Winter songs I’d recommend to teenagers who are living through their youth right now
Among teenagers likely born between fiscal years 2005 and 2014, the ones currently experiencing their youth in real time are what we call Generation Z.
In Japan, many people probably began choosing music on their own around 2018, when the era shifted from Heisei to Reiwa.
Thanks to the rise of subscription services, we can now listen to a wide range of music regardless of generation, while new classics continue to emerge.
So this time, we’ll introduce winter songs—especially tracks released in the Reiwa era—that we recommend to teens!
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Winter songs (1–10) I’d recommend to teenagers who are living through their youth right now
Blue MoonNiziU
A ballad that uses the blue moon coloring the winter night sky as its motif to portray the bond between two people far apart.
It’s a song woven from NiziU’s hallmark catchy melody and heartwarming lyrics.
Released in December 2022, it drew attention as the group’s first winter ballad.
It’s recommended not only for teens in the midst of their youth, but for listeners of all generations who want to feel a special connection with someone important.
It might be the perfect track to listen to on a winter night while gazing at the moon outside your window.
winter skySandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
A winter-themed ballad released in December 2019 as the 25th single by Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS.
The lyrics poignantly overlay the pain of lost love with the harsh cold of winter, powerfully resonating with listeners.
The music video features special appearances by EXILE AKIRA and Lin Chi-ling, who were personally invited by the members, further deepening the song’s worldview.
Beloved by many listeners, the track marked the group’s 25th consecutive entry into the Oricon Weekly Singles Top 10 since their debut single.
It’s a song that lets you feel warmth and deep affection even amid winter’s chill, recommended for those who have experienced heartbreak or teens thinking of someone special.
spindrift-like snowyama
A song that sings of bittersweet love, fragile and fleeting like melting snow.
Yama’s androgynous, husky voice beautifully conveys delicate emotions.
Released early in December 2023, the track is included on the album “awake & build.” With producer Matt Cab on board, it features a polished, sophisticated arrangement.
Recommended for those who feel the loneliness and solitude of winter.
Packed with Yama’s sensibility, it’s a winter classic that resonates with Gen Z.
Winter songs recommended for teenagers who are living through their youth right now (11–20)
I promiseKing&Prince
A beautifully crafted winter love song has arrived from King & Prince.
Also featured as Seven-Eleven’s 2020 Christmas commercial song, this track sings of the resolve to keep searching for the one you love, even in a crowd.
Released on December 16, 2020, the single sold 567,000 copies in its first week and topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It also achieved the remarkable feat of surpassing 300,000 first-week sales for six consecutive releases since their debut.
In the music video, five different love stories unfold, expressing both heartache and the strength of love.
It’s a romantic, hope-filled winter song, perfect for warming the heart in the cold season.
silverEVE
A digitally released third major single by Eve that beautifully depicts a winter landscape.
Chosen as the theme song for the JR SKISKI 2019–2020 campaign, the track vividly portrays scenes of sprawling snowfields.
Written and composed by Eve himself, the song uses piano chord progressions and melody to effectively convey emotional highs and lows.
Released in December 2019, it’s a moving piece that unfolds with a flowing blend of nostalgia and wistfulness.
It’s the perfect number for making winter memories—something you’ll want to play while driving and gazing at snowy scenery.
snow jamRin Oto
A song that poignantly and beautifully portrays winter scenes, marked by Rinne’s gentle voice and a mystical sound.
It expresses bittersweet feelings about love and a sense of stagnation in everyday life with contemporary word choices, brilliantly reflecting the emotions of young people.
Released in February 2020, the track is included on Rinne’s first album, “swipe sheep.” The lyrics convey a fresh perspective on romance and an earnest longing to see the other person, vividly depicting the love lives of the digital generation.
It’s a perfect song to listen to on a winter night while thinking of someone.
thawAwesome City Club
A song by Awesome City Club that evokes winter scenes and the premonition of parting.
Through images of accumulated snow slowly melting, it delicately portrays changes and growth in human relationships.
The harmonies woven by the male and female twin vocals are accompanied by piano and strings, creating an ensemble that feels both poignant and warm—truly memorable.
Released in November 2021, this track drew attention as the second installment in a series of seven consecutive digital singles.
It’s a perfect song for those who, while watching snow pile up in the city, find themselves reminiscing about cherished memories with someone special.