Western songs to listen to in winter: heart-touching winter songs

Christmas Must Be Something MoreTaylor Swift

Christmas Must Be Something More

Taylor Swift’s early warm Christmas song.

At Christmas, people sing carols, exchange presents, and there are fun events lined up one after another.

In the song she asks, “What if there aren’t any fun events? What if no miracle happens?” But since Christmas is Christ’s birthday, something good is bound to happen.

You can see that Christmas is an important event for people in the West.

Grown-Up Christmas List ft. Kelly ClarksonPentatonix

Grown-Up Christmas List ft. Kelly Clarkson – Pentatonix (From Pentatonix: A Not So Silent Night)

Pentatonix, the vocal group that soared to worldwide fame by releasing a Daft Punk medley a cappella, are among the top a cappella performers in the world.

Their collaboration with Kelly Clarkson, the first-ever winner of American Idol, is the song “Grown-Up Christmas List ft.

Kelly Clarkson.” A cappella and Christmas songs are a perfect match, so be sure to check it out!

Boo’d UpElla Mai

Ella Mai – Boo’d Up (Official Music Video)

The stylish, smooth sound is the very essence of R&B! With outstanding vocals, Ella Mai brings an urban vibe.

Dreamy in theme and hugely popular with teens, this track delivers an uplifting message that encourages those dealing with heartbreak.

Let It SnowFrank Sinatra

Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

“Let It Snow” is a famous American Christmas song released in 1945, and it has been covered by many artists.

In 1950, Frank Sinatra covered it, turning it into a stylish track with jazzy chorus arrangements.

It lifts your spirits and is a perfect song for the Christmas season.

In 2020, Frank Sinatra’s official YouTube channel released a newly produced animated music video to coincide with the holiday season.

Happy XmasJohn Lennon

HAPPY XMAS (WAR IS OVER). (Ultimate Mix, 2020) John & Yoko Plastic Ono Band + Harlem Community Choir

When it comes to Western Christmas songs so famous that virtually everyone in Japan knows them, John Lennon’s “Happy Xmas” surely comes to mind.

It’s an anti-war song imbued with the hope that everyone can enjoy Christmas.

After its release, it reached No.

4 on the UK Singles Chart and climbed back up to No.

2 after John’s death.

It’s a classic that has been covered in Japan by many artists, including Noriyuki Makihara and Ayaka Hirahara, so be sure to give it a listen!

Happy Xmas (War is Over)Miley Cyrus, Mark Ronson ft. Sean Ono Lennon

Miley Cyrus, Mark Ronson ft. Sean Ono Lennon – “Happy Xmas (War is Over)” Official Performance |Vevo

Happy Xmas (War Is Over), a cover song by Miley Cyrus featuring British music producer Mark Ronson and Sean Lennon, the son of John Lennon.

It’s John Lennon’s timeless classic, needless to say.

This cover keeps the original vibe, with the main change being the vocalist, so those who are attached to the original should enjoy it as well.

Perfect for spending Christmas with your significant other!

DecemberEarth, Wind & Fire

Earth, Wind & Fire – December (Official Video)

“December” is a song by the American funk band Earth, Wind & Fire, and it’s a self-cover version of their massive 1978 hit “September.” It was included on their 2014 Christmas album Holiday.

The original “September” lyrics reminisce in December about events from September, but for “December” they were rewritten to focus more on Christmas.

It’s an up-tempo, high-energy dance track that was huge in discos, making it a perfect song for enjoying the winter season!