Warm songs to listen to in winter: a collection of music that will gently warm your heart
As winter arrives, many of us find ourselves wanting to listen to music that warms the heart.
From love songs filled with a happy atmosphere to tracks overflowing with love that depict bonds with family and friends, and songs that tell moving stories—the messages woven into the lyrics are all unique.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of songs that will warm your heart just by listening.
Be sure to read the lyrics as you listen and find the one song that warms your heart.
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Warm songs to listen to in winter: A collection of heartwarming music (21–30)
Because it’s a cold night…TRF
This is the quintessential winter song.
It sings about wanting to be together, using the cold night as the reason.
I always want to be with you, but on those extra-chilly days when we can snuggle close, I want it even more.
I used to listen to it when I was at that age where you want to act a little more grown-up.
Winter TaleKetsumeishi
When you think of Ketsumeishi, you might picture fun summertime songs, but this track sings of winter’s poignancy.
The rap verses have lyrics that really resonate, and many listeners will probably find them relatable when they listen closely.
This song will help you associate Ketsumeishi with winter, too.
The vocals are heartrending yet powerful, and they’re uplifting.
everlasting snowAimer
The song Everlasting Snow, which was used as the theme for the information program Hiruobi!, features lyrics that evoke snowy scenes.
While it’s a poignant ballad, it also sings of kindness and miracles.
Aimer’s winter song, which is drawing attention from young listeners, is one you should definitely hear at least once!
Kiss Me, WinterFIVE NEW OLD
This song portrays the bittersweet feelings of winter love, with an impressive sound grounded in R&B and pop.
It’s easy to empathize with the attempt to thaw a frozen heart amid the cold season.
Released in November 2023 by the Kobe-based band FIVE NEW OLD, the track was also selected as FM Yokohama’s winter campaign song.
The synthesizer tones and gentle rhythms evoke the chill of winter air while creating a warm sound.
It’s a smooth, intimate track you’ll want to listen to alone on a winter night—not only for those troubled by love.
Snow Magic FantasySEKAI NO OWARI
Breaking out of the rock scene and winning popularity even among listeners who don’t usually listen to rock, the band SEKAI NO OWARI—this song of theirs is indispensable as a winter tune! Among their tracks, especially the early ones, it has a charming, playful atmosphere overflowing with a sense of fantasy.
The lyrics depict a love story with a snow fairy, blending cuteness with a touch of melancholy; listening to it in this season when we long for warmth is sure to make your heart tighten.
Winter Hot MusicYUI
YUI’s song “Winter Hot Music” is a track included as the B-side to her 2007 single “Rolling star.” It reached No.
4 on the Oricon Singles Chart and was later featured the following year on the B-sides best album “MY SHORT STORIES.” The lyrics, which capture the struggle many people feel on winter mornings, are likely to resonate with listeners.
With a calm tempo and gentle sound, “Winter Hot Music” is a heartwarming song that is quintessentially YUI.
I’m in love.Every Little Thing
A classic winter song that makes your heart dance in a world of silver.
It’s a 2008 March release by Every Little Thing.
It was issued as a double A-side single with “Fuyu ga Hajimaru yo,” featuring Noriyuki Makihara.
The lyrics, which sing of warm feelings of love even in the cold of winter, are striking, and the gentle, moving melody lingers in your heart.
Kaori Mochida’s clear, expansive vocals are truly perfect for expressing the feeling of being in love.
It’s a ballad I’d highly recommend for karaoke, too.