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Spring songs that were hits in the 90s. Classic and popular tracks from Japanese music.

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

There are lots of songs about the seasons, but there are especially many that sing about spring.

Of course there are songs about cherry blossoms, a symbol of spring, and there are also many that reflect on the warm, comfortable season itself.

Spring is also a time when many people experience farewells and new encounters, and it marks the start of new chapters in life, so there are plenty of graduation and encouragement songs as well.

In this article, we’ll focus on songs with themes associated with spring that were hits in the 1990s.

It’s a collection packed with nostalgic spring tunes, and among them are timeless classics that people still hear often today.

Let’s listen together!

Spring songs that were hits in the ’90s: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (41–50)

A graduation song, a song of friends.19

19 – Sotsugyou no Uta, Tomodachi no Uta

A graduation song, a song of friends.19

The legendary folk duo 19’s graduation song.

It was apparently originally planned to be released as the opposite A-side to their classic “Ano Kami Hikōki Kumorizora Watte,” but due to the overwhelming response to that song, the tracks were switched and it ended up as the coupling track.

The lyrics, which sing of the irreplaceable time we spent giving it our all and of our feelings for our friends, are truly moving.

Every spring I find myself longing for it, and it gives me courage time and again.

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Spring songs that were hits in the 90s. Classic and popular Japanese tracks (51–60)

BeginningChekikko

Beginning

BeginningChekikko

A heartwarming youth song that turns the farewells of graduation season into a refreshing sense of hope.

Released by Cheki-kkko in March 1999, this track gently embraces the positive feelings of young people setting out on new paths, with graduation as its theme.

First unveiled on Fuji TV’s popular program “DAIBA Atteki!!,” its breezy melody and uplifting message captured the hearts of many.

Created during Mikuni Shimokawa’s important turning point of graduation, the song is also featured on the album “392 — mikuni shimokawa BEST SELECTION —” and is cherished as one of the group’s signature pieces.

It continues to shine with undiminished charm as an anthem for everyone taking a new step forward, especially fitting for the spring graduation season.

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Spring ~spring~Hysteric Blue

Haru ~spring~ (春~spring~)

Spring ~spring~Hysteric Blue

This track stands out with its refreshing, crystal-clear sound.

Its song structure, which seems to epitomize late-’90s pop rock, brims with the invigorating feeling of spring’s arrival.

The melody is catchy throughout, with an unforgettable familiarity after just one listen.

Tama’s soaring high-tone vocals add vivid color to the song’s world.

Released in January 1999, the song was performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen on December 31 of the same year, becoming a major catalyst for the band’s breakthrough.

It’s a song you’ll want to hear in seasons of new beginnings and farewells.

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced a bunch of hit spring songs from the ’90s all at once. From timeless tracks you still hear often to slightly nostalgic tunes, there was quite a variety. The theme of spring is easy to relate to, so I imagine many of these songs resonate with everyone. Among them, I hope you’ve found one that perfectly matches your feelings.