[2026] Songs of Santa Claus: A roundup of classic Santa tracks to enjoy at Christmas

Everyone is Santa ClausBIGMAMA

Everyone is Santa Claus

A song by BIGMAMA, known for their unique sound that fuses rock and strings, included on the Christmas-themed EP “Snow Motion.ep.” Released in December 2020, this work carries a heartwarming message that anyone can be someone’s Santa, making it a moving number.

Acoustic, English, and kids’ versions featuring children’s voices were also released, and in November 2021 it was adapted into a picture book by Masato Kanai.

The lyrics depict a world where anyone can give simple kindness without formal conditions or constraints, sure to resonate with anyone thinking of someone dear.

It’s a perfect track for family time at Christmas or as gentle background music on a quiet night of reflection.

Your very own Santa ClausDEEN

DEEN “Your Only Santa Claus” from ‘Spur’ Teaser Movie

DEEN, who have continued to release hit songs from the 1990s to the present, put out a winter-themed album titled “Spur” in December 2021.

Featured on that album, this song is a gem of a love ballad that layers bittersweet feelings for Christmas over the sophisticated sounds of city pop and AOR.

It captures the thrill of a first Christmas Eve together and a sincere wish for a loved one, delivering a passionate message about becoming Santa Claus to grant that person’s wishes.

Shuichi Ikemori’s clear, transparent vocals and Koji Yamane’s urbane arrangement create a beauty like snow dancing across the winter night sky.

It’s a perfect track for a special night spent with your partner or when you want to convey your feelings to someone important.

A Christmas Without SantaNEWS

A Christmas Without Santa

This is a ballad that blends poignancy and warmth, resonating especially with those who carry memories of not spending Christmas with a loved one.

It’s included on NEWS’s album WORLDISTA and became a hot topic upon its release in February 2019 as the group’s long-awaited first Christmas song.

While the sound is bright and sparkling, the lyrics depict memories of a former lover and a heartfelt wish to return to those days.

It’s a song that evokes a yearning for a Christmas where time stands still and for a night of carefree joy like a child again.

The members’ gentle vocals tenderly envelop winter scenes, making it perfect for a quietly spent Christmas night.

Santa Claus of OathTwinkle Bell

Santa Claus of Oath

This is a winter song performed by Twinkle Bell, a twin techno-style idol unit appearing in “Ai★Chu.” Sung by the brothers Satsuki Kurumugi (voiced by Shotaro Morikubo) and Mutsuki Kurumugi (voiced by Takashi Kondo), the track was released in March 2019 and received its first CD inclusion on the best-of album “Ai★Chu BEST ALBUM Chu Disc,” released in April of the same year.

It portrays the protagonist’s bittersweet resolve to finally confess feelings that could never be expressed, on a holy night as snow gently falls.

The techno-pop flavored arrangement—sparkling synthesizer tones interwoven with clear vocals—feels wonderfully soothing.

It’s a perfect number for those who want to muster the courage to confess on Christmas night, or for anyone wishing to revisit the sweet pangs of first love.

Santa Claus businessāban gyarudo

Urbangarde - Santa Claus Business

UrbanGarde, known for their “trauma technopop,” released their first Christmas song in December 2022.

Told from the perspective of a father who also works in entertainment, it portrays the emotional turmoil between love for his family and his profession.

The lyrics highlight a duality: an ordinary dad on most days, but on this one night he takes on another face—melding everyday domestic life with fantasy in a striking worldview.

That same December, they held a Christmas hall concert at Kawasaki Club Citta named after the song.

The music video drew attention for its composition, featuring Tenma Matsunaga as both the father and Santa Claus, and Yoko Hamasaki as an angel.

Distinct from typical Christmas songs, this work fuses UrbanGarde’s unique perspective with electronic music—recommended for those seeking a grown-up Christmas.

Santa Run Run♪Run♪Daikoku Maki

Maki Ohguro 'Santa Run Run♪ Run♪' (1 chorus ver.)

This is the official theme song for a charity running event—perfect for listening while imagining Santa Claus in his red-and-white outfit dashing through the city.

Written specifically for the Tokyo Great Santa Run, for which Maki Ohguro served as Special Ambassador, the song carries a message of delivering love to children fighting illnesses.

Set to a lively pop-rock rhythm, it sings of the hope that the world can become one family and the joy of being connected through smiles.

Akihito Tokunaga’s bright arrangement and the children’s chorus add warmth.

Released in December 2019, the track is also included on the 30th-anniversary concept album “BACK BEATs #30th Anniversary ~SPARKLE~.” It’s an ideal song for Christmas party BGM and for the holiday season spent with family and friends.

You’re my Santa ClausWatanabe Misato

You’re my Santa Claus

Misato Watanabe, who released numerous hit songs mainly in the 1980s, included this heartwarming Christmas song on her 20th album, “ID,” released in August 2019.

With lyrics written by Watanabe herself and music/arrangement by Yuta Saito, the song paints winter scenes—December illuminations, news of the first snowfall, and the sound of bells.

Through these images, it conveys a poignant desire to deliver unspoken thanks and apologies to someone dear.

Featuring a band sound with veteran musicians including Yoshifumi Yoshida of TRICERATOPS, and a piano-centered arrangement that wraps the listener in warmth, it’s a perfect track for year-end parties or as gentle background music on a quiet Christmas Eve spent with someone special.