Popular Winter Songs Ranking [2026]

Winter Giftmosao.92rank/position

Winter Present / Mosao. [Music Video]

Sung by Mosawo, a singer-songwriter who performs without showing their face, this piece is a love song that gently portrays winter romance in down-to-earth words.

The music video released in November 2020 is filled with the aching feelings of unrequited love and the courage to confess, isn’t it? Incorporating strings for the first time, the sound vividly colors the sparkle of winter with a touch of loneliness.

Also included on the album “Koi no Uta,” it drew major attention at the time of its digital release, dominating the top spots on LINE MUSIC’s rankings.

With highly relatable lyrics that make you want to see the person you like, it’s a song you’ll want to listen to closely.

If you play it before Christmas or a winter date, it’s sure to give you the courage to share your feelings with someone special!

Snow MenHoshino Gen93rank/position

Gen Hoshino – Snow Men (Official Video)

Gen Hoshino’s music wraps you in a quietly mature mood, casting a romantic spell over the winter slopes.

The lyrics delicately portray the chill of snow and the warmth of human touch, gently stirring the listener’s heart.

Featured on the album YELLOW DANCER, released in December 2015, this song was written as the theme for a Shiseido MAQuillAGE web movie.

Infused with elements of neo-soul, its sound is perfect for a restful break after energetic fun or for savoring a calm moment while gazing at the slopes at night.

It’s a sophisticated track whose allure makes you forget the cold and listen, utterly entranced.

Mochi GirlGesu no Kiwami Otome.94rank/position

Gesu no Kiwami Otome “Mochi Girl” (Official Music Video)

Mochi is something you can eat all year round, but for some reason, a lot of people only eat it around New Year’s, don’t they? This song by Gesu no Kiwami Otome shines a spotlight on that very mochi.

It’s included on their 2013 mini-album “Odorenainara, Gesu ni Natte Shimaeyo.” With its tricky sound and lyrics full of playful spirit, it expresses overflowing feelings for mochi! Listening to it might just make you hungry.

Winter FireworksOku Hanako95rank/position

Winter Fireworks / Hanako Oku [MV]

This is the 13th single by singer-songwriter Hanako Oku, who, even after her major-label debut, continued to energetically perform street gigs and has written, composed, and sung for numerous commercial songs.

The story of being unable to voice your feelings to the person you love and ending up heartbroken—a situation many of us have likely experienced—really hits home, doesn’t it? The arrangement, layering piano, acoustic guitar, and strings, creates a wintry chill and depth that amplifies the poignancy of the lyrics.

It’s a bittersweet winter song, perfect for immersing yourself in solitude at Christmas.

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StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE96rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – StaRt

When it comes to songs perfect for a fresh start, there’s one that stands out with Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s energetic vocals.

Included on their major-label debut mini-album “Variety,” this track was released in July 2015.

In 2017, it was also featured in a Kao “Merit Shampoo” commercial, resonating with many listeners.

Its lyrics encourage you to keep moving forward, and its catchy melody will have you humming along.

Sing it at a New Year’s party or a class reunion, and everyone will feel motivated to step positively into the year ahead.

If you’re feeling anxious about a new beginning, this is a song you should definitely listen to!

BLUE TEARSJUDY AND MARY97rank/position

Judy and Mary – Blue Tears

This song by JUDY AND MARY beautifully captures the cold winter night sky and the ache of unrequited love.

Released in November 1993, it conveys a world where distant memories and lingering feelings intersect, carried by delicate melodies.

収録アルバム『J・A・M』に含まれ、その後2006年の映画『シムソンズ』の主題歌に選ばれました。1996年からはフジテレビのバラエティ番組『めちゃ×2イケてるッ！』のエンディングテーマとしても使用されました。寒い夜をひとりで過ごすときも、胸に秘めた想いに向き合うときも、この曲はきっとあなたのそばにいてくれるでしょう。

SweetieME:I98rank/position

ME:I (Mei) ⊹ “Sweetie” Track Video

ME:I’s “Sweetie” lets you bask in the euphoric, heart‑fluttering spirit of the holiday season.

Released in December 2024, this song—the group’s first winter track—was created around the theme of a warm bond with fans.

It portrays the sweet moments of spending your first winter with someone special and the exciting, party-like thrill of celebration.

Its cute yet dazzling sound makes those special times in a snowy white world even more fun and festive! It’s perfect not only for lively ski and snowboard sessions with like-minded friends, but also for cozy get-togethers that feel like a girls’ night, taking a break at the lodge while enjoying sweet treats.