[Winter Love Songs] A curated selection of timeless classics and the latest tracks that offer both warmth and heartbreak
When the cold season arrives, sweet love songs somehow become all the more irresistible.
Don’t you feel that, in the biting chill, the lyrics and melodies sink deeper into your heart than usual? In this article, we introduce winter love songs.
From tracks that capture the ache of unrequited love to songs that color warm moments with someone special, you can savor many shades of romance.
They’re perfect for pairing with a Christmas or Valentine’s Day date, or for immersing yourself on a quiet night alone.
Find the love songs that will make your winter feel truly special.
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[Winter Love Songs] A curated selection of classic and latest tracks that bring both warmth and wistfulness (71–80)
First Christmas feat. JUNON (BE:FIRST)Reiko
A heartwarming duet that you’ll want to listen to as Christmas draws near.
It’s a collaboration between two powerhouse vocalists: REIKO from BMSG and JUNON from BE:FIRST.
The song was written and composed by singer-songwriter Shota Shimizu, and it’s filled with the giddy happiness of spending your first Christmas with someone you love.
The harmonies the two create sparkle like holiday illuminations.
Play it while spending time with someone special, and it’s sure to captivate anyone who listens.
snow globeDaisuke
Daisuke’s 2016 winter song “Snow Dome” showcases his uniquely captivating vocals.
Using lyrics themed around a snow globe, the track reflects on a past romance—perfect for the winter season when we long for warmth.
The synth sounds that evoke a wintry atmosphere are wonderful.
First LoveUtada Hikaru
The breathy tone of her voice gives it a sensual sheen that resonates in the chest as a poignant emotion.
It’s hard to believe this was a song by a 16-year-old girl at the time—the quality and the world it creates are remarkable.
From the low notes to the falsetto high notes, every resonance is tinged with longing.
Released in 1999 as her third single, the song was used as the theme for the TBS drama “Majo no Jōken” (Devil’s Advocate/Conditions of a Witch), which helped propel it to greater success.
It’s no wonder the world took notice.
A masterpiece I highly recommend for winter.
[Winter Love Songs] A Curated Selection of Classic and New Tracks That Bring Both Warmth and Bittersweetness (81–90)
North Wind ~May It Reach You~Makihara Noriyuki
Noriyuki Makihara’s 1992 release “Kitakaze ~Kimi ni Todokimasu You ni~” is a track that enjoys strong support from fans as a hidden gem among his songs.
The word “north wind,” which doesn’t evoke the flashiness of Christmas or Valentine’s Day, directly conveys the cold and loneliness of winter.
The lyrics portray a simple, innocent feeling of love, leaving you with a touch of bittersweet emotion as you listen.
Please take time to savor the lyrics, woven with Makihara’s gentle words.
Dear…Nishino Kana
Among those in long-distance relationships, I think there are people who can’t usually meet but promise to spend special days together, like birthdays or Christmas.
The love song I’d like to give to people like that is Kana Nishino’s “Dear…”.
It reminds you that you’re never truly alone, and it’s a magical song that turns even the days you can’t meet into something precious.
Kana Nishino’s gentle voice keeps you company during lonely times and inspires you to keep going until the next time you can see your partner.
Christmas LoveNishino Kana
This song was released as the B-side track on the single “Kimi tte,” which was used as the theme song for the 2010 drama Freeter, Ie o Kau.
Since Kana Nishino is a master when it comes to singing about love, it perfectly matches the Christmas vibe, doesn’t it?
Lovers AgainEXILE
From the very first notes, a sense of melancholy drifts through EXILE’s “Lovers Again.” This song was the second release in their three-month consecutive release campaign in 2007.
It’s a heartbreak ballad that portrays lingering feelings for a love one let slip away, and the regret and sorrow are almost painfully palpable.
The wish to meet again from the very beginning—I can definitely understand that feeling.
It’s a song that tightens the chest even more when listened to during winter, the season when we long for warmth.