Karaoke songs to sing in February | Winter classics, sweet love songs, and fight songs (cheer-up anthems)

Snow BlossomMika Nakashima

Mika Nakashima “Yuki no Hana” MUSIC VIDEO

This is the 10th single by singer Mika Nakashima, who made her debut both as an actress and a singer in the TV drama “Kizudarake no Love Song.” Known as one of Nakashima’s signature songs, it was featured in a commercial and has been covered by artists both in Japan and abroad.

Its mysteriously cool intro and lyrical melody evoke the image of snow blossoms.

It’s a dreamy winter classic, perfect for listening to in February as we long for spring.

Bittersweetstorm

ARASHI – ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2017-2018「untitled」

When it comes to February, Valentine’s Day is the event you just can’t skip.

You want to get in the mood with songs that make you think of chocolate and Valentine’s, right? Arashi’s 2014 release “Bittersweet” was the theme song for the drama “Heartbroken Chocolatier,” which starred member Jun Matsumoto.

The word “chocolate” doesn’t explicitly appear in the lyrics, but the love story is likened to chocolate, making it a perfect number for Valentine’s.

Snow SmileBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN "Snow Smile"

From their 2002 release, this is a heartwarming song filled with the scent of winter.

It’s often called a “winter love song,” and it really conjures up images of enjoying the cold season with a lover.

But… it can also sound like a breakup song.

I’d love for it to be sung with the image of a slightly bittersweet yet warm, happy farewell.

Cold yet warm—perfect for February.

powder snowRemioromen

Remioromen – Powder Snow (Music Video Short ver.)

Remioromen’s “Konayuki” remains in many people’s hearts as a masterpiece that delicately portrays both the wistfulness and warmth of winter.

Listening to it in February, when the cold wind blows through, you can sink into a feeling as if your heart is gently wrapped in warmth.

Ryota Fujimaki’s crystal-clear vocals, melding with melodies that evoke winter scenes, offer a tenderness that stays close to the listener.

Sing it at karaoke, and you may forget the bustle of everyday life and find a sense of calm.

It’s a soothing number perfect for the cold season, one that warms the heart.

Before winter endsShota Shimizu

Shota Shimizu “Before Winter Ends” MV

A ballad so warm it makes you forget the winter cold—that’s Shota Shimizu’s “Before Winter Ends.” Since its 2011 release, this song has captured countless hearts, conveying the aching feelings for a faraway lover through its fresh, vivid melody.

The music video, featuring Shota Sometani and Nako Mizusawa portraying two people falling in love during the cold season, unfolds like a scene from a drama.

The subtle emotional shifts embedded in each lyric resonate deeply with listeners.

It’s perfect as a Valentine’s Day cheer song and an absolute must for winter karaoke.

orionKenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu – Orion, Kenshi Yonezu

It’s Kenshi Yonezu’s sixth major-label single, released in 2017.

The title “orion” represents the constellation Orion, which can be seen in February.

The lyrics depict a poignant story of two people—me, the protagonist, and you, the one I yearn for—conveying my feelings of love and the unfulfilled longing I hold.

MomotaroWednesday Campanella

Wednesday Campanella 'Momotaro'

Even the person who came up with Momotaro probably never imagined it would be arranged like this.

It’s a striking song that depicts demon-slaying through Wednesday Campanella’s uniquely distinctive worldview.

Setsubun is all about driving out demons while chanting, “Oni wa soto, fuku wa uchi!” But imagining the demon-slaying as sung in this track, you might find yourself thinking something laid-back like, “Instead of trying to drive the demons away, wouldn’t it be fine to just live without angering them?” It’s interesting how even folktales we take for granted can yield all sorts of interpretations when you change your perspective!