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

Let It Snow ft. Brian McKnightBoyz II Men

Boyz II Men – Let It Snow ft. Brian McKnight

This is a track featured on the American male vocal group Boyz II Men’s album “Christmas Interpretations,” released on September 29, 2014, and it features fellow American singer Brian McKnight.

With a melody and arrangement that conjure up scenes of gently falling snow, it’s a song perfect for listening to during the cold days of December.

Christmas Time Is HereBrian McKnight

Brian Mcknight – Christmas Time Is Here

For those who love Black music, I highly recommend “Christmas Time Is Here.” It’s sung by Brian McKnight, an American R&B singer who has enjoyed long-lasting popularity.

His vocal ability is top-tier, and his use of whispery ad-libs is so refined that few can match him.

The harmony in the intro feels incredibly Christmassy, so be sure to check it out!

Calling All My LoveliesBruno Mars

Calling All My Lovelies

A track included on singer Bruno Mars’s third album, 24K Magic, released on September 18, 2016, by the Hawaii-born American artist.

True to his claim that 95% of music is about love, this song portrays the push and pull and the heartache of romance, making it a perfect fit for the hectic mood of December.

DecemberBugzy Malone

Bugzy Malone – December

For everyone looking for a song that resonates during this season of December leading into the New Year, I’d like to introduce a track by Bugzy Malone.

Released in December 2019, this song features the Manchester-born rapper reflecting on his life, capturing growth and introspection.

Rising from a harsh environment surrounded by poverty and crime to achieve musical success, his candid words are sure to leave a deep impression on listeners.

With lyrics delivered in his distinctive Manchester accent and powerful voice, he speaks about the importance of self-realization and how to face the past—offering a push to those who want to solidify their resolve for the coming year.

This track is a perfect fit for anyone at a turning point in life or aiming for personal growth.

This ChristmasChris Brown

Chris Brown – This Christmas (Official HD Video)

This work by Chris Brown breathes new life into a classic Christmas song.

He masterfully reinterprets Donny Hathaway’s timeless piece with soulful vocals and a contemporary R&B arrangement.

Produced for the soundtrack of the 2007 film “This Christmas,” in which Chris Brown himself also appears, the song’s lyrics portray the warmth of family bonds and the joy of friendship, conveying the essential values of the holiday season.

Its dynamic performance, reminiscent of Michael Jackson, is another highlight, making it a track that works perfectly as a party song as well.

It’s highly recommended not only for those wanting to savor the Christmas atmosphere, but also for fans of R&B.

Viva La VidaColdplay

Coldplay – Viva La Vida (Official Video)

A signature Coldplay song distinguished by grand strings and a rhythmic piano.

The lyrics portray the downfall of a once all-powerful king, evoking images of revolution and political rebellion.

Included on the album “Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends,” released in May 2008, it became a worldwide hit.

The piece is said to be inspired by the French Revolution and the final days of Louis XVI.

Its sweeping sound and wistful melody resonate even more deeply in the cold season.

It’s perfect for quiet winter nights, when you’re lost in thought.

A Long DecemberCounting Crows

Counting Crows – A Long December (Official Video)

Among winter songs, the soothing, rock-tinged “A Long December” stands out.

It’s a mid-tempo number by Counting Crows, a rock band formed in San Francisco.

The track was included on their second album, Recovering the Satellites (1996), which cemented their status as a leading American rock band.

It’s said that Adam Duritz, the band’s pianist and vocalist, wrote the song after visiting a friend who was hospitalized at the time.

The piano-led, unhurried rhythm feels comforting.

You can sense a message about getting through a long December and spending time together, laughing.

It’s the kind of song that can lift you during a tough holiday season or when you want to encourage someone special.

Adam Duritz’s gentle vocals slowly sink in and warm the heart.