Jason Halbert
Writer · Producer
AE
Aben Eubanks
Writer
BS
Bobby Strand
Writer
BB
Brock Baker
Writer
DL
Dave Lubben
Writer
FN
Floyd Nathaniel Hills
Writer
GM
George Michael
Writer
HW
Hayley Warner
Writer
JR
James Ross Boothe
Writer
JT
Jesse Thomas
Writer
JC
Jessi Collins
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions When Christmas Comes Around...
What is When Christmas Comes Around by Kelly Clarkson?
When Christmas Comes Around... is Kelly Clarkson's second Christmas album and ninth studio album, released on October 15, 2021, through Atlantic Records. It follows her 2013 holiday album Wrapped in Red. The record combines new originals with cover versions of holiday standards.
Are the songs on When Christmas Comes Around originals or covers?
The album mixes both. It features newly written originals such as 'Christmas Isn't Canceled (Just You)' and 'Santa, Can't You Hear Me' alongside covers of established holiday songs. This blend distinguishes it from a pure standards collection.
Do any songs on When Christmas Comes Around reference Kelly Clarkson's divorce?
Yes, several originals were written around the time of her divorce from Brandon Blackstock and reflect that experience. The lead single 'Christmas Isn't Canceled (Just You)' frames heartbreak within a holiday setting. This personal angle sets the album apart from typical Christmas releases.
Who sang the duet on When Christmas Comes Around?
'Santa, Can't You Hear Me' is a duet between Kelly Clarkson and Ariana Grande. It was released as a single and reached number 31 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 11 on the Adult Contemporary chart. The pairing was a highlight of the album's promotion.
Did Kelly Clarkson write songs on When Christmas Comes Around?
Yes, Kelly Clarkson co-wrote the original tracks on the album. She worked with collaborators including Jesse Shatkin and Aben Eubanks on the new material. Her songwriting gave the originals their confessional, divorce-tinged tone.
Was When Christmas Comes Around nominated for a Grammy?
Yes, the album was nominated for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards. It was Clarkson's recognition in the traditional pop category. The nomination underscored the album's critical reception.
How did Christmas Isn't Canceled (Just You) perform on the charts?
The lead single peaked at number 79 on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached number 3 on the Adult Contemporary chart. Its stronger showing on Adult Contemporary reflects its appeal to holiday and adult radio. The song framed personal heartbreak within a festive arrangement.