[2025] Classic Western songs about snow to listen to on a snowy night

Let It GoIdina Menzel

Idina Menzel – Let It Go (from Frozen) (Official Video)

Idina Menzel, who is active as a stage actress, possesses exceptional vocal ability befitting her theater background.

The song that made her famous as a singer is the classic “Let It Go.” It’s a number from the 2013 blockbuster film Frozen, and in Japan it’s well-known through the versions by Takako Matsu and May J.

As you know, since it’s themed around snow and winter, it’s a perfect song for a snowy night.

If you’re not familiar with the Japanese versions, why not compare them with the original?

50 Words For SnowKate Bush

50 Words For Snow (2018 Remaster)

From the artistic and fantastical Kate Bush album “50 Words for Snow,” this is the sixth track, the title number.

As the name suggests, fifty snow-related words are counted up one by one.

In the chorus, the remaining number is indicated, and it’s noteworthy that the count decreases in the first, second, and third verses.

Even though it’s almost nothing but words throughout, their order and the way they’re grouped evoke other associations and invite us to imagine some kind of story.

It’s an exquisitely literary and delicate songwriting style—one that surely AI could never create—that leaves me in awe.

Fifteen Feet Of Pure White SnowNick Cave & The Bad Seeds

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds – Fifteen Feet Of Pure White Snow

Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds are an Australian band known for their dandy, suave style.

“Fifteen Feet of Pure White Snow” likewise features a distinctly dapper, restrained mood in its melody.

It’s an indispensable track when discussing cool, winter-themed songs.

New York CityParticleMen

New York City

Particlement, an alternative rock band that has released many songs for children.

Since their tracks are aimed at kids, every song features an uplifting, cheerful melody.

This one is no exception—it’s a bright tune themed around winter and snow, making it a great recommendation to listen to with your kids!

Forever WinterTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Forever Winter (Taylor’s Version) (From The Vault) (Lyric Video)

A masterpiece that lets you feel deep affection, “Forever Winter.” It’s a track included on Taylor Swift’s album Red (Taylor’s Version).

The lyrics use winter and cold to symbolize the harsh seasons of life, and the summer sun to symbolize love.

The key point, though, is that the message is addressed to a former lover.

Because of that, you can feel a heartwarming message while also being moved by a bittersweet sadness.

With that in mind, the title’s meaning also feels more profound when you listen.

SnowJJ72

JJ72 – Snow (Official Video)

A winter classic from Ireland’s JJ72.

Released in September 2000, this track appears on their debut album “JJ72” and is beloved by many fans as one of the band’s signature songs.

Its lyrics poetically depict loneliness, introspection, and the transience of existence, paired with a melodious, ethereal sound.

Blending elements of alternative rock and shoegaze, its distinctive musicality resonates deeply with listeners.

It’s the kind of song you’ll want to play alone on a quiet, snowy night—subdued and reflective.

Recommended for those who want to sink into a sentimental mood or spend some introspective time.

Pale SnowSuede

Suede – Pale Snow

In the winter of 2016, Suede released a stirring track featured on the album Night Thoughts, a song that portrays a fragile love.

Through the imagery of pale snow, it delicately conveys the pain of a fading relationship.

Its minimal arrangement and restrained melody quietly communicate an inner sorrow.

The piece appears on the band’s seventh album and was created as part of a grand narrative themed around fear and loss.

Presented as a special project integrated with film, it maintains a cohesive theme both visually and sonically.

It’s a song to listen to on a snowy, silent night, when you want to confront the emotions deep within your heart.

Suede’s delicate musicality resonates as if melting into the stillness of a winter night.