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Kylie Minogue Makes History with First Christmas Number 1

12/19/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Kylie Minogue has secured the UK Christmas Number 1 for 2025 with the single "XMAS," marking her first-ever Christmas chart-topper and her eighth UK Number 1 overall.
At 57, she becomes the first female artist to reach Number 1 singles across four decades.
Wham!'s "Last Christmas" finished in second place behind "XMAS."
Kylie's success also marks Amazon Music's first Christmas Number 1.

History

Historical Context

In 1973, Slade's "Merry Xmas Everybody" became the UK's Christmas number one, selling over 1.5 million copies and establishing a festive music tradition. This legacy continues with Kylie's recent achievement as the first female artist to top the Christmas chart across four decades, reflecting the evolving landscape of pop music and the growing influence of digital platforms like Amazon Music.

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Story summary

Kylie Minogue has secured the UK Christmas Number 1 for 2025 with the single "XMAS," marking her first-ever Christmas chart-topper and her eighth UK Number 1 overall.
At 57, she becomes the first female artist to reach Number 1 singles across four decades.
Wham!'s "Last Christmas" finished in second place behind "XMAS."
Kylie's success also marks Amazon Music's first Christmas Number 1.

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