Western songs to listen to in winter: heart-touching winter songs
When winter comes and the weather turns cold, don’t you find there are certain songs you mysteriously want to listen to?
Love songs, gentle ballads, tracks with a clear, transparent sound that conjure up a magical winter—there are so many…
In this article, I’ll be introducing a wide selection of popular Western winter songs!
From Christmas and snow to December, romance, and peace—we’ve picked out a broad range of tracks across different eras and genres.
I hope you find the one perfect song that feels just right for you.
Now, let’s dive right in and listen to some recommended numbers for the eventful season of winter!
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Western songs to listen to in winter: soul-stirring winter songs (21–30)
Boo’d UpElla Mai

The stylish, smooth sound is the very essence of R&B! With outstanding vocals, Ella Mai brings an urban vibe.
Dreamy in theme and hugely popular with teens, this track delivers an uplifting message that encourages those dealing with heartbreak.
Let It SnowFrank Sinatra

“Let It Snow” is a famous American Christmas song released in 1945, and it has been covered by many artists.
In 1950, Frank Sinatra covered it, turning it into a stylish track with jazzy chorus arrangements.
It lifts your spirits and is a perfect song for the Christmas season.
In 2020, Frank Sinatra’s official YouTube channel released a newly produced animated music video to coincide with the holiday season.
Western songs to listen to in winter: heart-touching winter songs (31–40)
Happy XmasJohn Lennon

When it comes to Western Christmas songs so famous that virtually everyone in Japan knows them, John Lennon’s “Happy Xmas” surely comes to mind.
It’s an anti-war song imbued with the hope that everyone can enjoy Christmas.
After its release, it reached No.
4 on the UK Singles Chart and climbed back up to No.
2 after John’s death.
It’s a classic that has been covered in Japan by many artists, including Noriyuki Makihara and Ayaka Hirahara, so be sure to give it a listen!
Happy Xmas (War is Over)Miley Cyrus, Mark Ronson ft. Sean Ono Lennon

Happy Xmas (War Is Over), a cover song by Miley Cyrus featuring British music producer Mark Ronson and Sean Lennon, the son of John Lennon.
It’s John Lennon’s timeless classic, needless to say.
This cover keeps the original vibe, with the main change being the vocalist, so those who are attached to the original should enjoy it as well.
Perfect for spending Christmas with your significant other!
Santa’s Coming For UsSia

Sia, the Australian singer-songwriter who gained worldwide popularity with “Chandelier.” Because she rose to fame in the 2010s, she is often mistaken for a younger singer, but she actually debuted in the late 1990s and has a mid-career-length track record.
Her song “Santa’s Coming For Us” is one of her well-known Christmas tracks, crafted as a love song to a romantic partner with a Christmas theme.
Let It GoDemi Lovato

This is the English version of the theme song from the film Frozen, which was a big hit in Japan as well.
Since Takako Matsu’s version was also a major hit, opinions may be divided on which one people prefer, but the Western version conveys more clarity and dynamic contrast.
Underneath the TreeKelly Clarkson

A powerful Christmas love song.
It says that Christmas night is meaningless unless your lover is by your side holding you tight.
On a street corner filled with carols, the woman waits for her lover under the Christmas tree.
It’s a special night, so everyone wants to be with the one they love.
The lyrics are easy to relate to, and the powerful vocals will lift your spirits!



