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'We Are Family' by Sister Sledge
- Arguably the best sing-along tune on this list, 'We Are Family' is a classic that should not be left off your playlist.
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'What a Wonderful World' by Louis Armstrong
- Is there a more beautiful, uplifting song that embodies the spirit of Thanksgiving more than 'What a Wonderful World' by Louis Armstrong?
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'One Love' by Bob Marley
- 'One Love' is the perfect song to include some reggae vibes in your Thanksgiving celebrations. "Sayin' give thanks and praise to the Lord and I will feel all right / Sayin' let's get together and feel all right."
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'Thank You' by Dido
- "And I want to thank you / For giving me the best day of my life," is something we'd like to hear this Thanksgiving!
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'The Thanksgiving Song' by Adam Sandler
- Up for a laugh and a good time? This is the song for it. "Turkey lurkey doo and / Turkey lurkey dap / I eat that turkey / Then I take a nap." Sounds like Thanksgiving to us!
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'Thank U' by Alanis Morissette
- Saying thanks for the good and bad things that happen to us can help us feel lighter. Singing along to this song will too!
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'Thanksgiving Prayer' by Johnny Cash
- The Man in Black certainly deserves a spot on this playlist. He sings: "I'm grateful for the laughter of children / The sun and the wind and the rain / The color of blue in your sweet eyes / The sight of a high 'ballin' train / The moon rise over a prairie / Old love that you've made new / This year when I count my blessings / I'm thanking the Lord He made you."
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'Let's Turkey Trot' by Little Eva
- "Isn't there a song about turkey?" we hear you ask. Of course there is! Well, this one is more about a dance, but still, it's an excellent uplifting tune.
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'Macy's Day Parade' by Green Day
- The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is a pretty big event in New York City, and it inspired this song by the punk rockers Green Day.
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'Sweet Potato Pie' by Ray Charles and James Taylor
- This is such a nice, warm tune to listen to on Thanksgiving, as you savor a nice slice of sweet potato pie.
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10 / 31 Fotos
'Thankful' by Celine Dion
- It's Celine Dion singing about gratitude. Do we really need to say more?
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11 / 31 Fotos
'I’ve Got Plenty to Be Thankful For' by Bing Crosby
- This classic tune is all about being grateful for what we have. The lyrics go: "I've got eyes to see with / Ears to hear with / Arms to hug with / Lips to kiss with / Someone to adore /How could anybody ask for more?"
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12 / 31 Fotos
'Gratitude' by Earth, Wind & Fire
- Looking to bring some funk and soul to your Thanksgiving gathering? Look no further. This tune will certainly deliver, and help put everyone in a good mood!
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13 / 31 Fotos
'Grateful' by Rita Ora
- 'Grateful' is all about feeling grateful for what we've learned from our mistakes, and about what we have.
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'Thankful' by Kelly Clarkson
- Keep the grateful spirit with this beautiful Kelly Clarkson tune about being thankful.
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'Be' by Common
- Being present is important, especially in moments like these where we gather around the table with our loved ones. "Never looking back, or too far in front of me / The present is a gift, and I just want to be," goes they lyrics.
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'Autumn in New York' by Billie Holiday
- This fall classic is a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving playlist. And as the lyrics say, "It's good to live it again."
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'Keep the Family Close' by Drake
- This Drake tune talks about the importance of of having true friends and family.
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'Ode to My Family' by The Cranberries
- This nostalgic song will have you thinking about your childhood and growing up. It certainly deserves a place on this list.
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'The Joy' by Jay-Z and Kanye West ft. Curtis Mayfield
- Thanksgiving is about the joy of getting together and giving thanks. And rapping to this song, of course!
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'Autumn Leaves' Nat King Cole
- Nat King Cole's rendition of this jazz classic is smooth and comfortable, just like being home with our loved ones.
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'Harvest Moon' by Neil Young
- This quintessential fall love song is a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving playlist.
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'Home' by Phillip Phillips
- Going home, to where we come from, is experienced by many of us during this holiday, and this song hits the sweet spot.
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'But for the Grace of God' by Keith Urban
- Thanksgiving is all about being thankful, and so is this tune. Sometimes we need to look around to realize how blessed we really are.
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'Thank God for Hometowns' by Carrie Underwood
- This homecoming anthem is a perfect addition to your playlist. "Thank God for hometowns / And all the love that makes you go round [...] Cause when you're lost in this crazy world / You got somewhere to go and get found."
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'Family Table' by Zac Brown Band
- "Gather round, hand in hand / Close our eyes and bow our heads / Thank the lord for everything he's done, and for everyone / At the family table." Sounds like something you'd want to listen to on Thanksgiving, right?
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'Biscuits' by Kacey Musgraves
- "Mind your own biscuits and life will be gravy," sounds like a great piece of advice for those nosey family members that never stop asking questions!
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'I Could Not Ask for More' by Sara Evans
- It may sound a bit corny, and indeed this is a love song, but when you sit around the table with your loved ones on Thanksgiving, do you really need more than that?
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'Apple, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie' by Jay & the Techniques
- Of course, we had to include a reference to pumpkin pie: one of Thanksgiving's most famous staple foods.
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'Cooking Up Something Good' by Mac DeMarco
- "Mommy's in the kitchen, cooking up something good / And daddy's on the sofa, pride of the neighborhood." Sounds like Thanksgiving, right? Sources: (Oprah Daily) (Town & Country) (uDiscoverMusic) See also: The best songs ever about fall
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'We Are Family' by Sister Sledge
- Arguably the best sing-along tune on this list, 'We Are Family' is a classic that should not be left off your playlist.
© Getty Images
1 / 31 Fotos
'What a Wonderful World' by Louis Armstrong
- Is there a more beautiful, uplifting song that embodies the spirit of Thanksgiving more than 'What a Wonderful World' by Louis Armstrong?
© Getty Images
2 / 31 Fotos
'One Love' by Bob Marley
- 'One Love' is the perfect song to include some reggae vibes in your Thanksgiving celebrations. "Sayin' give thanks and praise to the Lord and I will feel all right / Sayin' let's get together and feel all right."
© Getty Images
3 / 31 Fotos
'Thank You' by Dido
- "And I want to thank you / For giving me the best day of my life," is something we'd like to hear this Thanksgiving!
© Getty Images
4 / 31 Fotos
'The Thanksgiving Song' by Adam Sandler
- Up for a laugh and a good time? This is the song for it. "Turkey lurkey doo and / Turkey lurkey dap / I eat that turkey / Then I take a nap." Sounds like Thanksgiving to us!
© Getty Images
5 / 31 Fotos
'Thank U' by Alanis Morissette
- Saying thanks for the good and bad things that happen to us can help us feel lighter. Singing along to this song will too!
© Getty Images
6 / 31 Fotos
'Thanksgiving Prayer' by Johnny Cash
- The Man in Black certainly deserves a spot on this playlist. He sings: "I'm grateful for the laughter of children / The sun and the wind and the rain / The color of blue in your sweet eyes / The sight of a high 'ballin' train / The moon rise over a prairie / Old love that you've made new / This year when I count my blessings / I'm thanking the Lord He made you."
© Getty Images
7 / 31 Fotos
'Let's Turkey Trot' by Little Eva
- "Isn't there a song about turkey?" we hear you ask. Of course there is! Well, this one is more about a dance, but still, it's an excellent uplifting tune.
© Getty Images
8 / 31 Fotos
'Macy's Day Parade' by Green Day
- The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is a pretty big event in New York City, and it inspired this song by the punk rockers Green Day.
© Getty Images
9 / 31 Fotos
'Sweet Potato Pie' by Ray Charles and James Taylor
- This is such a nice, warm tune to listen to on Thanksgiving, as you savor a nice slice of sweet potato pie.
© Getty Images
10 / 31 Fotos
'Thankful' by Celine Dion
- It's Celine Dion singing about gratitude. Do we really need to say more?
© Getty Images
11 / 31 Fotos
'I’ve Got Plenty to Be Thankful For' by Bing Crosby
- This classic tune is all about being grateful for what we have. The lyrics go: "I've got eyes to see with / Ears to hear with / Arms to hug with / Lips to kiss with / Someone to adore /How could anybody ask for more?"
© Getty Images
12 / 31 Fotos
'Gratitude' by Earth, Wind & Fire
- Looking to bring some funk and soul to your Thanksgiving gathering? Look no further. This tune will certainly deliver, and help put everyone in a good mood!
© Getty Images
13 / 31 Fotos
'Grateful' by Rita Ora
- 'Grateful' is all about feeling grateful for what we've learned from our mistakes, and about what we have.
© Getty Images
14 / 31 Fotos
'Thankful' by Kelly Clarkson
- Keep the grateful spirit with this beautiful Kelly Clarkson tune about being thankful.
© Getty Images
15 / 31 Fotos
'Be' by Common
- Being present is important, especially in moments like these where we gather around the table with our loved ones. "Never looking back, or too far in front of me / The present is a gift, and I just want to be," goes they lyrics.
© Getty Images
16 / 31 Fotos
'Autumn in New York' by Billie Holiday
- This fall classic is a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving playlist. And as the lyrics say, "It's good to live it again."
© Getty Images
17 / 31 Fotos
'Keep the Family Close' by Drake
- This Drake tune talks about the importance of of having true friends and family.
© Getty Images
18 / 31 Fotos
'Ode to My Family' by The Cranberries
- This nostalgic song will have you thinking about your childhood and growing up. It certainly deserves a place on this list.
© Getty Images
19 / 31 Fotos
'The Joy' by Jay-Z and Kanye West ft. Curtis Mayfield
- Thanksgiving is about the joy of getting together and giving thanks. And rapping to this song, of course!
© Getty Images
20 / 31 Fotos
'Autumn Leaves' Nat King Cole
- Nat King Cole's rendition of this jazz classic is smooth and comfortable, just like being home with our loved ones.
© Getty Images
21 / 31 Fotos
'Harvest Moon' by Neil Young
- This quintessential fall love song is a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving playlist.
© Getty Images
22 / 31 Fotos
'Home' by Phillip Phillips
- Going home, to where we come from, is experienced by many of us during this holiday, and this song hits the sweet spot.
© Getty Images
23 / 31 Fotos
'But for the Grace of God' by Keith Urban
- Thanksgiving is all about being thankful, and so is this tune. Sometimes we need to look around to realize how blessed we really are.
© Getty Images
24 / 31 Fotos
'Thank God for Hometowns' by Carrie Underwood
- This homecoming anthem is a perfect addition to your playlist. "Thank God for hometowns / And all the love that makes you go round [...] Cause when you're lost in this crazy world / You got somewhere to go and get found."
© Getty Images
25 / 31 Fotos
'Family Table' by Zac Brown Band
- "Gather round, hand in hand / Close our eyes and bow our heads / Thank the lord for everything he's done, and for everyone / At the family table." Sounds like something you'd want to listen to on Thanksgiving, right?
© Getty Images
26 / 31 Fotos
'Biscuits' by Kacey Musgraves
- "Mind your own biscuits and life will be gravy," sounds like a great piece of advice for those nosey family members that never stop asking questions!
© Getty Images
27 / 31 Fotos
'I Could Not Ask for More' by Sara Evans
- It may sound a bit corny, and indeed this is a love song, but when you sit around the table with your loved ones on Thanksgiving, do you really need more than that?
© Getty Images
28 / 31 Fotos
'Apple, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie' by Jay & the Techniques
- Of course, we had to include a reference to pumpkin pie: one of Thanksgiving's most famous staple foods.
© Getty Images
29 / 31 Fotos
'Cooking Up Something Good' by Mac DeMarco
- "Mommy's in the kitchen, cooking up something good / And daddy's on the sofa, pride of the neighborhood." Sounds like Thanksgiving, right? Sources: (Oprah Daily) (Town & Country) (uDiscoverMusic) See also: The best songs ever about fall
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The best songs for a perfect Thanksgiving playlist
From country to hip hop
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Thanksgiving is nearly here, and it'll soon be time to gather around the table with our loved ones. It's also a time to be grateful and celebrate life. And what better way to do this than through music? With this in mind, we've compiled a playlist to make the holiday extra special this year.
From country classics to hip-hop hits, and everything in between, we have all the right Thanksgiving tunes for you and your loved ones. Click on and start listening!
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