[By Scene] Christmas Karaoke Song Catalog: From Classics to the Newest Hits

Before winter endsShimizu Shota

Shota Shimizu “Before Winter Ends” MV

It’s a bittersweet love song that longs for a reunion with a lover just before the end of winter.

Shota Shimizu’s warm vocals beautifully capture the loneliness and heartache of a long-distance relationship.

Released in March 2012, this track is included on Shimizu’s ninth album, and its soulful melody resonates deeply.

The lyrics, which contrast the cold of winter with the warmth of the heart, are memorable, and the image of feelings for a loved one piling up like snow is truly beautiful.

It’s the perfect song to sing at karaoke during the Christmas season while thinking of someone special.

Highly recommended for those separated from their partners or those with unrequited love.

Snow Magic FantasySEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI “Snow Magic Fantasy”

One of SEKAI NO OWARI’s signature songs, “Snow Magic Fantasy,” has gained major popularity on the J-pop scene.

As the title includes the word “Fantasy,” its charming appeal lies in a cute atmosphere that feels like you’ve stepped into a fairy-tale world.

The robot-like effect on vocalist Fukase’s voice seems like it could be recreated with the voice changer feature on a karaoke machine!

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Hane Keisuke

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Starbucks, Me and You (English Ver.)Hirai Dai

Hirai Dai / Starbucks, Me and You (English Ver.) Lyric Video

As a Christmas song that colors the Reiwa era, “Starbucks, Me and You” was released by Dai Hirai on December 16, 2021.

It’s one of a series of consecutive digital singles created in collaboration with Starbucks.

His signature husky voice further elevates the track, and episodes shared by Starbucks customers and baristas are woven in, inviting listeners to relate.

It’s a song that brings a fresh breeze to today’s Christmas season—if you haven’t heard it yet, be sure to check it out!

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miyabi

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Santa ClausELLEGARDEN

Ellegarden-Santaclaus Live

If you’re a fan of Japanese rock, this is probably the song that comes to mind when you think of Christmas tunes.

It’s a track from ELLEGARDEN—who sit at the heart of the J-rock scene—featured on their 2002 album “DON’T TRUST ANYONE BUT US.” While ELLEGARDEN is known for their fast-paced, high-energy songs, this one has a slightly romantic vibe.

The lyrics express a desire to give everything for a loved one, even if it means putting everything else aside—something many people in love or with a special partner might relate to.

The song’s dynamic shifts are especially appealing, so try paying attention to how you deliver each part when you sing it!

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Hane Keisuke

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Christmas EveYuuri

Yuuri 'Christmas Eve' Official Music Video

When it comes to Yuuri’s Christmas songs, this is the one! Released in November 2022, this track beautifully blends a bittersweet love with the atmosphere of Christmas.

Yuuri’s delicate vocals vividly portray feelings for a former lover.

The warm tone of the music, like the flicker of a fireplace, and the poignant lyrics really resonate.

If you sing it at karaoke, try to emulate Yuuri’s natural singing style.

Christmas StoryAmatsuki

Christmas Story / Amatsuki [Original]

Amatsuki, whose popularity took off after he started posting videos on YouTube, is now also active as a voice actor and pro gamer, so many people may have discovered him through those fields as well.

One of his works themed around Christmas is “Christmas Story.” This song portrays the feelings of a student hoping that something special might happen at Christmas.

If you watch the comic-style music video before singing, I think you’ll be able to put even more emotion into it.

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By the time of the Christmas carolsInagaki Junichi

Junichi Inagaki – When It's Christmas Carol Time (Official Music Video)

Throughout the long history of Japanese pop music, many Christmas songs have been created, but among those with an especially cool vibe, people in their 60s might first think of “Kurismasu Kyaroru no Koro ni wa.” While its flashy arrangement is striking, the vocal line is composed and the range is relatively narrow at mid1 D# to mid2 G#.

It can get the crowd going whether you sing it low or raise the key and add some shouts, so try it in whatever style you like.

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Ryo

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