[2026] A Vibrant April BGM That Evokes Spring | Summary

I should be able to fly (in the sky).NEW!supittsu

Spitz / I Should Be Able to Fly in the Sky

When you feel the warm spring breeze, there’s a melody you can’t help but hum, isn’t there? Released in April 1994 by the four-piece rock band Spitz, this song is a timeless classic loved across generations.

It became widely known as the theme song for the 1996 drama “Hakusen Nagashi,” and went on to become a million seller.

Also included on the album “Sora no Tobikata,” the song’s lyrics vividly capture the immaturity and timidity unique to youth, and the fresh sense that meeting you will set me free.

Its worldview, where anxiety and hope intermingle, is sure to gently support anyone starting a new chapter in life.

Give it a listen this April, as an anthem of encouragement that gives you the courage to take a new step forward.

to clear up (weather)NEW!Yorushika

Yorushika – Haru (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

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.

Spring ~Destiny~NEW!Uru

[Official] Uru “Spring ~Destiny~” - Kirin “Gogo no Kocha” (Afternoon Tea) commercial song

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.

We ate cherry blossoms together.NEW!HKT48

[MV full] Sakura, We All Ate It / HKT48 [Official]

This is a spring pop tune by HKT48, an idol group based in Hakata, that colors the season of parting.

It was released in March 2014 as their third single.

At the time, it sold about 270,000 copies in its first week and became a hit, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It was also used in a Tokyo Monorail commercial and as the ending theme for the TV show “HKT48 no Odekake!”, so many people likely remember its unique and catchy chorus.

Even slightly bittersweet situations like changing classes or graduation are turned into positive feelings by their lively vocals.

Give this song a listen for the courage to dive into a new environment.

Late-blooming cherry blossomsNEW!AKB48

Nagorizakura

A spring song with a poignant, nostalgic melody that perfectly suits the season of meetings and farewells.

The 67th single title track by the national idol group AKB48, released in February 2026, portrays a bittersweet longing for days of youth gone by, along with a faint hope for the future.

Momoka Ito of the 19th generation was selected as center, making this an important song that heralds a new beginning in the group’s 21st year.

The coupling includes a unique concept track born from the TV program “Yasushi Akimoto vs AI Yasushi Akimoto,” offering multifaceted appeal.

It carries a warmth that makes you want to pause and listen during that time when you’re taking off your school uniform and stepping into a new world, filled with both anxiety and anticipation.

Spring is a gradientNEW!Superfly

Superfly – Spring is a Gradation Official Video

This is a Superfly song I’d like you to listen to when you want to feel the thrilling gradation of the seasons.

It’s included on the album “Heat Wave,” released in May 2023, and was written as a campaign song for FM802 and Chuo University.

It was originally performed by a limited-time unit, but this version is a self-cover by Shiho Ochi.

Her powerful yet light vocals gently envelop the mixed feelings of anxiety and anticipation that come with spring.

There’s a warmth that feels like it’s giving a supportive push to those starting a new chapter in life.

It’s a pop number that gives you the courage to take a step forward when a change in environment has you feeling a bit tense.

On a tranquil spring day of lightNEW!UNISON SQUARE GARDEN

Hikari Nodokeki Harunohini

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN is a three-piece rock band known for their high-level musicianship and catchy melodies.

This track, which graces the middle section of their February 2013 album “CIDER ROAD,” is a grand ballad that unfolds over roughly six minutes.

In contrast to their usual breakneck pace, the pared-down, simple ensemble delivers the clear, transparent vocals straight to the listener.

Eschewing flashy wordplay, the lyrics carefully depict scenes of spring found in everyday life and the subtle shifts of emotion, quietly seeping into the listener’s heart.

It’s a song you’ll want to savor while feeling the gentle warmth of spring—perfect for those who wish to immerse themselves deeply in the world of its lyrics.