Disney songs to listen to at Christmas: a collection of classics that color the holiday season

We Need a Little Christmas

We Need a Little Christmas

This is a song from the Christmas album of the musical drama Glee, which sparked a boom in the U.S.

and in Japan.

It captures the fun Christmas party vibe of the characters spending their youth in a high school glee club, just like in the show.

Be sure to watch the series as well, and listen while soaking in the flavor of an American Christmas party.

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Overture (The Nightmare Before Christmas)

The Nightmare Before Christmas Soundtrack part 1

The opening title song from the film The Nightmare Before Christmas, created by Tim Burton.

It’s a curious piece where an ominous atmosphere coexists with the cheerful spirit of Christmas.

The original concept of blending Halloween with Christmas—a bold and innovative idea—is reflected in the music as well.

A masterpiece that crafted a new image of Christmas.

Wish Upon a StarDizunī “Pinokio”

[Disney] When You Wish Upon a Star

This classic was sung by Jiminy Cricket as the theme song for Disney’s 1940 animated feature Pinocchio.

While it isn’t specifically a Christmas song, its romantic message about wishing on a star shining in the winter night sky fits perfectly with the Christmas mood.

The song won Best Original Song at the 13th Academy Awards and ranked 7th on the American Film Institute’s “100 Years…100 Songs.” Long used in Disney’s opening logo, it truly symbolizes Disney itself.

How about singing it together near the end of your Christmas party, when you’re reluctant to say goodbye to the fun?

Frozen Fantasy Parade 2018

Frozen Fantasy Parade (Edited Version)

This is the music used in the special “Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Fantasy” held at Disneyland.

It’s a work depicted as an after-story to Frozen.

A must-see for fans—sure to bring back lots of memories from the movie!

You can fly too!

You Can Fly! You Can Fly! You Can Fly! [Peter Pan]

This is a song from the play Peter Pan, the story of the adventures of Peter Pan, who lives in Neverland, and Wendy and her brothers, who live in London.

It’s sung in the scene where Wendy and the others, thrilled to discover they can fly thanks to Tink the fairy’s magic dust, celebrate their newfound ability to soar.

Flying through the sky is just like Santa Claus arriving on his sleigh.

You might enjoy imagining how Santa felt the very first time he flew in his sleigh—maybe just like this!

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The Perfect Gift

Joshua Bassett – The Perfect Gift (HSMTMTS | Disney+)

Featured in a special holiday-season episode, this song captivates with a melody that warmly envelopes thoughts of someone dear.

In the story, the protagonist performs it as a Christmas gift for their partner, carrying the romantic message, “You are the perfect present.” It’s a recommended track for Christmas Eve with a loved one or as background music when you want to express your feelings to someone special.

Perhaps this song could give you the courage to confess your love.

Sofia the First Theme Song

Sofia the First | Theme Song | @disneyjuniorjp

A story of an ordinary girl who suddenly becomes a princess—this theme song brightly and briskly portrays that dreamlike turning point.

Though only about 50 seconds long, it vividly impresses themes of learning such as kindness and integrity.

Included on the 2013 soundtrack “Sofia the First,” it served as the beloved opening for the series that aired from 2013 to 2018.

It’s a song that lets children who admire princesses, as well as families who enjoy Disney works together, savor the anticipation of a sparkling new world through music.