Lovely winter song

Winter songs with lyrics that really hit home. Winter tunes you’ll want to listen to closely.

POPS writer/editorKEI
Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.
Keyboard playerSAKI
I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”

When you think of winter songs, what kind of tunes come to mind?

There are upbeat tracks that joyfully sing about Christmas and snowy scenery, as well as tender, beautiful love ballads—songs that portray happy couples or bittersweet heartbreak.

In this article, we’ll highlight winter favorites with particularly great lyrics.

We’ve included not only love songs for that special someone, but also tracks that celebrate love in a broader, more universal sense, so we hope you’ll find a new favorite!

Winter songs with lyrics that hit home. Winter tracks to savor (11–20)

Snow Song – yukiutaNEW!Myuk

Myuk – Snow Song – yukiuta (Music Video)

Snow Song - yukiutaNEW!Myuk

Inspired by “The Grateful Crane,” this song portrays a heartrending farewell with a loved one.

The lyrics, which employ a distinctive, folk-like melodic phrasing and archaic expressions, beautifully capture both the chill of a snowy landscape and the pain of the heart.

Released by Myuk in December 2025, the track drew major attention, surpassing a cumulative 30 million plays on social media even in its demo stage.

Its sound, blending acoustic warmth with digital textures, feels contemporary yet somehow nostalgic.

It’s the perfect number for a quiet night with steady snowfall, when you want to immerse yourself alone in the world of the lyrics.

As her first self-composed song in about two years, it’s a track brimming with her charm—be sure to give it a listen.

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Aimyon – Heart [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

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Singer-songwriter Aimyon has gained widespread popularity across generations thanks to the massive hit of her 5th single, “Marigold.” Her 12th single, “Heart,” was selected as the theme song for the TV drama “Only Just Married” (Konin Todoke ni Han o Oshita Dake desu ga).

The lyrics, which evoke the image of a love that has yet to be rewarded, link with the chilly seasonal scenery and stir up a sentimental mood.

With a gentle, sprightly sound that heightens the sense of poignancy, it’s a pop tune that’s both cute and tinged with melancholy.

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Yukikazesupittsu

Spitz – “Yukikaze” Special Video

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This song vividly conjures up the frigid cold of the far north and the beautiful silver-white landscape that spreads out there.

Spitz’s characteristically translucent melodies and poetic lyrics seep into the heart.

Masamune Kusano is said to have written it with images of Norwegian scenery in mind, and the sound is striking for the warmth it conveys amid the harsh cold.

Released in April 2015 as their 40th single, it was also used as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo drama “Fuben na Benriya.” The song was later included on the album “Samenai.” It’s perfect for listening quietly alone in a snow-laden season, or while thinking of someone special.

A winter classic that lets you feel a light like hope within the cold wind.

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Snow MenHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Snow Men (Official Video)

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This is a number by Gen Hoshino, a singer-songwriter who shows his multifaceted talents not only in music but also as an actor and writer.

It’s included on the album YELLOW DANCER, released in December 2015, and was written as the theme song for Shiseido Maquillage’s web movie Snow Beauty.

Snow tends to evoke a cold image, but the groove rooted in Black music and the gently feverish vocals create a pleasantly warm feeling.

The mature sound is captivating, as if the quiet of falling snow coexists with a hidden inner passion.

It’s a track you’ll want to savor on a winter night when you’d like to spend a romantic, moody time—distinct from lively winter songs.

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Sound of SnowNEW!Novelbright

Novelbright – The Sound of Snow [Official Music Video]

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This is a heartwarming love ballad by Novelbright, distinguished by its beautiful piano and strings.

It delicately portrays earnest feelings for a loved one and the hope for the new scenery the two will see together.

The melody gently envelops listeners’ hearts, brimming with warmth that makes you forget the chill of winter.

Released as a digital single in December 2023, it was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime A Sign of Affection.

How about giving it a careful listen on the way home from a winter date with someone special, or on a night when you want to immerse yourself in a mellow love song?

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Before winter endsShimizu Shota

Shota Shimizu “Before Winter Ends” MV

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Especially recommended for those in long-distance relationships.

This piece by singer-songwriter Shota Shimizu, also known for songs like “FOREVER LOVE,” was released in 2011 as his 12th single.

The lyrics, which wish happiness for lovers separated by distance, really hit home.

Cold seasons make us long for human warmth, don’t they? Listening to this song at such times will surely bring you comfort.

It might also be nice for couples to listen together to reaffirm their relationship.

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Winter songs with lyrics that really hit home. Winter tracks you’ll want to listen to closely (21–30)

Before it turns whiteNEW!Ryuya Miyase

Ryubi Miyase (Miyase Ryuya) – Before It Turns White [Official Music Video]

Before it turns white NEW! Ryubi Miyase

Set to a light, jazzy pop sound, this winter song celebrates the arrival of the season and budding romance.

Actor Ryubi Miyase wrote the lyrics under the name “Ryubi Miyase,” infusing them with a desire to vividly capture both the cityscape before it turns completely white with snow and the moments spent with a loved one.

The track was newly written as the opening theme for Miyase’s first leading drama, “First Love of the Snowdrop,” which began airing in October 2024.

It was released for streaming to coincide with the broadcast and was packaged as a long-awaited first single in December 2024.

With stylish chord progressions and a sweet, soothing vocal, it’s perfect for nights when you want to sink into a romantic mood.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who wants to enjoy a winter romance while reflecting on the drama’s storyline.

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