Kylie Minogue Claims Historic Christmas Number One with “XMAS“
Kylie Minogue has achieved a monumental milestone, securing her first-ever Christmas number one in the UK with her infectious track, “XMAS.” This victory marks a notable moment in music history, as she becomes the first solo female artist in 12 years to top the festive charts, following Sam Bailey’s success in 2013.
Minogue’s accomplishment extends beyond this single win. She’s now the first woman to achieve number one singles across four different decades,solidifying her enduring legacy in the music industry. This triumph follows two consecutive years where Wham!’s “Last christmas” held the coveted top spot.
“Being Christmas number one really is the most marvelous gift,” Minogue expressed, clearly moved by the achievement. “I’m so thankful to everyone who’s been listening and sharing the love, and I’m wishing you all a very Merry Christmas.”
A Festive Festivity in song and dance
The single, playfully pronounced “X-M-A-S,” is accompanied by a vibrant music video. It showcases Minogue teaching a spirited dance routine to a diverse group of children and adults. Notably, the video features a special guest appearance by Bjorn Ulvaeus of ABBA, adding an extra layer of excitement for fans.
Currently, “XMAS” leads the singles chart, followed closely by “Last christmas” and Mariah Carey’s perennial favorite, “All I Want For Christmas Is You” at number three. Rounding out the top five are Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” and the charity single “Lullaby” by Together For palestine,which debuted as the week’s highest new entry.
A Legacy of Chart-Topping Hits
This isn’t Minogue’s first experience with chart success. Throughout her illustrious career, she’s topped the UK singles chart on seven previous occasions.
Here’s a look back at her previous number one hits:
* “I Should Be So lucky” (1988)
* ”Especially For You” (1988)
* “Hand On your Heart” (1989)
* “Tears On My Pillow” (1990)
* “Spinning Around” (2000)
* “can’t Get You Out Of My Head” (2001)
* “Slow” (2003)
The Potential “Queen of Christmas”?
Industry experts are already speculating about Minogue’s potential to challenge Mariah Carey’s reign as the “queen of Christmas.” Martin Talbot, chief executive of the Official Charts Company, hailed Minogue as an “amazing achievement by our adopted national treasure.”
Interestingly, the last Australian artist to claim the Christmas number one title was Nicole Kidman, in collaboration with Robbie Williams on “Somethin’ Stupid” back in 2001.
If you’re looking for a soundtrack to your holiday season, Kylie Minogue’s “XMAS” is undoubtedly a strong contender. It’s a feel-good anthem that’s already capturing the hearts of listeners across the UK and beyond. You can experience the joy and energy of the song and its accompanying video, and perhaps even learn a few dance moves yourself!
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