Cheer songs to listen to in April. Uplifting tunes that color the spring.
Starting in April, many people step out of the environment they’ve known and begin a new chapter—students change classes, advance to the next level of schooling, or start jobs.
As you face your days on a new stage, you might feel a complex mix of excitement and anxiety.
In this article, we’ll introduce a lineup of perfect cheer-up songs for April! We’ve picked plenty of tracks that sing of springlike scenery and focus on encouraging you in your new life.
You’re sure to find songs that match your feelings and situation, so go find a favorite.
It will surely be there to support your heart!
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Cheer songs to listen to in April. Uplifting spring anthems (51–60)
OrangeSPYAIR
A bittersweet anthem of youth by SPYAIR, released in February 2024 as the theme song for the film Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, which poignantly portrays sweet-and-sour coming-of-age moments.
With fresh, vibrant vocals and an energetic band sound, the song captures the hearts of young people where hope and anxiety intertwine, conveying a strong resolve to keep moving forward even as they reluctantly part from friends.
Its refreshing yet heartrending melody and empowering message that points toward the future make it perfect for spring—the season of new beginnings like moving up a grade or graduation.
It’s a song that gently gives a push to everyone setting out on a new path with memories of cherished friends close to their hearts.
sparkleFuji Kaze
A refreshing pop tune woven from a driving Eurobeat sound and light, buoyant melodies! Fujii Kaze’s transparent vocals brilliantly capture a positive attitude that lightly overcomes life’s hardships.
While centered on romance, the song also celebrates the precious, shining moments in everyday life and the wonder of walking through life with someone you love.
It was written in May 2021 as the theme for Honda’s VEZEL commercial.
In December of the same year, he delivered a memorable remote performance from his hometown in Okayama at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It’s a song that encourages you as you step into a new stage of life and stays close to your heart.
Starting OverRemioromen
There are things you can’t do anything about, but Remioromen’s “Starting Over” really hits home with its straightforward lyrics that cheer you on to chase what you most want with everything you’ve got.
It was released in 2009 as the song for an Arinamin commercial.
Even without an overpowering personality, it stays with you and gently lifts your spirits—an admirable feat of songwriting!
Season of BeginningsMakihara Noriyuki × Hanaregumi
A duet by Noriyuki Makihara and Hanaregumi that beautifully captures the conflicting emotions of spring—anticipation and unease, fluttering excitement and impermanence.
Released digitally on April 30, 2025, it received an exclusive early airplay on FM COCOLO starting April 1 of the same year.
With their rich vocals blending seamlessly, the song is a gem that seems to sonically paint the very scenes of spring.
Makihara’s melody and lyrics, paired with Hirokazu Ogura’s gently expressive guitar arrangement, are exquisite.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when early spring leaves you unsettled, or when nostalgia and hope set your heart trembling.
Cheer songs to listen to in April: uplifting spring anthems (61–70)
Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//
A warm, supportive anthem that stands by the hearts of exam-takers has emerged from DISH//’s work.
Co-written by Takumi Kitamura and Hattori from Macaroni Empitsu, this piece gives a push to those feeling anxious or uncertain, carrying a message to stride forward with strength onto the new path that awaits beyond your choices.
It also delicately depicts a mother’s love and the gratitude that’s so hard to express.
Released in November 2021, the song deeply moved many viewers as the theme for the NTV Saturday drama “The Winner in February: The Classroom of Guaranteed Success.” It’s a track that resonates not only with students preparing for exams, but with anyone standing at a crossroads in life.
Our Starting LineHIPPY
This is an uplifting support song by HIPPY that delivers heartwarming vocals about the friendships of youth and the passion for pursuing goals.
It gently conveys the importance of bonds with friends and working hard toward your ambitions, while giving you the courage and hope to take a new step in life.
Released in August 2024, it was selected as the official support song for the 2025 National High School Comprehensive Sports Tournament.
Created together with high school students in Hiroshima Prefecture, the song is infused with the energy and dreams of young people.
It’s a track we hope everyone will listen to—not only those starting a new chapter, but anyone striving toward an important goal.
When you’re taking a step toward your dream or feeling anxious about a challenge, it will surely give you a push forward.
A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly
A powerful cheering song from Superfly has arrived to give you a push toward a hope-filled new chapter in life.
With simple words that convey deep emotions, this piece reminds us of the beauty we often overlook in everyday life and of our gratitude toward the people we cherish.
Released in February 2008, it was used as the theme song for the TV drama “Edison no Haha” (Edison’s Mother).
It’s recommended for those who need the courage to jump into a new environment or want to express their appreciation to someone important.
The heartfelt vocals and warm melody are sure to support you as you begin your new life.