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

Dear SantaGirls' Generation-TTS

Girls’ Generation-TTS 소녀시대-태티서 ‘Dear Santa’ MV

Don’t you feel your heart leap at the warm atmosphere woven by bell chimes sprinkled with Christmas magic and the harmonies of Girls’ Generation-TTS? This song is included on their Christmas special album Dear Santa, released in December 2015.

The lyrics, written by member Seohyun, convey an earnest wish to Santa Claus and express a strong resolve to overcome heartbreak and disappointment and to find new hope.

It reached No.

2 on Korea’s Gaon Chart and sold 61,163 copies.

Why not give it a listen as background music for a Christmas party or during a quiet moment with someone special?

The Shy Santa Claussakushi sakkyoku: nakagawa hirotaka

Choreography Video: The Shy Santa Claus

There are actually a lot of Christmas songs about Santa Claus—some portray him as scatterbrained, others emphasize his big build—but this one is about a “Shy Santa Claus.” Even though no one had actually seen Santa yet, different regions and people let their imaginations run, and those ideas gradually turned into songs.

This is a charming track that lets you enjoy a cute, bashful Santa’s Christmas.

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Santa Claus is mysterious.Sakushi: Satou Hachirou／Sakkyoku: Nakata Yoshinao

Santa Claus Is Mysterious — Song: Yuko (Tomoko Nishikawa, Tomoko Yoshida)

As the title “Santa Claus Is Mysterious” suggests, this song is sung with a uniquely mysterious sense of rhythm.

Its slightly addictive, catchy beat leaves a strong impression.

While it has a vibe reminiscent of Japanese children’s songs, it takes a unique angle in singing about Santa Claus’s appearance and his mysteries, making it a track that unravels yet another layer of the enigma of Santa Claus.

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The customer is Santa ClausSakushi: Fuyumori Kayoko / Sakkyoku: Hanaoka Yūhei

The Customer Is Santa Claus / Okaasan to Issho

This sparkling, fun song is a single titled “Our Guest Is Santa Claus.” It captures the excitement children feel on December 24 as they host a Christmas party and welcome Santa.

The joyful anticipation of waiting for Santa is nicely reflected in the song’s pop sensibility.

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I want to be SantaŌhara Yuiko

I want to be Santa

Yuiko Ohara, who performs under the catchphrase “Singer-Songwriter of the Anison World,” delivers a comforting, Christmas-like track in “I Want to Be Santa,” included on her 3rd mini-album Island Memories.

The strings and bell tones create a clear, translucent sound.

Its sentimental lyrics, imbued with an earnest wish, are bound to resonate with many listeners.

With her crystalline vocals and the delicate timbre of acoustic guitar, this number evokes vivid Christmas scenes and feels wonderfully soothing.

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Hoshino Takashi

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I Kissed SantaOtsuka Ai

Ai Otsuka / Kiss the Santa

Ai Otsuka is a singer-songwriter with cute vocals and catchy melodies who has won support from a wide range of listeners.

Her 12th digital single, “Santa ni kiss wo shite” (“Kiss Santa”), features striking choral work and a bouncy shuffle beat that heighten the anticipation for Christmas.

Its transparent sound and adorable lyrics are sure to warm hearts even during the cold-season festivities.

It’s a refreshingly crisp pop tune that’s also perfect for karaoke during the Christmas season.

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The Santa Claus Who Came FlyingYakushi: Mine Akira / Sakkyoku: R. Parker / A. Greiner / G. Scheck

This is a Christmas song with a tropical, summery vibe.

Still, it’s unmistakably about Christmas, capturing the feelings of children eagerly waiting for Santa Claus.

Dressed in bright red and riding his sleigh to deliver gifts to countless towns, Santa’s jolly laughter seems almost audible in this lively, rhythmic tune.

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