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 (41–50)
holly (Japanese holly tree, Ilex crenata)Do As Infinity
This is a song by Do As Infinity that portrays a heart chilled like winter.
It’s striking how it builds from a quiet atmosphere centered on piano and acoustic guitar to a grander development as strings gradually join in.
While the sound is relaxed, there’s a certain tension that comes through, which seems to amplify the message of the vocals.
The lyrics, which appear to focus on the fragile parts of the human heart, resonate with the kind of regret anyone might feel.
WinterELLEGARDEN
ELLEGARDEN, affectionately known as Ellegarden or Ellegarden (Elre), broke roughly a decade of silence to restart in 2018.
Among their songs are ones that perfectly fit each of the four seasons, and, as the title suggests, “Winter” is a track I highly recommend for the wintertime.
The crisp, dry drum sound really captures a winter vibe.
The moment when the rhythm shifts into the chorus is irresistibly powerful.
Their other winter song, “Santa Claus,” is also essential for any winter playlist, so be sure to give it a listen!
SubtitleOfisharu Higedan Dism
A song that conveys kindness and warmth.
Expressing the heat found within coldness, this track was released in October 2022.
It garnered attention as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “silent,” and it’s packed with the charm of Official HIGE DANDism.
It begins with gentle piano tones, and in the chorus, a powerful vocal performance stirs the heart.
The lyrics, which sing about the power of words and the difficulty of conveying feelings, resonated with many people.
It’s a winter song that makes you want to deliver its message to someone important to you.
Snowing DayRihwa
Bursting with energy! It’s an adorable song.
When you think of winter songs, you often imagine gentle, subdued tunes, but a bright, catchy track like this is wonderful too.
It’s a charming love song that sings about a special someone, weaving in winter-themed keywords.
Heroineback number
It’s a bittersweet love song about spending a snowy day with someone you love.
It’s a track by the three-piece rock band back number, known for songs like “Dai Fuseikai” and “Aoi Haru,” released in 2015 as their 11th single.
The warm vocals really sink into your heart.
You can also hear Christmas-like tones that conjure up images of a snow-covered cityscape.
Since it was used in a commercial, many people have probably heard it.
Love Garmentimase
imase’s music has a gentle warmth, like a cup of hot milk tea on a cold day.
Released on February 5, 2024, this song is a lovely love song that makes you forget the winter chill.
Born from a collaboration project with Kirin Afternoon Tea, it features a country-style sound and distinctive strings.
It expresses the warm feelings lovers share during cold days together through the metaphor of “koi-goromo” (love’s garment).
It’s a track that makes you think, “Love is wonderful.”
Winter Giftmosao.
This is a winter song that gently and wistfully portrays a wintry landscape.
Mosawo’s warm vocals sing of being in love against the backdrop of a snow-filled town.
Released in November 2020, the track is brimming with Christmas spirit.
It expresses the desire to spend special moments with a partner and to convey feelings to someone important.
It’s perfect for listening on a cold winter’s day, sipping hot cocoa in a cozy room.
It’s the kind of song that makes you want to give a heartfelt gift to someone you love.