Timeless songs you’ll want to listen to in February: winter songs and Valentine’s songs.
February is the heart of winter and one of the coldest times of the year.
It’s a month of bone-chilling cold.
Amid cityscapes and beautiful snowy scenes, there are surely people lost in thought.
February is also full of events—Setsubun, Valentine’s Day—and some students are preparing for entrance exams.
So in this article, we’re picking out songs you’ll want to listen to in February!
We’ll introduce a variety of tracks: songs related to February’s events, motivational anthems that cheer you on, and love songs that capture winter’s longing for companionship.
Enjoy the classics of February while looking forward to the coming spring!
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Timeless songs you’ll want to listen to in February: winter songs and Valentine’s songs (41–50)
chocolateieiri reo
“Chocolate” by Leo Ieiri, whose solid vocal skills captivate listeners and who also writes and composes her own songs.
Released in 2014, it’s marked by a clear, translucent voice and gentle sound.
The lyrics, born from Ieiri’s own experience of unrequited love, are cute and soothing.
Listening to this song, which sings of the bittersweet feeling of not being able to give chocolate on Valentine’s Day, might help ease your heart.
As February arrives, I hope you’ll listen while thinking of someone special.
the first strong spring windkyandīzu
Despite being at the peak of their popularity, they suddenly announced their breakup, and the line “I want to go back to being an ordinary girl!!” became a buzzword of the time.
This is the legendary idol group Candies’ ninth single.
It was released as a single cut from the album “Toshishita no Otokonoko,” and, after being featured in a Hattori Watch Store commercial, it came to be known as one of Candies’ signature songs.
Its pop, high-speed feel is brimming with anticipation for the coming spring.
It’s a number that blows away the lingering February chill and makes you long for spring.
chocolateKiroro
This is a song by Kiroro—who have released many classic ballads like “To the Future” and “For a Long Time”—with the theme of love and chocolate.
It’s a rhythmic track, the complete opposite of Kiroro’s usual ballad style.
February is Valentine’s Day.
For those who have someone they like, it’s the day to make your move, right? The song’s protagonist doesn’t want to be led around by the person they’re interested in, yet also acknowledges that they’ve fallen in love, and you can feel their heart racing.
If you’re nursing a crush, definitely give it a listen.
Valentine KissWatari Rōka Hashiritai Nana
When it comes to Valentine’s Day, this is the song! Sayuri Kokusho’s “Valentine Kiss.” It’s famous for having been covered by many artists, and this version is sung by Watarirouka Hashiritai 7.
It was also used as the Mother’s Day campaign song for Seven & i Holdings, so many people have probably heard it in commercials.
The lyrics capture a cute girl’s feelings as she confesses to the boy she likes on Valentine’s Day.
It’s a tune you can’t help but hum along to, regardless of generation, isn’t it?
Winter, againGLAY
Am I the only one who thinks GLAY absolutely suits winter and snow? Their songs are the kind you want to listen to while the snow is piling up.
This track was often played as background music around town during the cold winter.
The chorus is nothing short of amazing.
Ballad of FebruaryKazuya Miwa
This is the second digital single by Kazuya Miwa, the solo project of Kazuya Miwa, the vocalist and guitarist of Narudora, a four-piece rock band from Gifu Prefecture.
The track is also included on his first album, Champon, and its arrangement featuring gentle piano tones is truly soothing.
The lyrics evoke a wintry chill in the air and vivid scenery, perfectly conjuring up the feeling of February just before spring arrives.
It’s an ideal number for the month of February, heightening the sense of anticipation for the new season to come.
I won’t let you go on Valentine’s Day!sutopuri
A sweet and romantic love-emo song that colors Strawberry Prince’s Valentine’s Day in February 2024.
A music video featuring a rainy-day date has also been released, heightening those feelings of being in love.
Written and composed by Noko of Shinsei Kamattechan, it features Strawberry Prince’s signature poppy, catchy melody.
It’s a track that turns the butterflies you feel on the way to deliver Valentine’s chocolates into pure excitement.
Perfect for when you want to renew your feelings for someone special or boost the fun vibes of the Valentine’s season!