Christmas Number 1

The Christmas Number 1 crown was traditionally a big battle, however the dominance of the X Factor finalist almost saw the novelty Christmas single die a death.

Having abstained from forcing itself on the prized position for the last two years - with both Little Mix's 'Cannonball' and James Arthur's 'Impossible' released early enough to steal a less sought after crowing position - this year has really seen the resurgence of the Christmas single.

However, given that Sam Bailey was only crowned on Saturday, it is likely that her winner's single, an impressive but not mind blowing version of Demi Lovato's 'Skyscraper' will become the first X Factor single to top the Christmas charts since Matt Cardle's 'When We Collide' in 2010.

While there is no denying that a singer of Bailey's talent warrants the glory, here at Chimeo we can't help but hope one of the following seasonal offerings pips her to the post.

The Big Reunion - 'I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday'

Having dominated our screens this year with a rather insightful nostalgic blast, the full cast of The Big Reunion have united this year to record a romping version of Wizzard's 1973 hit. While the original has never peaked higher than number 4 in the UK charts, here are Chimeo we are hoping that the six charities that the single is supporting reap the reward of this lovable winter warmer.



Leona Lewis - 'One More Sleep'

While Liberty X may have taken part in The Big Reunion, we hope there will be no arguments between vocalist Kelli and her husband Iain James if the single is pipped to the post by former X Factor winner Leona Lewis' rather wonderful Christmas single 'One More Sleep' - for James is one of the four writers credited with the best single from Miss Lewis since 'Bleeding Love'.



Susan Boyle and Elvis Presley - 'O Come, All Ye Faithful'

Another product of the Simon Cowell school of popularity, formerly ridiculed singing sensation Susan Boyle has more than proved her staying power since losing out to Diversity in the BGT Finals. Having teamed up with the King, Susan and Elvis deliver a convincing rendition of the Christmas classic.



Kelly Clarkson - 'Underneath The Tree'

In direct competition with Cowell's X Factor Winner is the first ever American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson, who has also unveiled an album full of Christmas songs. With a similarly up-tempo swing in the step effort, Kelly's playful 'Underneath The Tree' ticks all the right boxes, but will it be the star at the top of the tree?



Jack Topping - 'Tomorrow'

The UK has always been fond of choir boys attempting chart glory and there is no doubting that 11 year old Jack Topping's crisp angelic vocal warrants our undivided attention. Delivering a moving rendition of 'Tomorrow', there is a distinct possibility that he could become the first child-lead release to top the Christmas charts since St Winifred's School Choir did so 33 years ago.



Lil' Chris & Lloyd Wilkinson - 'Christmas Number One (#FeedEmYellowSnow)'

Yorkshire's very own Lloyd Wilkinson has teamed up with Rock School graduate Lil' Chris for this rather tongue in cheek attack on the X Factor. While it may not have had the radio support of the more mainstream contenders, a loyal online following and dedicated fanbase will hopefully see this rather irresistible number soar.



Rizzle Kicks - 'Happy That You're Here (Christmas Song)'

An unlikely duo to have entered the race for the Christmas Number One are Rizzle Kicks. Celebrated for the ability to make their listener move, their Christmas single is no different. A jam to make you dance the winter cold away, Rizzle Kicks' effort is perhaps the least stereotypical of this year's releases. Whether it will become a Christmas classic remains to be seen.



The Pollyanna Band - 'Christmas All the Time'

A love song that doubles up as a Christmas song is nothing new, but there is something rather endearing about the cliched lyrics delivered so innocently by Polly Paulusma and Annie Dressner. As with The Big Reunion, The Pollyanna Band marks a collaboration in the name of charity and at this time of year it is always wonderful to see a worthy cause receive much needed attention with the aid of a lovingly delivered musical number to warm us from the inside out.