[Christmas Songs] Christmas songs to sing with children
We’re introducing recommended Christmas songs for kids!
We’ve carefully selected classic nursery rhymes passed down through the years, beloved Christmas standards, and other perfect tracks for singing at Christmas gatherings or using as background music.
These songs are ideal when you’re “looking for Christmas songs kids can sing” or “want to find the perfect BGM for a Christmas party.”
If you’re unsure what to choose, be sure to check them out!
They’re all timeless tunes that are guaranteed to put you in the Christmas spirit as soon as you listen!
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[Christmas Songs] Christmas Songs to Sing with Kids (41–50)
Cha-Cha-Cha of ChristmasLyrics by Harumi Kondō / Music by Misako Shibahara
This is a children’s song that conveys the fun of Christmas.
The rhythmic “cha-cha-cha” phrase is memorable, making it a tune kids can sing with lots of energy.
The lyrics are packed with Christmas elements like Santa Claus, reindeer, and Christmas trees, which will heighten children’s excitement.
It’s often sung at kindergarten and nursery school Christmas parties, and can be enjoyed together with hand motions or dancing.
It’s a great pick when you want to boost the Christmas mood or spend a joyful time with family.
It’s sure to bring lots of smiles and make for a wonderful Christmas.
The Shepherds (The First Noel)
Let me introduce “Makbito Hitsujio” (“The Shepherds’ Carol”), which is perfect for chorus.
This is an English carol that originated around the 16th century.
Its beautiful melody has been loved by many and eventually made its way to America and Japan.
The Japanese lyrics were created by Shuichi Tsugawa, who preserved the feel of the original while rendering it in clearer, more accessible language.
The song depicts the biblical scene in which angels appear before the shepherds.
Sing it at Christmas and savor its sacred atmosphere.
The makeshift Santa Claus
It’s a Christmas song that sings about how children “can’t wait for Santa!” Its unique twist—calling out to a tardy Santa Claus—seems like something kids would really enjoy.
It’s a highly recommended Christmas song.
Last ChristmasWham!
When the Christmas season arrives, you hear this song in many places.
It’s a classic Christmas tune that everyone has heard at least once.
The melody of “Last Christmas,” which is also in the title, is easy enough for little kids to sing, making it very familiar.
Wonderful HolidayMariya Takeuchi
It’s a song that’s also famous from the Kentucky (KFC) commercial sung by Mariya Takeuchi.
Since Christmas is associated with Kentucky Fried Chicken, this track has become a classic, representative Christmas song in Japan.
When I hear it, I feel like the Christmas season has begun.
The wind and the snow are my friends.
A classic Christmas song by Nelson and Rollins.
The original title is “Frosty the Snowman,” and it’s so popular overseas that it has even been made into TV programs.
This version features new Japanese lyrics set to the original melody.
It has been sung on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” and is also known as a Disney song.
When You Wish Upon a Star
The Japanese title is “Hoshi ni Negai wo.” It’s the theme song from Disney’s film Pinocchio.
In Sweden and Norway, it’s beloved as a Christmas song.
If you like Pinocchio, maybe you can already sing it? This song also has Japanese lyrics, so be sure to check those out too.