Olivia Rodrigo has finally made a Christmas song. On Friday, November 6, 2026, the pop star released “take me home (4 christmas),” her first-ever holiday single. The Olivia Rodrigo Christmas song arrives with a funny music video starring Cynthia Nixon and Ben Marshall, and it already looks like a strong contender for the Christmas charts.
Here is everything you need to know about the new track, the video and what it means for Olivia’s big 2026.
What Is “take me home (4 christmas)” About?
The song is not a sad ballad. Instead, it is a jaunty pop-rock holiday tune with a violin melody and a danceable beat. The lyrics are witty and a little bit cheeky.
At its heart, the song is about commitment. Olivia sings about a partner bringing her home to meet the parents for the first time at Christmas. It is nervous, sweet and funny at the same time, which is exactly the kind of storytelling that made songs like “drivers license” and “vampire” so popular.
Who Wrote and Produced the Song?
Olivia co-wrote “take me home (4 christmas)” with her longtime collaborator Dan Nigro and hit songwriter Amy Allen. Nigro also produced the track. Together, Olivia and Nigro have written all three of her albums, so fans will recognise the sound right away.
The Music Video With Cynthia Nixon and Ben Marshall
The video is a mini holiday comedy. Olivia and Ben Marshall, the Saturday Night Live star, play a couple visiting his parents for Christmas. Cynthia Nixon, famous for Sex and the City, plays his mother.
What follows is a series of awkward family moments, including one scene where the boyfriend’s mom walks in on Olivia at the worst possible time. It is playful, warm and very easy to rewatch, so expect it to go viral on TikTok and Reels this December.
Vinyl, Cassette and Where to Listen
The single was released through Interscope Records on all streaming platforms. In addition, Olivia is selling an exclusive 7-inch vinyl and a cassette through her official store. In the UK, the vinyl is also available through HMV.
Could It Be the Christmas Number One?
In the UK, the race for the Christmas Number One is one of the biggest events of the music year. According to the Official Charts Company, the 2026 Christmas chart week runs from Friday, December 18, to Thursday, December 24, and the winner will be revealed on Christmas Day.
Olivia already has four UK Number 1 singles: “drivers license,” “good 4 u,” “vampire” and “drop dead.” As a result, many fans believe “take me home (4 christmas)” could become her fifth, and her first Christmas chart-topper. However, nothing is decided yet. Classic songs by Mariah Carey and Wham! return to the top every December, so the competition will be tough.
Olivia Rodrigo’s Huge 2026
This Christmas song caps off a remarkable year for the 23-year-old singer:
- Her third album, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, became her third consecutive UK Number 1 album in June.
- “drop dead” gave her a fourth UK Number 1 single.
- Her remix of “expectations” with Chappell Roan has become one of the biggest songs of the fall, sitting in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100.
- She is currently on The Unraveled Tour across North America, with stops in Philadelphia, Atlanta, Nashville, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Brooklyn still to come.
Want to see who else is ruling the charts right now? Check our list of the top male singers of 2026 and the latest music news on MusiccStar.
FAQ
When was “take me home (4 christmas)” released?
It was released on Friday, November 6, 2026, through Interscope Records.
Is this Olivia Rodrigo’s first Christmas song?
Yes. It is her first-ever holiday single and a brand-new original song, not a cover.
Who is in the music video?
The video stars Olivia Rodrigo, Cynthia Nixon and Ben Marshall.
Who wrote the song?
Olivia Rodrigo, Dan Nigro and Amy Allen wrote it, and Dan Nigro produced it.
Photo: Olivia Rodrigo at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards by iHeartRadioCA via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped and text added by MusiccStar.