[Spring Songs] Moving tracks to hear in April: tear-jerking masterpieces of spring
When April arrives, some people are fired up for a new chapter in life, while others are surely still feeling the lingering glow of graduation, setting off on new journeys, or the sadness of parting.
At the start of a new season, a mix of emotions—anxiety, butterflies, excitement—bubbles up, doesn’t it? In this article, I’ll introduce some moving songs that will stay close to your life this April.
Every track has lyrics that sink in and tug at your heartstrings.
These wonderful classics—the encouragement of music—are sure to give you strength!
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[Spring Songs] Moving tracks to listen to in April. Tear-jerking spring masterpieces (91–100)
spring thunderYonezu Kenshi
This is a lyrical piece themed around encounters and farewells.
It likens the shock of first love to spring thunder, and Kenshi Yonezu’s delicate sensibility, which carefully weaves wavering emotions, is striking.
While using the contrast between gentle spring and fierce thunder, it tenderly sings of aching feelings for the other person.
The driving sound, which fuses electro and rock, is beautifully matched with the dreamlike visual presentation.
Included on the album “BOOTLEG,” it was released in November 2017.
By July 2020, it had surpassed 100 million streams, growing into a song cherished by many fans.
It’s a warm track that gently gives you a push in the springtime, when one senses new love and change.
Graduation PhotoArai Yumi
A masterpiece woven from a gentle singing voice that stays close to the heart and lyrics that gracefully portray nostalgia for days gone by.
Featured on the album “COBALT HOUR,” released by Yumi Arai in June 1975, this song delicately expresses life and change after graduation.
It lyrically spins memories of a cherished person who lives on forever within the warmth of reminiscence.
It was also selected as the theme song for Fuji TV’s drama “Sotsu Uta” and the film “Watch with Me.” A heartwarming encouragement song to listen to in times of sorrow or at life’s crossroads.
JourneyFuji Kaze
A gem-like ballad by Fujii Kaze that gently and warmly reflects on the journey of life.
Created in March 2021 as the theme song for the drama Nijiiro Karte, this piece is included on the album LOVE ALL SERVE ALL.
It’s a song that supports not only those starting a new chapter in life, but everyone standing at a crossroads.
At the beginning of spring, when anxiety and anticipation are intertwined, it will soothe your heart.
SAKURA. I love you ?Nishino Kana
Set against the backdrop of a beautiful spring scene with cherry blossoms dancing in the air, this pure and elegant song by Kana Nishino poignantly portrays a woman’s heart swaying between lingering feelings for a past love and the pull of a new romance.
Its delicate piano melody and crystalline vocals gently envelop the bittersweet memories of love that resurface with the arrival of spring.
Released in March 2012, the track was featured in Sony’s Walkman “Play You.” commercial and included on the album Love Place.
It’s a gem of a ballad perfect for a spring night, where the emotions wavering between memories revived under rows of cherry trees and complex feelings toward an ideal present lover resonate with the fleeting beauty of nighttime blossoms.
far; distant; by farGReeeeN
Haruka is a track that GReeeeN themselves say portrays a broader, greater kind of love than romantic love.
It was chosen as the theme song for the film adaptation of the hit drama ROOKIES: Graduation.
It’s easy to feel homesick right after leaving your hometown.
At times like that, why not listen to this song and reflect on the words from your family and friends back home, as well as all the fun memories you’ve had? Starting something new makes anyone anxious.
In those moments, the words from the people you care about will definitely give you a push forward.
When you feel like you’re about to be overwhelmed by anxiety or loneliness, try listening to this song and soaking in the feelings of home.
Best FriendKiroro
Among those starting a new chapter in April, some may find themselves separated from the friends and companions they used to spend time with.
Even if you vow, “I’ll do my best no matter the distance!”, actually working hard alone in a faraway place can feel lonely.
This is a song I want you to listen to at times like that.
It will remind you that, even if you’re far apart, your cherished friends are still in your heart.
The gentle melody and Chiharu Tamashiro’s soft vocals come together to soothe you as you listen.
Don’t bloom.WHITE JAM
This is “Sakanaide” (“Don’t Bloom”), released in 2016 by the trio unit WHITE JAM.
The idea that cherry blossoms blooming means the season of parting has arrived, and the repeated cry of “don’t bloom” weighs painfully on the heart.
As spring approaches there are things to look forward to, but the members of WHITE JAM said they felt lonely at the thought of parting from dear friends.
It’s a moving song, perfect for the graduation season.