In 2023, “Feliz Navidad” notched a new accomplishment when it jumped from No. 16 to No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart, dated Dec. 19, hitting the top 10 for the first time.

Feliz Navidad is a joyful Christmas classic that has become a holiday staple worldwide. The song blends Spanish and English lyrics, creating an uplifting tune that celebrates the festive spirit.

The Spanish: Feliz Navidad/ Próspero año y felicidad. Translated, it means merry Christmas and happy new year.) Feliciano repeats them for three minutes, long enough to craft a bouncy earworm.

As predictable as a Christmas tree in the corner of the living room, the holiday evergreen "Feliz Navidad" has ensured that Merry Christmas is one phrase that everyone can say in Spanish.

The Spanish: Feliz Navidad/ Próspero año y felicidad. Translated, it means merry Christmas and happy new year.) Feliciano repeats them for three minutes, long enough to craft a bouncy earworm.

Besides "Feliz Navidad," Feliciano had other hits in the '60s and '70s, including his No. 1 cover of The Doors' "Light My Fire” in 1968 and the hit theme song for the '70s TV show "Chico and the ...

As ‘Feliz Navidad’ turns 50, José Feliciano wants to wish you a Merry Christmas online The simple song with only 20 words in English and Spanish has been covered by everyone from Celine Dion ...

President Donald Trump is banning the classic Christmas song Feliz Navidad from all White House functions. It’s reported the commander-in-chief the song makes him think of “Mexicans and ...

How Feliciano wrote the song. A producer urged Feliciano to write an original Christmas song for his 1970 holiday album, and Feliciano says he came up with "Feliz Navidad" within minutes.

Each language carries its own charm, and the phrase “Merry Christmas” sounds unique in every culture. From "Feliz Navidad" in Spanish to "Joyeux Noël" in French, these words are a gateway to ...