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 (51–60)

Tie a ribbon around my affectionLittle Glee Monster

Little Glee Monster – Tie a Ribbon on Tenderness / THE FIRST TAKE

Tie a ribbon around my affectionLittle Glee Monster

This song, which was chosen as the theme for the “Coca-Cola Winter Campaign 2019” and became a hot topic, is by the girls’ vocal group Little Glee Monster and is included on their 2019 EP “I Feel The Light.” The lyrics say that Christmas Eve isn’t just a day to receive things, but a time to exchange feelings—an event where people all over the world can become happy.

It’s truly a wonderful way of thinking, isn’t it?

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Straightener, Motohiro Hata – “Akari” MUSIC VIDEO

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In the clear winter air, this is a song that lights a warm flame in the heart as you think of someone precious.

As the voices of Atsushi Horie and Motohiro Hata—each with their own distinct appeal—intertwine, you can feel the story gain a striking depth.

The gentle waltz rhythm mirrors the hurried steps on the way home, enveloping listeners in a tender mood.

Released in November 2017 as Straightener’s first collaborative single, it also drew attention for being featured in the winter campaign commercial for Nagasaki Huis Ten Bosch.

It was later included on the album “Future Soundtrack.” Give it a listen on those homeward walks in the season when we long for connection—when you want a quiet warmth to rest close to your heart.

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SNOW SOUND[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – SNOW SOUND (MV)

SNOW SOUND[Alexandros]

This song, “SNOW SOUND” by [Alexandros], which was also the theme song for JR SKISKI in 2016–2017.

From the synthesizer in the intro, you can already picture winter and snow.

Released in 2017 as [Alexandros]’s 14th single, it’s a love song that blends the delicate, beautiful image of snow with a winter romance—one that makes your heart ache in the best way.

It’s a track that conjures scenes of snow falling thick and fast, and a townscape gradually dyed white.

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GReeeeN – Yukinone

Sound of SnowGReeeeN

When it comes to youth songs and love songs, GReeeeN is a name that always comes up.

“Yuki no Ne” is GReeeeN’s 18th single, released in 2012.

The song was also used as the campaign song for JR East’s ‘JR SKI SKI’ 2012–2013 campaign, which draws attention every year.

It’s a poignant love song perfect for winter and snowy days—a track where the chill of the season suits it well and adds a touch of spice.

It’s a love song that will make hearts flutter, whether listened to by men or women.

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Winter songs with lyrics that really hit home. Wintry tracks you’ll want to savor (61–70)

Winter LightningArisu

Alice – Winter Lightning

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This is the 11th single by the folk group Alice, formed by members who had previously been active in a folk group, a soul band, and a rock band.

They gained popularity with a style that was rare in the Japanese music scene at the time.

Known as one of Alice’s signature songs, its distinctive melody and catchy phrases really stick in your head.

The title may not seem to make sense at first glance, but when you look at the lyrics—comparing the shock of heartbreak to a bolt of lightning—you realize there may be no more fitting words.

It’s a classic winter song whose impactful harmonies, created by uniquely individual vocalists, leave a strong impression.

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Winter sunlightKawaguchi Kyogo

Winter Sunshine * Kogo Kawaguchi

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Kyōgo Kawaguchi’s smash-hit single “Sakura,” released in 2003.

This song was included as its coupling track.

Carried by a slow, gentle rhythm and a melancholic, moody melody line, the vocals—sung in a restrained, understated manner—seep deep into the heart.

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STRAIGHTENER – Winter Sun (Dir: Hideaki Sunaga)

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I’d call “Fuyu no Taiyo” a single that packs all the best of Straightener into one song.

Released in 2014 as their 17th single, it’s also a crowd-pleaser at live shows.

The Japanese lyrics draw you in like you’re reading a story, while the melody builds momentum toward the chorus in a compelling rock tune.

The intro is memorable too, evoking the stillness of winter, and when it ends you’ll want to start it over again.

I hope you’ll listen while taking time to savor each and every line of the lyrics.

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