[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)
HURRY GO ROUNDhide with Spread Beaver
Released on October 21, 1998.
This is the 11th single in hide’s solo career and the 4th under the name hide with Spread Beaver.
As the cold winter passes and warm spring arrives, this song is filled with both the bittersweetness and warmth of the changing seasons.
When spring draws near, this song comes around too—you might feel that way when you listen to it.
SAKURAikimonogakari
A heartwarming song that gently portrays the season when cherry blossoms dance in the air.
Its refreshing, springlike melody is beautifully layered with Kiyoe Yoshioka’s clear, transparent vocals from Ikimonogakari, resonating deeply with the listener.
While carefully depicting the scenes of a season filled with meetings and farewells, it serves as an encouraging anthem that gives you the courage to take the next step.
Released in March 2006 as their major-label debut, it was also used in an NTT East Japan commercial.
It has often been broadcast to coincide with the school graduation season and continues to be cherished as a song of memories.
It’s recommended for those who, in the spring season of partings, want to face forward and start walking, or are about to take a new step.
[Spring Songs] Moving tracks to hear in April: Tear-jerking spring classics (101–110)
Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu
It’s a song that stirs the heart in the season when cherry blossoms dance.
It weaves together memories and regrets from school days, friendship and romance, and hope for the future.
Mafumafu’s delicate lyrics and melody beautifully capture the fragility and beauty of youth.
Released in April 2019, it was also included on the album “Kagurairo Artifact,” released in October of the same year.
It was even used as an image song for Shonen Janmaga Gakuen.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to in spring or during graduation season—perfect for anyone feeling nostalgic about their youth.
Song of SpringUkasukaji
A song created as the campaign track for “FM802 ACCESS!”, Haru no Uta (Spring Song).
It’s performed by Ukasuka-G, the duo of Mr.Children’s vocalist Kazutoshi Sakurai and GAKU-MC, known as a member of the hip-hop unit EAST END.
This track is perfect for spring, when new chapters begin—an encouraging, gentle song that anyone striving in a new place should listen to at least once.
It will surely ease your anxieties and lift your spirits.
BeginningChekikko
A heartwarming youth song that transforms the farewells of graduation season into a refreshing sense of hope.
Released by Cheki☆Girls in March 1999, this track gently embraces the positive feelings of young people stepping onto new paths under the theme of graduation.
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 pivotal graduation period, the song is also included on the album “392 ~mikuni shimokawa BEST SELECTION~,” and is cherished as one of the group’s signature numbers.
It remains as captivating as ever—an encouraging anthem for anyone taking a new step, perfect for the spring graduation season.
Cherry blossom seasonFujifaburikku
A gentle spring classic that tenderly colors bittersweet farewells and fresh beginnings.
Released in April 2004 as Fujifabric’s major-label debut, this work is the first in the four-season series crafted by Masahiko Shimura, themed around springtime partings.
Its clear vocals and translucent keyboards stand out, with a delicate melody that resonates from the very beginning.
In 2022, it was included in high school music textbooks, a testament to its timeless appeal.
Beautifully depicting spring scenery, this gem of a song offers comfort to those anxious about starting a new chapter and to anyone who has experienced a heartfelt goodbye.
Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46
A fresh, springlike song from Hinatazaka46! Centered on the theme of graduation, it gently sings of feelings for days gone by.
It delicately portrays the bittersweetness of cherry blossom season and unspoken first love.
Released in January 2025 with Nao Kosaka as center, the music video unfolds a fantastical world inspired by a “parade that heralds spring.” It’s a perfect track for graduation season—recommended not only for students but also for anyone who wants to look back on fond memories.
Its heartfelt lyrics and clear, luminous vocals are sure to move you.