[2025] A Special Feature on Classic Western Songs to Listen to in December!

12 Days Of ChristmasNEW!Pentatonix

Pentatonix – 12 Days Of Christmas (Official Video)

This piece, a reconstruction of a traditional English carol performed a cappella, is a dazzling opening number that kicks off the album “We Need a Little Christmas,” released in November 2020.

Its lyrics, which count through twelve days of gift-giving, build a distinctive sense of Christmas joy and anticipation.

In Pentatonix’s rendition, they preserve the original’s counting-up format while skillfully varying rhythms and harmonic structures across the different parts.

The result highlights meticulous choral work and a strong sense of tempo, enhancing the festive atmosphere of Christmas.

It’s the perfect track for anyone looking to enjoy a bright, cheerful time as background music for holiday parties or cozy family gatherings!

Warm DecemberNEW!Sabrina Claudio

Sabrina Claudio – Warm December (Official Music Video)

Sabrina Claudio, a singer-songwriter from Miami, is an artist who has garnered attention with a delicate sound that centers on alternative R&B while weaving in elements of jazz and bossa nova.

Released in November 2020, this track was produced as the lead song for her Christmas album “Christmas Blues.” Its subdued, sultry mood sets it apart from conventional cheerful holiday songs.

It’s also interesting that it was created during a period when tours were canceled due to COVID-19, allowing her to work freely without pressure.

The music video’s aesthetic, reminiscent of a Parisian cabaret show, is also a must-see.

It’s the perfect track when you want to savor a sensual, sophisticated Christmas vibe.

Bleak DecemberNEW!Set It Off

Set It Off – Bleak December (Lyric Video)

This song is featured on Set It Off’s second album, Duality, released in 2014 by the pop-punk band formed in Florida in 2008.

Despite the weighty impression suggested by the title, the track actually delivers a catchy pop-rock sound reminiscent of Fall Out Boy and Maroon 5.

The lyrics portray the protagonist’s struggle to move forward while grappling with a past relationship, conveying a strong determination to push through a bleak December.

As one of the standout tracks on an album that made Rock Sound’s year-end Top 50, it also later received an acoustic version.

It’s a perfect number for those going through tough times or anyone looking for a powerful melody to give them a boost.

Last DecemberNEW!Nina Nesbitt

Nina Nesbitt – Last December (Official Audio)

Scottish singer-songwriter Nina Nesbitt.

The song she included on her 2019 second album, “The Sun Will Come Up, the Seasons Will Change,” was actually written in 2014.

It was born from her first experience of heartbreak, and fans had been eagerly awaiting its release for years.

Its delicate sound, centered on piano and acoustic guitar, carefully captures a sense of longing and emotional wavering.

The season of December overlaps with a love that has passed, creating a ballad that slowly sinks into the heart.

It’s a song that will gently accompany you on winter nights when you want to look back on memories with someone dear, or when you quietly reflect on the year.

Nina Nesbitt’s whispery voice reaches deep into the soul.

December (with Burna Boy)NEW!IDK

IDK – December (with Burna Boy) [Official Audio]

IDK is a rapper born in London and raised in Maryland.

He champions “suburban trap,” which infuses trap beats with thoughtful themes, and released his debut album Is He Real? in September 2019.

The ninth track on the album is a love song featuring Nigerian star Burna Boy.

Over a tropical beat that samples a classic dancehall track, the pair reflect on their earliest memories together and their growing feelings.

The sweet vocals, laced with falsetto, and the light, buoyant rhythm deliver a warmth that makes you forget the winter chill.

It’s the perfect song for warming your heart during the cold season or reminiscing about special moments with someone important.

A Nonsense ChristmasNEW!Sabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter – A Nonsense Christmas (Lyric Video)

Since her breakout in 2024, Sabrina Carpenter has been delighting audiences worldwide as a pop superstar with her uninhibited charm.

Her popular song “Nonsense” was given a Christmas twist as “A Nonsense Christmas,” which is also included on her Christmas EP “Fruitcake,” released in November 2023.

Keeping the original’s catchy melody, it’s a playful track with lyrics brimming with seasonal flair.

In 2024, it was also used as the theme song for a Netflix special.

Merry Christmas EveryoneNEW!Shakin’ Stevens

Shakin’ Stevens – Merry Christmas Everyone (Official 4K Video)

Shakin’ Stevens, a singer who enjoyed overwhelming popularity in the UK during the 1980s.

Among the many chart-topping hits he released with his rockabilly and rock ’n’ roll-inspired sound, one of his signature songs is this work released in November 1985.

The song was written and composed by Bob Heatlie, with Dave Edmunds serving as producer.

Its lyrics are wrapped in a warm festive atmosphere, evoking snowflakes drifting down, children’s laughter, kisses beneath the mistletoe, and nostalgic Christmas songs playing from the record player.

With its poppy, catchy melody, it’s perfect for Christmas parties spent with family and friends.