[2026] K-pop Christmas songs: Korean tracks that color December

Lovin’ the ChristmasDAY6

DAY6(데이식스) “Lovin’ the Christmas” M/V

Since their 2015 debut, DAY6 have centered their music on pop rock, capturing the emotions of youth and everyday life.

They’re known as a bona fide band, with every member playing instruments and being deeply involved in writing and composing.

In December 2025, closing out the year that marked their 10th anniversary, they released their first-ever Christmas song.

Inspired by the Motown sound of the 1960s and ’70s, the track resonates with a comfortably rich blend of vintage groove and the fullness only a band can deliver.

The lyrics depict how the feeling of being in love can warm the cold season, resulting in a song that shimmers with festivity while leaving a lingering afterglow.

The music video features stop-motion animation using the band’s characters, “Ppetti-Merz,” bringing a picture-book-like warmth to the visuals.

A track where the intensity of a rock band melds with the joy of the holidays—perfect background music for spending December with someone special.

White Memoriesfromis_9

fromis_9 (프로미스나인) ‘하얀 그리움’ MV

A winter pop song to accompany the season when we start longing for the chill in the air has arrived from fromis_9.

Released in December 2025, this track is a remake that reinterprets singer Kim Min-jung’s 2001 winter hit through a contemporary sensibility.

Its airy choral work and clear vocals evoke the warm emotions nestled within snowy landscapes.

Carried by flowing synth riffs and a comfortable mid-tempo groove, it leaves a lingering afterglow of yearning and tenderness.

This is the group’s first new song in about six months since their June mini-album “From Our 20’s,” and it showcases fresh charms from the now five-member lineup.

Its gentle mood makes it perfect for the year-end holiday season.

Recommended for those looking to add to their winter playlists or enjoy music where nostalgia and novelty intersect.

Merry & HappyTwice

TWICE “Merry & Happy” M/V

It was released in December 2017 as a track on the Christmas-themed repackaged version of the album “Twicetagram.” It’s a bright pop song that portrays happy winter moments spent with a lover, emphasizing the warmth and affection that come with the cold season.

It has become a Christmas staple that represents K-pop, loved not only by TWICE fans but by many listeners every winter season.

With its upbeat rhythm and romantic lyrics, it brings joy and resonance to a wide audience.

KIIRASMASKIIRAS

KIIRAS(키라스) “KIIRASMAS” (Lyric video)

KIIRAS is a girl group that debuted in May 2025.

Comprising members from Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea, this multinational group has been drawing attention for being executive-produced by R&B singer-songwriter SAAY.

Their Christmas song released in December marks the group’s first seasonal track.

In a complete shift from the powerful concepts showcased on their debut EP “Kill Ma Bo$$” and single album “Bang Bang!”, this one is a warm, pop-inflected carol.

The harmonies, which make the most of each of the six members’ distinct vocal tones, capture the sparkle of winter and are heartwarming just to listen to.

It’s the perfect song to enhance the year-end holiday mood or to play as background music while spending time with someone special.

Christmas AlonetripleS

tripleS(트리플에스) ‘Christmas Alone’ Special Clip

The large-scale girl group tripleS—known for their fan-voted lineup changes and prolific unit projects—released the mini-album “Beyond Beauty” in November 2025.

This project EP is structured around four units—moon, sun, neptune, and zenith—with a finale group track that brightens the holiday season.

The song portrays spending Christmas night alone, yet instead of simply lamenting loneliness, it stands out for its forward-looking embrace of one’s own shine.

Motifs of starry skies and white snow outside the window evoke both ache and hope at once.

Its blend of sweetness and bittersweet tones is a better fit for a quiet night than a lively party.

It’s a track I’d recommend to anyone who wants a song to gently wrap around their solitary year-end moments.

Wish to WishYOONA

YOONA 윤아 ‘Wish to Wish’ MV

As a member of Girls’ Generation who has been active on the global stage and an actor who has made a strong impression in works like King the Land, Yoona continues to shine.

Her winter single, released in December 2025, is a mid-tempo track that modernly reinterprets ’80s pop.

Set to a light, orchestral arrangement, her soft, composed vocals resonate beautifully.

Yoona herself wrote the lyrics, which express gratitude for the love she has received from fans throughout the year and a wish to keep shining together moving forward.

The lyrics are sprinkled with imagery of stars and light, overflowing with a gentle warmth that feels like quietly reaffirming a bond with someone special.

The sound balances splendor and serenity, leaving a pleasant afterglow no matter how many times you listen.

It’s a perfect song for a Christmas night spent with a lover or friends, as well as for moments alone gazing at the winter nightscape.

Christmas EveLStray Kids

Stray Kids “Christmas EveL” M/V

Christmas EveL is a great recommendation even for a Christmas with no plans and nothing special going on.

Riding the wave after their EP Oddinary topped the U.S.

charts, Stray Kids released this track in 2021.

The theme is “bad kids of Christmas,” playing on the word “Evel,” which evokes “evil,” and Christmas Eve.

It even includes the gripes of a Santa delivering presents, making it an offbeat Christmas song—but that’s exactly why it feels realistic and easy to relate to.

From the middle of the music video onward, there are heartwarming, humorous scenes that will make you smile.

It’s a playful, fun Christmas song packed with SKZ’s mischievous spirit.

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