Kesha is officially diving headfirst into the holiday season, and she’s doing it in the most Kesha way possible—by dropping a Spotify-exclusive banger on October 15. And no, it’s not a sleigh-bell-heavy jingle or a chestnut about roasting anything. It’s a cover of Lindsey Buckingham’s “Holiday Road”—yes, that boppy 80s road trip anthem from National Lampoon’s Vacation. Apparently, holiday vibes aren’t just for malls and mistletoe anymore—they’re for everybody on a joyride!
This release is part of Spotify’s annual “let’s-see-who-can-make-us-love-Christmas-again” collection, featuring not just Kesha, but a whole crew of artists showing off their holiday glow-ups. Among the lineup, we’ve got:
– Dasha revving up with “Driving Home for Christmas”
– Max Richter getting emotional with “River”
– Mark Ambor zooming around with “Run Rudolph Run”
– Miel San Marcos bringing the spirit with “Emmanuel”
Basically, it’s a holiday playlist so well-rounded it could replace the weird fruitcake your aunt insists on bringing every year.
Spotify’s Praise: Kesha’s the Holiday Hero We Needed
Talia Kraines from Spotify practically sent a love letter about Kesha to Billboard. In summary:
“Kesha took this wild 80s jam and boom—time-traveled it into today’s playlist, making us feel like we’re in a girl gang with The Go-Go’s and The Bangles. Honestly, the song slaps so hard, it could make the Grinch twerk.”
Kraines added, “Kesha was the perfect choice for this because—surprise, surprise—her music explodes during the holiday season. Apparently, there’s something about screaming ‘Tik Tok’ on New Year’s Eve that just… hits different.” And let’s not forget “Timber,” which has become the official soundtrack for people aggressively making questionable life decisions at 11:59 PM.
Ready to Ride the “Holiday Road”?
So, if you’re looking for a holiday bop with a side of nostalgia, a pinch of road trip chaos, and a sprinkle of Kesha magic, this one’s for you. Forget the eggnog—this year, we’re sipping whatever Kesha’s serving.
Listen to “Holiday Road” and get ready to sleigh all season long! 🎄🚗