There's nothing that sets the mood like music and nothing to ruin one like music. A good playlist is crucial on a night when unwanted comments about your marital status or political comments usually pop up and quickly raise temperaments.

Since you'll be busy cooking up a feast and probably won't have time to create a playlist to complement the pies and drinks, we've created one for you. Allow Mariah Carey, Miley Cyrus and The Drifters, among others, help you strike the right note with your guests.

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