Christmas Love Songs: Romantic Tracks to Listen to on a Holy Night
When it comes to December events, it has to be the holy night—Christmas.
In this article, we’re introducing love songs that are perfect for Christmas, especially for couples or anyone in love with someone special.
We’ve put together a wide range: the classic Christmas tunes, romantic songs that deepen the bond between two people, love songs to listen to while spending Christmas thinking of your crush, and even bittersweet breakup songs for a lonely Christmas.
If you’re “looking for the perfect love songs for Christmas,” be sure to check these out.
Every track is an excellent pick for a special Christmas BGM!
- Songs to give to your lover or someone you like. Love songs devoted wholeheartedly to your boyfriend or girlfriend.
- A mutual-love Christmas song. A love song you’ll want to listen to on the holy night.
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[Christmas Love Songs] Romantic Songs to Listen to on the Holy Night (41–50)
Santa Girl feat. nishinaWurtS
WurtS, an artist drawing attention for experimental music that defies genre boundaries.
This track, featured as the final song on the 1st album “Once Upon a Revival,” is a Christmas duet love song with Nishina.
Its charm lies in a catchy melody that evokes classic ’90s J-pop and a sound that skillfully fuses elements of alternative rock and disco.
The sweet yet bittersweet lyrics and poppy, sing-along hook will liven up any party.
Released in December 2021, it appears on the album that won the Grand Prize at the 14th CD Shop Awards 2022.
Blending nostalgia with freshness, it’s a highly recommended song that listeners of all generations can enjoy together at a Christmas party.
[Christmas Love Songs] Romantic Songs to Listen to on the Holy Night (51–60)
Winter MagicKARA
KARA’s fifth Japanese single, released in October 2011, is a romantic mid-tempo love song that depicts the feelings of winter romance.
Written and composed by Simon Isogai, it blends a warm, ’90s J-pop-inspired melody with crystal-clear vocals.
Interweaving imagery of snow and starry skies, the song delicately conveys a poignant longing for a lover’s warmth on a cold winter night, striking an appealing balance between intimate storytelling and a sense of dynamism.
It reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, sold over 120,000 copies in total, and was certified Gold by the RIAJ.
It is also included on the Japanese album “Super Girl.” It’s the perfect track for a special Christmas-season night with your partner, or for quietly spending a winter evening while thinking of someone dear.
Happy ChristmasAI
At the time, AI’s first single release in three years began with a Christmas song.
It’s a perfect track for Christmas with a wintry feel.
It’s reputed to be an essential song for spending Christmas with someone special.
A happy Christmas is one spent with someone you love… If you like it, please enjoy it together as background music!
On Christmas nightGReeeeN
GReeeeN is a vocal group that has produced numerous hit songs.
One track that drew attention is Christmas no Yoru ni, included on their 2021 album Baby Tooth.
The song portrays the excitement of heading out on a Christmas date and the bittersweet feelings of love.
Each lyrical expression is finely crafted, making it easy to relate emotionally.
The melody is gently arranged with the piano at its core.
Be sure to give it a listen when you want to create a romantic atmosphere.
EverythingMISIA
A recommended moist and tender winter love ballad is MISIA’s smash hit “Everything.” Released in 2000 as her seventh single, it was chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Yamato Nadeshiko” and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
The majestic string arrangement and lyrics overflowing with feelings for a beloved person really resonate.
The music video also depicts snowfall in the cold winter, making it a perfect song for Christmas!
Can’t Wait ‘Til ChristmasUtada Hikaru
‘Can’t Wait ‘Til Christmas’ is a song included on the album ‘Utada Hikaru SINGLE COLLECTION VOL.2.’ It’s a Christmas song with a calm atmosphere and strikingly profound lyrics.
Its gentle melody is perfect for winter.
It’s a mature love song you’ll want to keep listening to while waiting for Christmas.
With you ～Luv merry X’mas～EXILE ATSUSHI
A gem of a love ballad that paints a warm, tender time spent with someone special on a holy night.
EXILE ATSUSHI’s sweet, richly textured vocals meld with the smooth, R&B-tinged melody, resulting in a track you can savor slowly.
Originally a song by the vocal group LUVandSOUL, it’s also known for being covered in December 2008 by COLOR, a group produced by ATSUSHI.
It’s the perfect song for strolling through streets aglow with illuminations or spending a cozy Christmas night indoors—one that will leave you enchanted by its beautiful harmonies.