Lovely winter song

[Winter Karaoke | New Hits & Classics] Winter Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke

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As the year-end and New Year season rolls around—with year-end parties, New Year gatherings, and class reunions—you might find yourself going to karaoke more often in winter.

At a class reunion, everyone’s likely from the same generation, but for company year-end or New Year parties, people of all ages come together, which can make choosing songs tricky.

And many people want to liven up the mood with songs that match the season.

So in this article, we’ll introduce recommended karaoke songs that are perfect for winter! We’ve picked out ballads that suit the cold season and Christmas songs, both old and new.

[Winter Karaoke | New and Classic] Winter Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke (111–120)

My lover is Santa ClausYumi Matsutoya

My lover is Santa Claus

Santa Claus Is My Boyfriend by Yumi Matsutoya

There are many Christmas songs, but this one—“Koibito ga Santa Claus” (My Lover Is Santa Claus)—is almost always mentioned.

The song is included on Yumi Matsutoya’s 10th album, SURF & SNOW, released in 1980.

It’s a classic Christmas tune that feels like a cute little story, perfectly matching the excitement of the season.

Loved for a long time across generations, it’s a song that’s sure to liven up any karaoke session, no matter the age group.

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appearsAyumi Hamasaki

Ayumi Hamasaki / appears (Short Ver.)

Ayumi Hamasaki appears

If it’s a song by Ayumi Hamasaki, who has fans across a wide range of generations, it’s sure to liven up the mood no matter the occasion.

Among her songs, “appears” is perfect for winter karaoke.

Released in 2000, it features a melody with wintry sleigh-bell sounds.

Although the lyrics are about heartbreak, the rhythmical melody keeps it from feeling overly melancholic.

By the way, when practicing this song, I recommend listening to the remastered version released in 2020.

It’s produced so you can hear the finer details more clearly.

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Mr.SnowmanE-girls

e-girls / Mr.Snowman

Mr.SnowmanE-girls

The girl group E-girls has released many dance tracks, but when it comes to winter-themed songs, Mr.

Snowman is the one that comes to mind.

In this song, the man she’s interested in is likened to a snowman.

The lyrics capture the excitement of being in love, which pairs perfectly with the fun of singing at karaoke.

Plus, the melody makes it easy to add call-and-response ad-libs, so it’s a great pick if you’re looking for a song everyone can get hyped about together.

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LOVER SOULJUDY AND MARY

JUDY AND MARY LOVER SOUL

LOVER SOULJUDY AND MARY

When winter comes, don’t you just feel like listening to or singing ballads? In times like that, I recommend JUDY AND MARY’s “LOVER SOUL.” The word “ballad” might sound a bit melancholic, but this one is a super sweet love song.

It’s perfect for romantic events like Christmas, too.

With its relaxed tempo, it wraps listeners in a warm, gentle mood.

Be sure to sing it all the way through to the outro, where a happy afterglow lingers!

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Winter SongKiroro

Fuyu no Uta / Kiroro (cover)

Winter Song by Kiroro

Choosing songs for events like company year-end parties can be really tricky when there are people from different generations.

Sometimes your boss might even say, “Pick something everyone knows!” In times like that, how about Kiroro’s ‘Fuyu no Uta’ (Winter Song)? Just like the title suggests, it’s perfect for winter, and its lyrics capture the season with a gentle and beautiful perspective that truly resonates.

Even if someone doesn’t know it, they’ll likely say it’s a great song.

Sing it with confidence and let your voice flow freely.

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Because it's a cold night...TRF

TRF / Because It's a Cold Night

Because It's a Cold Night… TRF

TRF has lots of songs with catchy melodies, so they’re perfect for karaoke.

Among their tracks, “Samui Yoru Dakara…” is especially fitting for winter karaoke.

It’s easy for women to sing, and men can lower the key to make it comfortable, so it’s a great pick for year-end or New Year parties regardless of gender.

Plus, if a male singer handles DJ KOO’s harmony parts, the song gets even more exciting.

Be sure to practice his sections, too!

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced plenty of songs that are perfect for winter, a season when karaoke outings tend to increase.

Starting with Christmas songs, there were also many ballads with a beautifully captivating atmosphere! Sing these wintry tunes with confidence and heat up your karaoke sessions during the cold season.