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[For Middle School Students] A Roundup of Recommended Christmas Songs for Karaoke [2026]

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For junior high schoolers, the Christmas season overlaps with winter break, so lots of people probably get hyped up at karaoke with friends.

And during this time of year, you just want to sing Christmas songs, right?

That said, there are so many Christmas songs that you might find yourself wondering, “Which one should I pick…?”

So in this article, we’ll introduce Christmas songs that are perfect for junior high schoolers to sing at karaoke!

We’ve picked out everything from classics to the latest hits, so go ahead and choose the ones that suit you best.

[For Middle School Students] Recommended Christmas Karaoke Songs [2026] (1–10)

The Christmas loner cancel crowd!AMPTAKxCOLORS

[MV] Kribocchi Cancel Community! / AMPTAKxCOLORS [Amputack]

The Christmas loner cancel crowd!AMPTAKxCOLORS

A Christmas number packed with excitement, perfect for anyone looking forward to plans with friends! AMPTAKxCOLORS, a group active mainly on YouTube and streaming platforms, released this track in December 2024.

Despite the title “Kuribocchi” (a Japanese slang term for spending Christmas alone), the song is surprisingly bright and poppy, depicting a confession scene to someone you want to spend the holiday with.

It’s filled with quintessentially Christmas romantic imagery, like a fantastical ride through the night sky as reindeer and sharing slices of shortcake.

Written, composed, and arranged by Kiichi Tsurusaki, it carries on the lineage of Christmas songs he’s crafted so far, resulting in a classic love song.

It’s the perfect pick to hype up a karaoke session with friends!

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Merry Merry Thanks!!Morfonica

Merry Merry Thanks!!

Merry Merry Thanks!!Morfonica

A Christmas number included on Polyphony, the album released in March 2025 by Morfonica, the symphonic rock band from BanG Dream!.

It’s also featured in an in-game event, warmly singing about the sparkling cityscape and gratitude toward loved ones.

The lavish sound is enhanced by the violin, and a highlight is drummer Mika’s first solo vocal part.

Despite incorporating complex rhythmic structures in the performance, the bright, lighthearted melody makes your heart dance—perfect for livening up karaoke with friends.

The lyrics, celebrating the special day of Christmas, are sure to put a smile on everyone’s face!

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Christmas EveWuing

W-Wing “Christmas Eve” Official Music Video

Christmas EveWuing

A boys’ group gaining buzz on social media, Double Wing, released their 4th pre-release single in December 2024.

It’s a ballad that begins with everyday scenes like city lights and meeting up, and portrays how Christmas memories change as you grow from childhood to adulthood.

The mix of bittersweet emotions is carefully expressed over the song’s roughly 4 minutes and 39 seconds, unfolding with the passage of time.

The melody, equal parts wistful and warm, is perfect for the delicate first crushes many middle schoolers feel.

It’s a great pick when you want to feel a touch more grown-up at a Christmas karaoke outing with friends!

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It doesn’t have to be on Christmas Day.Yuika

It doesn’t have to be on Christmas Day / “Yuika” [MV]

It doesn’t have to be on Christmas Day.Yuika

Singer-songwriter Yuika, who has gained popularity on social media.

Released in December 2024, this medium-tempo track portrays a heartfelt desire to meet up—even if it’s not on Christmas Day.

Arranged by Takahiro Onagawa, it features a poignant sound that incorporates strings.

The lyrics express a single-minded devotion—willing to match the other person’s schedule, even after the holiday lights have been taken down—and depict a realistic romance that even middle schoolers can relate to.

The bittersweetness she deliberately embraced, despite usually aiming for happy endings, resonates deeply.

How about softly singing your feelings for someone you secretly like at a Christmas karaoke with friends?

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Christmas wishHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / Christmas Wish (Lyric Video)

Christmas wishHirai Dai

A warm winter song that gently conveys heartfelt wishes on Christmas night.

Released by Dai Hirai in December 2024, the track delicately and beautifully depicts feelings that grow stronger the more you long to see someone, like fragile falling snow.

His signature acoustic sound melds with bittersweet lyrics to create a simple yet deeply moving piece.

As the title track of the EP “Christmas Wish,” it appears alongside past winter-ready songs and demo recordings.

The promotion—which prioritized closeness with fans, including an early release on TikTok and a pop-up shop at Roppongi Tsutaya Books—also drew attention.

During winter break karaoke with friends, why not try singing it while emulating his delicate, gentle vocals?

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