From new staples to hidden gems! Winter masterpieces recommended for people in their 20s.
For those in their twenties born between 1995 and fiscal year 2004, some may feel their youth was only just yesterday, while others are right in the middle of it now.
In the J-POP scene, it was a time of remarkable musical evolution, and many songs were born with lyrics that reflected a changing sense of distance between people.
This time, we’re introducing winter songs recommended for people in their twenties.
From famous tracks almost everyone has heard at least once to hidden gems, we hope these will be your companions through the cold season.
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From new staples to hidden gems! Winter classics recommended for people in their 20s (1–10)
HappinessAI
A track brimming with energy strong enough to blow away the winter cold was created by AI.
This smash hit, with over 3 million total downloads, was chosen as the song for Coca-Cola’s Christmas campaign commercial.
Its warm melody and lyrics bring comfort to listeners, reminding us of our bonds with those around us and the everyday happiness we share.
Released in 2011, the song 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 uplifting tune.
everlasting snowAimer
This piece is a song that depicts a winter night of falling snow in a dreamlike way, and it was also used as the ending theme for the information program “Hiruobi!”.
Its transparent, delicate arrangement and Aimer’s expressively rich vocals create an emotional atmosphere that resonates deeply with the heart.
Released in November 2016 as a double A-side single with “Akane Sasu,” it captured the hearts of many listeners.
It’s a gentle winter ballad you’ll want to listen to on a cold season’s solitary night, gazing out at the snowy scenery from a warm room.
Winter TaleSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
It’s an emotionally rich song that conveys warmth amid the winter chill.
The beauty of its melody and lyrics stirs deep feelings in listeners.
Released in October 2013 as the 10th single by Sandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE, it was featured as a TV ending theme and in commercials, gaining popularity across a wide audience.
The track is also included on the albums BLUE IMPACT and THE JSB WORLD, and is known as one of their signature ballads.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to on a winter night while thinking of someone special.
Accompanied by a voice that resonates with the heart, it’s sure to color your winter memories.
From new standards to hidden gems! Winter classics recommended for people in their 20s (11–20)
pure whiteyama
This is the sixth digital-only single from singer yama, who’s been drawing attention with their catchy vocals.
Selected as the theme song for ABEMA’s romance show “Koi ga Shitai: Kiss On The Bed,” the track was written by music creator TOOBOE.
With lyrics that express faint, aching emotions and a distinctive timbre known as release-cut piano, it skillfully portrays the complexities of love.
Released in October 2020, it gained even more attention after yama’s appearance on THE FIRST TAKE.
A heartwarming love song you’ll want to listen to on a cold winter’s day, as if you were watching a romantic drama.
broad daylightKing Gnu
When we watch the snow falling hard, a bittersweet yet beautiful melody comes to mind.
It’s a signature song by King Gnu, released digitally in 2019 and written as the theme for the drama “Innocence: False Accusation Lawyer.” The lyrics depict a heartfelt wish to have an irreparable past and one’s mistakes concealed beneath pure white snow.
No matter how much we regret, time won’t turn back; all we can do is keep walking through the continuous present—a painful truth most of us have felt at least once.
Begun by Daiki Tsuneta at the end of 2018, the track went on to set astonishing streaming records.
It’s also an indispensable winter soundtrack on TikTok.
Listening to it in the cold air might be a good chance to face your own heart.
Winter Giftmosao.
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!
Sound of SnowGReeeeN
A winter classic that portrays a bittersweet love against the backdrop of quietly falling snow.
Released in December 2012 as GReeeeN’s 18th single, the song was also featured in JR East’s “JR SKISKI” campaign.
Set to a gentle melody of piano and strings, it expresses the frustration of being unable to put one’s feelings into words and the fear of seeking reassurance about the other person’s heart.
The lyrics, which convey a wish for the two of them to make their time together last forever in the silence of the snowfall, are sure to resonate with many.
A heartwarming love song perfect for the cold season.