Heartfelt: Recommended Touching Ballad Songs for Christmas [2026]
When you think of Christmas, many people picture it as an event for couples.
Because of that, there are lots of ballads with a romantic theme among Christmas songs.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of classic ballads that are perfect for the holiday season!
They range from songs that depict happy couples to ones that portray heartbreaking breakups.
Besides love songs, there are also moving tracks that are sure to touch your heart, so be sure to find the one that matches your mood.
Now, let’s dive into the world of Christmas ballads!
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Heart-Touching: Recommended Emotional Christmas Ballad Songs [2026] (41–50)
Tie a ribbon around my affectionLittle Glee Monster
It’s a Christmas song by the female vocal group Little Glee Monster, and many of you may have heard it in a Coca-Cola commercial.
It’s a superb ballad that especially highlights the beauty of their harmonies—their signature charm—and it’s so beautiful it can give you goosebumps.
They also performed this song on the popular YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE, where you can enjoy an even more raw, authentic vocal performance, so if you’re interested, be sure to check it out.
[Heart-Touching] Recommended Emotional Ballad Songs for Christmas [2026] (51–60)
Christmas NightOku Hanako
A Christmas ballad by singer-songwriter Hanako Oku released in 2018.
She has sung many love songs—especially heartbreak songs—and this track is another one that paints a truly aching, heart-wrenching story of lost love.
They spent Christmas together until last year, but this year she’s alone…
The protagonist’s lingering attachment and his wish for her to find happiness are deeply moving, bringing you to the verge of tears.
chicken riceHamada Masatoshi / Makihara Noriyuki
A collaboration single by Masatoshi Hamada of Downtown and singer-songwriter Noriyuki Makihara, who has many hit songs.
The track was born after Hamada half-jokingly asked for a song during their joint appearance on the music show “HEY! HEY! HEY! MUSIC CHAMP.” The lyrics, penned by Hitoshi Matsumoto, weave in episodes from his childhood and really tug at the heartstrings.
Beneath its pop sensibility, there’s a palpable sentimental atmosphere that, I think, made a striking statement within the Christmas-song category, which is often dominated by love songs.
It’s a J-pop classic that warms the heart with its portrayal of family bonds.
SNOW SMILEShimizu Shota
With its distinctly Christmassy sound, this song is a Christmas ballad sung by Shota Shimizu.
You can kind of tell from the lyrics that it depicts a long-distance couple finally meeting again at Christmas.
It captures the anticipation for that special day, the sadness of parting again once Christmas is over, and the promise to stay together forever.
It’s a winter ballad that portrays a lovers’ special day and makes your heart flutter when you listen to it.
Merry XmasBoA
Meri Kuri, a classic Christmas song by BoA, who was one of the first Korean artists to thrive in the 2000s, is a quintessential love ballad representing that era—perfect for the holiday season.
While many Christmas-themed love songs surprisingly tell of unfulfilled love, this one portrays a couple deeply in love, and listening to it leaves you with a warm feeling.
It’s a beautiful piece that perfectly suits the holy Christmas season, and its refreshing, pleasant melody line is a must-listen.
The Day I Learn About Love feat. Akari HayasakaHONEY WORKS
HoneyWorks’ “The Day I Learn What Love Is feat.
Akari Hayasaka” portrays the sweet-and-sour, heart-fluttering romance of Christmas.
It’s included on the 2017 album “Nando Datte, Suki ~Kokuhaku Jikkō Iinkai~.” The featured character Akari Hayasaka is voiced by voice actress Kana Asumi.
The lyrics depict buying a Christmas present and mustering the courage to confess your feelings.
Many people want to spend Christmas with the person they like and plan to confess on that day.
This song gives those people the courage to confess!
Someday Merry ChristmasB’z
A Christmas ballad by B’z whose appeal lies in its intense rock roots.
This song shows a different side of them, one that conveys tenderness and heartache.
In the lyrics, scenes from a few years ago—when the protagonist spent Christmas happily with someone special—are interwoven with scenes from after their breakup, spending Christmas alone.
The contrast between the joyful and the wistful, lonely depictions makes it all the more moving.
It’s a highly recommended track if you’re looking for a tear-jerking Christmas ballad.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced plenty of ballads that are perfect for Christmas.
In addition to songs that are explicitly about Christmas, we also picked out classic ballads that suit this season.
Since Christmas is often talked about in a particularly romantic way, that atmosphere naturally lingers in the music as well.
From songs with happy themes to those about heartbreak, there’s a wide range—so choose the one that best fits your mood!