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[2026] A Vibrant April BGM That Evokes Spring | Summary
April, the month that feels most like spring.
With the fiscal year behind us and the weather warming up, it’s the season when you really feel like enjoying some leisure time.
This time, we’ve selected the perfect BGM for April.
We’ve mainly picked bright, spring-like tracks, so they’re great as BGM for a gloomy morning commute or for listening while you have lunch during your midday break—use them in a variety of situations.
Be sure to find the one song that suits you.
[2026] A Festive April BGM That Evokes Spring | Compilation (1–10)
Waiting for springWANIMA
A spring song by WANIMA, the rock band that powers us up with countless anthems.
Even in situations like a harsh winter, the strength to keep moving forward with hope is sung over their characteristically high-velocity, exhilarating melody.
This track was recorded and released on short notice in March 2020 after their live shows were canceled due to the spread of infections.
It was also included on the mini-album “Cheddar Flavor,” released in September of the same year.
Highly recommended as background music for Instagram Reels featuring scenes of full-bloom cherry blossoms or new challenges.
to clear up (weather)Yorushika
In the gentle, pleasant sunshine of April, many of us are probably diving into new environments.
Under that spring sky, the song to listen to is Yorushika’s “Haru.” Released as a digital single in January 2024, it was written as the opening theme for cour 2 of the TV anime “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.” Its melodies gleam like the air after rain, and vocalist suis’s soaring voice truly resonates.
The lyrics are sprinkled with words about weather and seasons, and while they look back on days gone by, they also convey the strength to face forward and overcome hardship.
The track also collaborated with Suntory’s gin “Sui.” It’s a song that will gently yet powerfully give you a push as you take a step forward, even while carrying your anxieties.
Cherry Blossom ForestHoshino Gen
When you think of cherry blossom season, many people might imagine a gentle, moody ballad.
But this song by Gen Hoshino weaves in elements of soul and dance classics, creating an irresistibly groovy feel that makes your body want to move.
It’s not simply upbeat, either—the lyrics capture a subtle, unsettling murmur beneath spring’s beauty, gripping listeners and not letting go.
Included on a double A-side single released in June 2014, it also drew attention as J-WAVE’s spring campaign song that year.
It’s perfect for a stroll in the spring sunshine or for lifting your spirits at the start of a new chapter.
Winter and Springback number
Set against the changing season from winter’s chill to spring’s warmth, back number’s latest work delicately portrays wavering feelings of love and emotion.
Released as a digital single in January 2024, it has captured many hearts, surpassing 100 million streams.
It also drew attention as the first music video directed by vocalist Iyori Shimizu, featuring Anna Ishii and Tomoki Mizuno.
Produced by Masanori Shimada—reuniting the team behind the classic “Suiheisen”—the band’s sound and emotionally rich arrangement resonate deeply.
The way the bittersweet thoughts layered over winter begin to change seems to overlap with the gentle, balmy air of April.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to as you welcome a new season—when you pause to face your feelings, or on nights when you wish to linger in a tender afterglow.
Spring ~Destiny~Uru
With the arrival of spring, our hearts race with anticipation for new encounters and a new way of life.
Sung by singer-songwriter Uru, this song gently embraces the shifting emotions of the season.
The refreshing arrangement by Takeshi Kobayashi blends with her clear, translucent voice, creating a quietly empowering force that gives listeners a gentle push forward.
Released as a digital single in March 2025, it was also featured in the commercial for Kirin Gogo-no-Kocha Oishii Muto (Unsweetened).
It is included on the 2026 album “tone.” It’s a perfect spring song for when you need the courage to take a step into a new environment or want to put a light bounce in your commute.
Blossom declaration!Chou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu
A hopeful pop tune that makes you want to listen under the gentle spring sunshine.
Created as the theme song for the film “Himitsu no Aipri: Mankai Buzzrium Live!”, this piece overflows with the positive power that’s the hallmark of Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu.
The lyrics portray a strong will to bloom as your true self, even while carrying anxiety and vulnerability, gently supporting those starting a new chapter in life.
This track is also included on the album “Tokimeki Egao,” released in March 2026.
Its dazzling synthesizer tones leave a strong impression, so why not play it on a morning when you want a fresh mindset or during a sunny weekend drive? If you listen while feeling the spring breeze, it will lift your spirits even more.
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE
Despite the gentle warmth of spring, there are times when your chest feels tight with anxiety about a new chapter in life.
In moments like that, what gently yet powerfully pushes you forward is the digital single Mrs.
GREEN APPLE released in April 2024.
Written as the opening theme for the TV anime “Oblivion Battery,” this track is a guitar-driven rock number brimming with speed that recalls the band’s roots.
It carries a message that makes not only the brilliance of youth but even bittersweet experiences and the scars on your heart feel precious, and it’s truly stirring.
It tells you it’s okay not to be perfect—that you can keep moving forward just as you are—and gives you courage.
Why not give it a listen on those heavy-footed mornings on your way to school or work, or whenever you need to fire yourself up?