Ring in the new year with new jams
As we dive into the final month of 2025, it’s time to refresh your playlist with tracks that capture the energy, emotion and excitement of the season. Whether you’re wrapping gifts, hitting end-of-year parties, or just looking for the perfect soundtrack to your daily commute, December brings a diverse collection of songs that speak to every mood and moment.
This month’s lineup spans the musical spectrum—from infectious pop anthems that demand to be played on repeat, to introspective indie tracks that provide the perfect backdrop for quiet reflection. So plug in your headphones, turn up the volume and discover the songs that will carry you through the holidays and into the new year.
Here are the best songs to listen to in December 2025:
For The Pop Lovers
These vibrant, electric tracks feature irresistible hooks that’ll stick in your head for days. With beats that make you move and lyrics that capture feelings you didn’t know you had, these pop songs are pure sonic energy.
Anything But Love
Tate McRae
In The Dark
DJ Snake, Stray Kids
Intertwined
Jade LeMac
For The Indie/Soul Lovers
These moody, vulnerable tracks from underrated indie artists offer a raw, unpolished beauty that resonates long after the listening experience. Hidden gems that pack an emotional punch.
Cloud
Seafret
For The Electronic/Dance Lovers
Dive into the pulse of hypnotic beats and energetic tunes that will have your heart pumping and your feet moving. Be it techno, house, disco or dance jingles, there’s a beat out there that will tickle that part of your brain and body.
Gone Gone Gone
David Guetta, Tones And I, Teddy Swims, Hypaton
For The R&B/Hip-Hop Lovers
Focused on rhythm, wordplay and beats, these tracks are catchy and fun. Whether it’s singing or rapping, these are the tunes that will get you moving and vibing all at the same time.
Clue
Russ
Britney in 07
blackbear
For The K-Pop Lovers
For those seeking their next musical obsession, these tunes offer irresistible melodies, powerful vocals and genre-blending tracks that showcase the innovative artistry and addictive energy that make Korean pop music a global phenomenon.
Panaroma
Taeyeon
Syameen Salehaldin
A lover of steamy romance books and all things green, Syameen Salehaldin is the Lifestyle Director for Harper's BAZAAR Malaysia. She spends most of her time immersed in books, food and doing anything that makes her happy. Expect to see her diving into lifestyle, fashion and beauty trends on this platform.