Sometimes the myriad of tiny lights and the knee-high snow can make you feel magical, and nothing makes the season even more Christmassy than holiday music.

Jul, which means Christmas in Swedish, peaks on the night of December 24th. They call this event julafton, and usually on this night, most people will gather with their friends and family to dine, drink and then unwrap their julklappar (Christmas gifts). For many people, a Christmas playlist plays in the background throughout the evening,

With a little help from my Swedish friend, I collected some songs that give an idea of what Swedish Christmas seems like to a newcomer like me. Plus, it is helpful to get used to the language listening regularly to Swedish lyrics.

First Chirtsmas playlist

In this Christmas playlist, I compiled ten songs for those who would like to immerse themselves in julmusik while sipping glögg served with pepparkakor among loved ones.

Second Christmas playlist

If you think the holiday spirit does not end after the 24th, then this next playlist is for you.

The morning after Christmas, the holidays continue and there are those who put their boots on and get ready to explore the town during winter break. Not everyone gets clink glasses the night before but you are not alone! Let’s enjoy the end of the year and work on that New Year’s resolutions while tuning in to some interesting Swedish tracks.

Further reading

• Work in Sweden guides
• Learn Swedish