Ah, the holiday season. The weather is colder, Target is busier, and the line at Panda Express in the mall food court is so long that I might as well settle for a pretzel dog, even though it costs twice as much as a plate, because at least I can get him shit out of there quicker.

Anyway… I survive! With a little help from friends like Gerard, Patrick and Bert in my earbuds, I’m determined to make it through the holiday season and maybe even enjoy some of it! And you can too!

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Below is a list of some great emo and pop punk Christmas songs that will help you fend off the Grinch (unless you’re into that) and put a little Holly Jolly in your step!

Fall Out Boy – “Yule Shoot You’re Eye Out”

Look, this is just the best, OK. I don’t make the rules, I just follow them. It’s old-school bitter Fall Out Boy made even more bitter at Christmastime, with a dash of vindictiveness and a dash of cynicism.

My Chemical Romance – “All I Want for Christmas Is You”

On a list of unconventional covers, MCR’s cover of Mariah Carey’s classic Christmas song stands out. It’s super punk, Gerard Way’s vocals are strenuous at times, but it’s clear the band had a blast recording it.

The Maine – “Santa Stole My Girlfriend”

With a line like “Santa, you bitch,” this is a line that needs to be repeated over and over again.

The Used – “Alone This Holiday”

The thing about “Alone This Holiday” is that it starts with these sleigh bells and at first you think it’s going to be sad, but then you hear Bert McCracken singing, “You throw away the thought of us, you’ll be this alone.” Holiday “, and you realize he actually holds a grudge. Which, to be honest, is true.

New fame – “Ex-Miss”

Do you like NFG? Do you like OLD NFG? Do you like Christmas? Allow me to introduce you both…

From the first to the last – “Christmasacre”

By far the heaviest song on the list, this FFTL song is a Krampus holiday jam. Turn it up and shout along, “Don’t forget your Christmas cheer, because Santa Claus is going to die this year!” to ease the annoyance of holiday traffic. They also revealed the actual phone number of Fall Out Boy bassist Pete Wentz in the text. Do whatever you want with it.

No doubt – “Oi To The World”

I can hear you now muttering to yourself, “That’s not emo.” Well, I don’t care because it’s fun, it’s a Vandals cover and it was pretty much the last time No Doubt really was ska, which is close enough.

All-time low – “Merry Christmas, Kiss My Ass”

You’re probably noticing a Christmas carol theme with casual swearing, and I’m telling you right now, that’s 1000% intentional. There’s something special about dropping a naughty word in a song that symbolizes such a wholesome season. It’s like the musical equivalent of Bad Santa Claus.

Relient K – “I hate Christmas parties”

Oh, you didn’t want any of the songs on this list to make you cry a little? Surprise!

Blink-182 – “Happy Holidays, You Bastard”

The OG. While its classification as a “Christmas song” could be debated, it’s actually the song that got all the pop-punk/emo/screamo bands singing Christmas carols. Plus, more swear words!

Honorable Mentions:

If you’re craving a little more joy in your world, below are a few more great emo songs (or emo adjace songs) that should definitely be on your holiday playlist this holiday season!