55 Best Songs For New Year; Countdown Time!

“New Year’s Song” by Tim McMorris

Song Year: 2014

Are you looking to fill your playlist with upbeat songs bursting with positive energy, happy tones, and good vibes?

If that describes your goal, you need to check out Tim McMorris and his uplifting song about all the new things that come at the turn of the clock.

“Happy New Year” by Judy Garland

Song Year: 1957

Judy Garland is probably most famous for her role as Dorothy, the American farm girl swept away into a dream world on an outstanding adventure.

She also had a remarkable singing career. Despite her feel-good roles in the movies, her songs were often like this one: heartbreaking.

“Kiss Me at Midnight” by NSYNC

Song Year: 1998

One of the best New Year’s Eve traditions is having someone special by your side to kiss you when the clock strikes midnight and brings in the new year.

NSYNC celebrates that tradition, and the whole concept of a New Year’s party, with this great song that needs to be on your party playlist.

“Brand New Day” by David Nail

Song Year: 2014

Country music isn’t always the most positive. Occasionally, however, you’ll find a song that has an uplifting message about the possibilities that come with every new day.

That makes this David Nail song a great addition to your New Year’s party mix. It’s all about new beginnings.

“New Year’s Day” by Pentatonix

Song Year: 2015

A holiday playlist would be incomplete without at least one song from Pentatonix.

With their perfect harmonies and their upbeat personality, the Pentatonix deliver a great song about the hopefulness that comes with New Year’s Day. It’s a great way to celebrate the start of something new.

“What A Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong

Song Year: 1967

“What A Wonderful World” is the sort of song you could put on almost any playlist for any occasion, and you would find that it blends perfectly with its surroundings.

Louis Armstrong celebrates the beauty that exists in the world around him, marveling at the unique quality contained in everything from plants to the human soul.

“This Will Be Our Year” by The Zombies

Song Year: 1968

Sometimes New Year’s Day takes all the hopes and dreams we’ve been clinging to for so long and finally brings them to fruition.

The Zombies know what that’s about in this song about finding true love and working hard to ensure it survives the twists and turns of a new year.

“Champagne Kisses” by Jessie Ware

Song Year: 2014

Jessica Ware is an English pop and R&B singer who also writes a lot of her music. She’s a gifted musician, exceptionally skilled at sweet songs like “Champagne Kisses.”

It’s not precisely about New Year’s Day, but it’s a great tribute to finally finding that special someone and holding on to them.

“Memories” by Maroon 5

Song Year: 2021

For many people, New Year’s Eve is a time to reflect on the past year, remember all the good times, mourn the bad, and resolve to do things differently when midnight comes around. For Maroon 5, the melancholy of remembrance is brought about by too much alcohol.

“When You Wish Upon a Star” by Billy Joel

Song Year: 2005

Billy Joel didn’t write this song, but he delivers an exquisite version of the classic that’s bound to make your party playlist perfect.

“When You Wish Upon a Star” is a touching song about chasing your dreams. It’s significant for the younger folks in your group who might still believe in a bit of magic.

“Until” by Sting

Song Year: 2001

“Until” is not a song about New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day, but it’s still a great song for your countdown. It’s a sweet and romantic song about the thrill of new things, such as new love found in unexpected places.

It’s also a great dancing song, so make sure you’re beside someone special when it starts playing.