Nov 10 2024

*NSYNC’s ‘Home For Christmas’ 26-Year Anniversary

Happy 26th Anniversary, Home For Christmas!

As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to celebrate the 26th anniversary of *NSYNC’s beloved holiday album, Home For Christmas! Released on November 10, 1998, this album marked *NSYNC’s first venture into holiday music and their second studio album overall. It quickly became a seasonal staple, going Double Platinum and earning a special place in fans’ hearts.

The deluxe version of Home For Christmas includes 16 tracks, blending classic holiday covers with original songs. “Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays”—the lead single and a fan favorite—was co-written by Justin Timberlake and JC Chasez, infusing this feel-good anthem with their signature warmth and energy. To celebrate, enjoy both music videos for *NSYNC’s “Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays”—the original and the 2023 animated version—below!

Stream Home For Christmas (Deluxe Version) on Spotify

What makes Home For Christmas stand out is *NSYNC’s remarkable five-part harmonies, especially on their A Cappella rendition of “O Holy Night.” It’s also one of the rare albums where Chris Kirkpatrick, Joey Fatone, and Lance Bass each have moments in the spotlight. Chris leads tracks like “I Guess It’s Christmas Time” and “All I Want Is You (This Christmas),” while Joey, Justin, and Chris harmonize on “It’s Christmas.” On “The Only Gift,” Chris, Joey, and Lance join together, making it a treat for fans who love hearing each member shine.

Most of the album’s original songs, such as “Under My Tree,” “The Only Gift,” and “I Never Knew the Meaning of Christmas,” strike a perfect balance of pop and holiday cheer. Alongside these originals are a few traditional Christmas songs, which *NSYNC makes their own with their heartfelt vocals and harmonies. Their soulful cover of K-Ci and JoJo’s “In Love on Christmas” adds a unique twist, with stunning verses by JC and Justin.

Stream Home For Christmas (Deluxe Version) on Apple Music

Whether you’ve been singing along since ‘98 or are just discovering it now, Home For Christmas is bound to bring joy to your holiday playlist. Here’s to 26 years of *NSYNC holiday magic—and many more to come!