Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning album debuts at No. 2 on Billboard's Holiday Albums chart and No. 1 on the Comedy Albums chart, marking his return to music after a decade.

 Jimmy Fallon’s latest album, Holiday Seasoning, has quickly made its mark on the Billboard charts. Released just in time for the festive season, it debuts at No. 2 on Billboard’s Top Holiday Albums chart and No. 1 on the Comedy Albums chart for the week dated November 16. This festive release marks Fallon’s first album since 2012, and fans are clearly thrilled to see him back on the music scene.

With nearly 13,000 equivalent album units earned in the U.S. during its debut week (ending on November 7), Holiday Seasoning has achieved impressive numbers. Traditional album sales alone accounted for around 12,000 of those units, illustrating the strong demand for Fallon’s blend of humor and holiday spirit.

Strong Sales for Holiday Seasoning

The majority of Holiday Seasoning’s success comes from traditional album sales, reflecting the enthusiasm of fans eager to own the physical copy of Fallon’s work. These high sales have helped propel the album to the No. 1 spot on the Comedy Albums chart, making it Fallon’s second chart-topper in the comedy category after his 2012 album Blow Your Pants Off.

The holiday album also secured positions on multiple charts beyond just holiday and comedy genres. It debuted at No. 3 on the Top Album Sales chart and even reached No. 9 on the Vinyl Albums chart. These achievements showcase Fallon’s broad appeal and his ability to attract listeners across different formats and genres.

Success Across Multiple Charts

Alongside its chart-topping status on the Comedy Albums chart, Holiday Seasoning’s strong performance places it in a competitive spot among other holiday albums. This debut comes as five holiday albums make appearances on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart. Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning enters at No. 84, joining a festive lineup that includes classics from artists like Mariah Carey and Vince Guaraldi.

The Nov. 16-dated Billboard charts are set to refresh on Tuesday, November 12, and industry watchers are eager to see if Fallon’s album will continue to rise in popularity as the holiday season unfolds.

Notable Collaborations on Holiday Seasoning

Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning boasts an impressive lineup of collaborations with some of the biggest names in music. Among the previously released tracks, Holiday Seasoning includes “It Was a… (Masked Christmas),” featuring Ariana Grande and Megan Thee Stallion, and “Almost Too Early for Christmas” with the legendary Dolly Parton.

In addition to these hits, the album features new collaborations that add a unique twist to Fallon’s holiday offering. Notable tracks include “Holiday” with the Jonas Brothers, “You’ll Be There” with Justin Timberlake, and a fun, polka-themed track, “New Year’s Eve Polka (5-4-3-2-1),” featuring “Weird Al” Yankovic and The Roots. The blend of comedy and music in these collaborations has resonated with audiences and contributed to the album’s strong chart performance.

Michael Bublé’s Christmas Album Tops the Charts

While Holiday Seasoning has captured fans' attention, Michael Bublé’s Christmas album reclaims the top spot on Billboard’s Top Holiday Albums chart. The album jumps from No. 3 to No. 1, marking its 53rd nonconsecutive week as the leading holiday album on the chart. This impressive run further cements Bublé’s status as a holiday music favorite, with over 13,000 equivalent album units (up by 190%) pushing his album to the top.

The longevity of Bublé’s album on the charts exemplifies the appeal of traditional holiday music, which continues to attract listeners of all ages each year.

Holiday Albums on the Billboard 200

The Billboard 200 chart, encompassing albums across all genres, has welcomed a lineup of classic and new holiday releases. In addition to Holiday Seasoning debuting at No. 84, Bublé’s Christmas re-enters the chart at No. 72, Mariah Carey’s Merry Christmas lands at No. 93, Bing Crosby’s new compilation Ultimate Christmas debuts at No. 150, and Vince Guaraldi Trio’s beloved soundtrack A Charlie Brown Christmas re-enters at No. 170.

The presence of multiple holiday albums on the Billboard 200 is a seasonal tradition, as fans turn to familiar tunes and nostalgic favorites to mark the holidays. Each year, the holiday spirit brings these albums back to the forefront, demonstrating their enduring popularity and cultural significance.

Holiday Albums Continue to Shine Through the Season

As December approaches, Billboard’s Top Holiday Albums chart will continue to track the season’s biggest holiday hits. Published weekly, this chart captures the festive releases that define the holiday music landscape. Following its seasonal appearance, the Holiday Albums chart typically dashes away in early January, returning to the Billboard lineup the next October as the festive season draws near once more.

Fans of Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning can look forward to seeing how it performs in the coming weeks. Fallon’s fresh take on holiday music and comedy, combined with his star-studded collaborations, has already proven successful. As the album continues to reach listeners, it might just become a new holiday classic.