10 Hard Rock Christmas Songs That Are Actually Good
8. Let Me Sleep (It's Christmas Time) - Pearl Jam
Not all Christmas songs necessarily have to be cheery. From one artist to the next, you end up getting not just a different Christmas tune, but also a reflection on what the holiday spirit means to them. In the case of Pearl Jam, we see less of a festive mood and the age and weariness start to seep in.
Set to a hypnotic guitar part from Mike McCready, Eddie Vedder delivers one of the most softspoken vocal performances of his entire career on this cut, highlighting the fast life that seems to pass you by if you're not careful. Whereas others might decide to revel in the holiday spirit and carry on the hustle and bustle of normal life, Vedder sees this as a time to sleep, start over, and just take the time to catch your breath. While some might write this off as too serious for a Christmas song, it actually hits more points than you would expect.
Compared to songs that just tack on Christmas in the title to make it sound finished, this subtle ode to the holidays is more about the serene sense of calm that comes with being home. Even though it might look like a dangerous world out there, this is the type of holiday spirit that channels your inner sense of peace.