Shania Yan has gifted her subscribers a beautiful, introspective original song on YouTube today titled “This Christmas”. While the rising star is well-loved for her covers, this new release offers a deeply personal look into her heart, blending her signature vocals with a touching message about faith and the constancy of the holiday season.
The track is a collaborative effort with her friend Col Chin, with both artists credited for writing. Shania takes the lead on the piano, while Col handles the guitar and mixing. The result is an acoustic, intimate sound that perfectly matches the vulnerability of the lyrics and the message Yan shared in the video’s description.
In a candid note accompanying the release, Shania reflected on how fast life is moving—from changes in family and friendships to the fear of letting go. However, she pivots from the anxiety of change to the stability of her faith. It is incredibly refreshing to see a young artist so openly commend the spiritual reason for the season. She writes that while seasons change, Christmas remains a constant reminder that “Jesus was born, who will always love me for who I am.”
Finding peace in that unconditional love is the core of the song. Shania notes that despite the fear of change, she knows that not everything is in her control, “and its okay, because that’s what makes us grow.” She hopes that listeners find the same warmth in the song that she did during the writing process.
Shania also shared a bit of personal news with her fans, noting that before she closes out the year, she will be heading home for Christmas. “This Christmas” is available to stream now on her official YouTube channel.