Introduction
2013 single by Crayon Pop"Lonely Christmas"Single by Crayon PopReleasedNovember 26, 2013 (2013-11-26)Recorded2013Genre K-pop dance-pop Disco Length2:56Label Chrome Entertainment Sony Music SongwriterKim Yoo MinCrayon Pop singles chronology
"Bar Bar Bar" (2013)
"Lonely Christmas" (2013)
"Uh-ee" (2014) Music video"Lonely Christmas" on YouTubeAudio sample"Lonely Christmas"filehelp
"Lonely Christmas" (Korean: 꾸리스마스; RR: Kkuriseumaseu) is the third single album, and fifth single overall by Crayon Pop. It was released on November 26, 2013 by Chrome Entertainment and Sony Music. The song was a Christmas follow-up to the successful "Bar Bar Bar". Pops in Seoul described it as "a dance song with funk and disco sounds".
Performances
[edit] Crayon Pop's comeback stage for "Lonely Christmas" was on Mnet's M! Countdown on December 5, 2013, and promotion continued through the end of the month. Despite being a Christmas song, it was one of the songs performed by Crayon Pop as the opening act for Lady Gaga's ArtRave: The Artpop Ball.
Music video
[edit] The music video for "Lonely Christmas" was released on December 1. In this video, Crayon Pop wore outfits that resembled wrapped Christmas gifts, along with the helmets from "Bar Bar Bar", which were decorated with rhinestones and gold stars. The costumes were designed by Gu Donghyun on the OnStyle show, Fashion Killa. In other scenes of the video, Crayon Pop wore green tracksuits. The song's choreography featured a shaky leg dance called the "dog's leg dance". As of October 2014, the music video has more than six million views on YouTube.
Criticism
[edit] On November 18, concept photos were released that showed the members wearing Christmas tree themed outfits. After these images were released, Crayon Pop was accused of copying the Christmas tree outfit of Momoka Ariyasu, a member of Japanese girl group Momoiro Clover Z. Chrome Entertainment responded by saying, "It is our first time learning about Momoiro Clover Z's outfit. Since we used the Christmas tree as a concept, it merely looks the same, but it's not plagiarism. Crayon Pop's Christmas tree outfit is simply for the concept photo, not for the stage performances." After the song was released, it received plagiarism accusations because the introduction sounded similar to the opening theme for the Japanese anime Lupin the Third. Composer Kim Yoo-min responded by saying he had never heard the anime theme song, and the introduction only sounded similar because the two songs were both in the bebop genre.
Track listing
[edit] No.TitleLyricsMusicLength1."Lonely Christmas"Kim Yoo Min Kim Yoo Min Lee Seung Yup Shin Ra Byul 2:562."Lonely Christmas" (inst.)  Kim Yoo Min Lee Seung Yup Shin Ra Byul 2:56Total length:5:52
Charts
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Singles[edit]
Country
Chart
Peakposition
South Korea
Billboard K-Pop Hot 100
17
Gaon Digital Chart (weekly)
12
Gaon Digital Chart (monthly)
13
Gaon Mobile Chart
21
Gaon Karaoke Chart
12
Gaon Social Chart
1
Album[edit]
Country
Chart
Peakposition
South Korea
Gaon Album Chart (weekly)
6
Gaon Album Chart (monthly)
19
Sales and certifications[edit]
Chart
Sales
Gaon physical sales
4,997+
Gaon digital sales
401,971
Release history
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Country Date Format Label
Worldwide
November 26, 2013
Digital download
Chrome Entertainment, Sony Music
South Korea
November 27, 2013
CD
A K‑pop twist on the festive dancefloor
While most British Christmas playlists are dominated by brass bands and cosy ballads, "Lonely Christmas" offers a glossy K‑pop take that slips disco‑funk into the holiday mix. The track’s brisk 2‑minute‑56‑second runtime makes it perfect for a quick lift between gift‑wrapping sessions, and its upbeat synth lines contrast sharply with the usual wintry melancholy. For listeners keen on expanding their seasonal soundtrack beyond the familiar, this song introduces the kinetic energy of South Korean pop culture, reminding us that Christmas can be as much about dancing in neon lights as it is about fireside carols.
How to slot it into your festive routine
Add "Lonely Christmas" to a playlist that blends modern pop with classic holiday cheer, using the song as a bridge between nostalgic tracks and contemporary hits. Its tempo sits comfortably at a club‑ready pace, so it works well as background music for a pre‑party warm‑up or while decorating the tree with the family. Pair it with bright lighting and perhaps a splash of glitter for a mini‑disco feel; the track’s funk‑laden bass will encourage even the most reluctant relatives to tap a foot. If you’re streaming, set the volume just high enough to let the synth‑driven hook shine without drowning out conversations.
What people often miss about the song
Many listeners focus on the novelty of a Korean Christmas song and overlook its production pedigree. The song was co‑written by seasoned songwriter Kim Yoo‑Min, whose background in dance‑pop ensures that the arrangement follows a tight, radio‑friendly structure, despite the festive theme. Additionally, the lyric’s title "Lonely Christmas" hints at a subtle emotional undercurrent—a nod to the feelings of isolation that can surface during the holidays—wrapped in an otherwise exuberant soundscape. Recognising this duality helps appreciate the track as more than a gimmick; it’s a crafted piece that balances joy and introspection.