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Lovely winter song

Familiar winter songs for people in their 30s. Lots of classic hits!

For those in their 30s born from the late 1980s to the mid-1990s, much of the music you likely listened to in your youth was released around the early 2000s to around 2015.

Of course there are great tracks by singer-songwriters and bands, but there are also masterpieces among songs performed by comedians.

Another interesting point is that even within so-called winter songs, there are many different angles and themes.

This time, we’ll introduce winter hits that will make people in their 30s feel nostalgic! They might bring back memories of your school days and youthful years!

Winter songs familiar to people in their 30s. Lots of classic hits! (11–20)

powder snowRemioromen

This is Remioromen’s eighth single, a song that beautifully captures the feeling of winter.

Used as an insert track for the Fuji TV drama “1 Litre of Tears,” it has remained etched in many people’s hearts since its release in November 2005.

The lyrics delicately portray the loneliness felt in the cold of winter and the image of two people drifting apart, resonating deeply with listeners.

The song expresses a sense of regret for what’s been lost and a bittersweet longing to draw close again, making it a masterpiece that captures the subtleties of human relationships against a wintry backdrop.

It’s the perfect track for those in their 30s—one you’ll want to listen to on a winter night while gazing out the window.

HappinessAI

A number by AI brimming with the kind of energy that blows away the winter cold.

It became a massive hit with over 3 million downloads and was used as the song for Coca-Cola’s Christmas campaign commercial.

Its melody and lyrics, which bring warmth to listeners’ hearts, remind us of the bonds we share with those around us and the happiness in our everyday lives.

Released in 2011, the track has since seen various versions, including remixes and an EP.

It’s great to listen to alone on a long winter night, but sharing it with someone special makes it an even more heartwarming song.

Love Song in DecemberGACKT

Released by Gackt in December 2001, this song is a ballad that romantically depicts winter scenes.

Its warm, gentle vocals and lyrics about lovers’ affection are deeply moving.

The music video, filmed in New York after the September 11 attacks, is also striking.

Covered in multiple languages including English, Chinese, and Korean, it gained international popularity.

It was performed at the Kōhaku Uta Gassen for two consecutive years and is cherished as a classic winter song.

A heartwarming track perfect for listening to on a winter night with someone special.

EverythingMISIA

MISIA – Everything (Official HD Music Video)
EverythingMISIA

This is the seventh single by MISIA, known as one of Asia’s leading singers, wielding an emotional voice and expressive power spanning a five-octave range.

Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Yamato Nadeshiko,” it was released in October 2000 and became a massive hit, recording the highest sales among singles by female artists released in the 2000s.

Its ensemble featuring ethereal strings and soulful vocals still radiates timeless appeal.

It’s a double-million-selling track that has also become a karaoke staple.

The Makioka SistersWagakki Band

Wagakki Band / Sasameyuki (MUSIC VIDEO -New Version-)
The Makioka SistersWagakki Band

A fresh-sounding band that fuses Japanese tradition with modern rock offers a song that beautifully paints winter scenes.

The delicate tones of traditional instruments interwoven with rock create a distinctive world that exquisitely expresses both the beauty and the poignancy of snowy landscapes.

Chosen as the theme song for the film “Koi no Shizuku,” it captured the hearts of many.

It’s also memorable as the opening track on the album “Otonoé.” A piece you’ll want to listen to on a winter night as snow quietly falls.

Many listeners will surely relate to the lyrics, which mirror the changing of nature with human emotions.

Winter IllusionAcid Black Cherry

A fantastical winter scene is painted by Acid Black Cherry’s fourth single.

Released in January 2008 and highly praised on the Oricon charts, this work is a melodious ballad influenced by UK rock.

Yasu’s overwhelming vocal prowess and resonant timbre even in the high register beautifully convey the lyrics that depict the sorrow of heartbreak and the resolve to keep living.

The subtle addition of strings in the arrangement enhances the overall sense of melancholy.

The music video features a star-studded lineup including AKIHIDE from BREAKERZ, resulting in a dramatic production.

It’s a winter masterpiece that warms the heart—one you’ll want to listen to in the cold season.

Winter songs familiar to people in their 30s. Packed with classic hits! (21–30)

My Gift to YouNEW!CHEMISTRY

CHEMISTRY “My Gift to You” Official Video
My Gift to YouNEW!CHEMISTRY

A timeless winter ballad by CHEMISTRY, captivating with its heartwarming harmonies and sophisticated sound.

S.O.S., aka Skoop On Somebody, joined in the songwriting and backing vocals, adding beautiful color to the piece.

The lyrics, which tenderly sing of overflowing feelings for a loved one, gently embrace the listener’s heart.

It was featured in a KDDI commercial and as the ending theme of the drama “Their Christmas,” and was released as a single in December 2002.

It reached No.

4 on the Oricon weekly chart and became a hit included on the acclaimed album “Second to None.” The mellow, R&B‑tinged melody is perfect for a winter night drive or a quiet moment with your partner.

As the season grows colder, it’s a song you’ll want to savor with a warm drink in hand.