Lovely winter song

Winter songs I’d recommend to teenagers who are living through their youth right now

Freelance music writerTakashi Hoshino
I’m Takashi Hoshino, a freelance writer currently juggling work with parenting. I’ve been playing guitar for over 20 years since I first picked it up when I started high school, and I’m still active in a band today. Ever since I began playing, I’ve been drawn to hard rock and heavy metal, and I enjoy intense music, whether Japanese or Western. At the same time, I keep in mind something I was told long ago: “If you want to play rock, you should know more than just rock!” With that in my heart, I make a point of listening to a wide range of genres every day. My experience as a writer is still growing, but I’ll keep working hard to recommend all kinds of music to as many people as possible!

Among teenagers likely born between fiscal years 2005 and 2014, the ones currently experiencing their youth in real time are what we call Generation Z.

In Japan, many people probably began choosing music on their own around 2018, when the era shifted from Heisei to Reiwa.

Thanks to the rise of subscription services, we can now listen to a wide range of music regardless of generation, while new classics continue to emerge.

So this time, we’ll introduce winter songs—especially tracks released in the Reiwa era—that we recommend to teens!

Winter songs recommended for teenagers who are living through their youth right now (11–20)

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Shirogane – Eve MV

Shirogane EVE

A digitally released third major single by Eve that beautifully depicts a winter landscape.

Chosen as the theme song for the JR SKISKI 2019–2020 campaign, the track vividly portrays scenes of sprawling snowfields.

Written and composed by Eve himself, the song uses piano chord progressions and melody to effectively convey emotional highs and lows.

Released in December 2019, it’s a moving piece that unfolds with a flowing blend of nostalgia and wistfulness.

It’s the perfect number for making winter memories—something you’ll want to play while driving and gazing at snowy scenery.

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Macaroni Enpitsu “Meringue” MV

Meringue Macaroni Pencil

A digital-only single by Macaroni Empitsu that carries a faint sweetness amid the winter chill.

Chosen as the theme song for the JR SKISKI 2020–2021 campaign, it was released in February 2021.

The lyrics, centered on heartbreak and self-reflection, leave an impression with their delicate, wistful imagery likening feelings to snow and meringue.

Also included on the band’s major-label first album, “Hakuen End e no Kitai wa,” this track is perfect for winter listening and for looking back on youthful memories.

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In conclusion

This time, we introduced winter songs recommended for teenagers—what did you think? From chart-topping singles to hidden gems tucked away on albums, we hope you found a new favorite winter tune.

They’re also great picks for karaoke, so be sure to learn them and give them a try!