All cuffed up with a husband or wife? Fresh in a new ‘ship? Or spending the colder season in a hibernated act of self-love? Whatever your jam, there is a song for you. Let me know in the comments what your favourite Winter hits are and why they bring the heat. I can’t wait to read your recommendations🤩!

In the meantime, enjoy my personal playlist of songs that make my Winters much more romantic, bearable and ⭐mAgiCaaal⭐.

Ribbon In The Sky Stevie Wonder

Smooth, sultry and full of passion. They just don’t make music like this anymore.

pov Ariana Grande

This song by Ariana Grande is about showing adoration and happiness for being loved by someone. Specifically, being loved despite having flaws and fear. ‘Ooh, for all of my pretty, And all of my ugly too, I’d love to see me from your point of view’.

UN Village Baekhyun

The groovy beats will whisk you away to a romantic rendezvous under the winter moonlight. The song references the UN Village in South Korea, which is reportedly a trendy hotspot for couples. This R&B jam shows that love isn’t just a language – it’s a feeling that speaks to your soul.

Crush Yuna ft. USHER

I love whatever Yuna does! And this song with Usher is pure magic. The mellow instrumentals beautifully compliment the sweet-nothings lyrics between two people who have a crush on each other! It is sweet, yet sultry.

Mother HEIZE

‘But a mother also needs her mother’. I can never listen to this masterpiece without crying. The song is about a daughter yearning for her mother’s love. It is a story of growing up and finally recognising a mother’s sacrifices for her child, missing that unconditional love, and then wanting to reciprocate that affection.

Peng Black Girls (Remix) ENNY ft. Jorja Smith

Because true love starts with loving yourself: your skin, your hair, your talents and culture. This is an ode to black women everywhere. This version featuring Jorja Smith is my all-time favourite!

Home Catie Turner

Home is a love note to the person terribly missed when they are away. The one that leaves you feeling homesick, because, in a way, they feel like home. This song is perfect for the winter, the music is warm and soothing.

Snooze SZA

It’s a ride-or-die baby!

Stay With Me Sam Smith ft. Mary J. Blige

I once saw this version of Sam Smith’s hit on the TV, and I fell in love! The lyrics are about a man wanting a long-term relationship with someone after a one-night stand. ‘This ain’t love, it’s clear to see, But darling, stay with me.

F.I.L.A (Fall In Love Again) TWICE

I find myself falling in love with this TWICE hit again, and again, and again! I just wish they released an MV…

Ophelia The Lumineers

‘Heaven help the fool who falls in love’.

Lay With You El DeBarge & Faith Evans

This song is direct and to the point! ‘Let’s not leave the house today, I just wanna lay with you’. It’s about spending the entire day in bed, room service on call, and your body next to the one you love. All without a care in the world!

How Deep Is Your Love PJ Morton ft. Yebba

My hubby loves this, so I do too 🙂

Baby Be Mine Michael Jackson

An R&B jam that serenades the listener. The lyrics are passionate. Relaying the magical, fantastical feelings of a budding relationship. The type that feels like a dream.

Reasons Earth, Wind & Fire

My hubby loves this, so I do too pt.2 😀

What You Want Maxine Caesar

I was introduced to this beautiful artist this year. Maxine is a South African singer and this song is a stunning representation of her talents, and saying what you want and need in a relationship.

Let’s Fall in Love for the Night FINNEAS

Have you ever felt like you could never be with someone you liked? This song encapsulates all those feelings! The yearning to be with that person and the lovely little fantasies you conjure up of dates and meet-cutes.

Perfume NCT DOJAEJUNG

Smelling delicious is such a confidence booster.

So how did I do? If you think I missed anything, please share your favourite winter hits for a lovey-dovey day indoors with someone else or yourself 💘. Thank you for reading. And remember to keep healthy, stay positive and act with kindness.

~Zahraa