[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 classics (1–10)
spring breezeShimizu Shota
A bittersweet yet warm mid-tempo number that evokes the seasonal scent drifting in with the arrival of spring.
Led by the overwhelming vocal prowess and songwriting talent of Shota Shimizu, this piece is said to be the first song he wrote and composed at the age of 16.
A once-mythical masterpiece that had only been performed live until it was included as a bonus track on the best-of album “ALL SINGLES BEST,” released in February 2015.
Set to a piano-centered sound, it paints scenes that bring past loves and memories back to life.
The story, where the pain of parting overlaps with the resolve to move forward, is perfect for those moments when a sudden loneliness creeps in amid the springtime warmth.
Best FriendNishino Kana
It’s a heartwarming friendship song that expresses gratitude to a best friend who supports you in both good times and bad, written plainly and straight from the heart.
Released in February 2010 by Kana Nishino—an artist beloved for her cute vocals and relatable lyrics—the single was chosen as the campaign song for NTT Docomo’s “Ganbare Jukensei” (Good Luck, Exam Takers) campaign.
It was later included on the classic, hit-making album “to LOVE.” This track brightens spring events—a season of partings like graduations and moving on to new schools.
How about using it as the BGM for an Instagram Reels video that compiles beautiful cherry blossom scenes and cherished photos, dedicated to a dear friend with whom it may no longer be easy to meet as before, as you both step forward onto a new stage?
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True to CreepHyp, who are active on the Japanese rock scene, this song is crafted in an approachable, refreshing guitar-rock style.
The lyrics depict a farewell story set in spring.
Even though parting should be sorrowful, there’s a certain freshness to it—perhaps because the narrator gently sends the other off with a feeling like, “Stay well from here on.” Taking inspiration from the title Shiori (Bookmark), the lyrics unfold by likening the narrative to a story found in a novel.
The more you read them like a piece of writing, the more depth you’ll feel, so be sure to listen multiple times while following along with the lyrics.
[Spring Songs] Moving tracks to listen to in April: Tear-jerking spring masterpieces (11–20)
Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN
This is a classic ballad by BUMP OF CHICKEN that delicately portrays the anxiety of whether you can stay friends even when you’re far apart, as well as the feeling of cherishing someone.
The lyrics, written by vocalist Motoo Fujiwara with Nobita—whom he’s been familiar with since childhood—in mind, make it a perfect song for spring, the season of meetings and farewells.
Released as a single in February 2011, the song was written as the theme for the film Doraemon: Nobita and the New Steel Troops—Angel Wings.
It was also the band’s first track to incorporate trumpet, and together with the sweeping strings, it features a stirring, grand sound that truly grips the heart.
When you want to think back on an old friend or reaffirm your bond with someone important, listening to it will surely warm your heart.
Spring personAYANE
This is a ballad that layers deep feelings for a cherished person you can no longer meet with images of spring’s arrival and a starry sky.
Its wistful yet warm melody, together with a core strength that seems to vow a fresh start beyond sorrow, resonates deeply in the heart.
Performed by Ayane, portrayed by Meru Nukumi, the song appears in the 2026 film “The Last Song You Left Behind,” where it was released in advance in February 2026 as an in-film track.
There’s even a story that Shunsuke Michieda, the lead actor, heard the vocals during filming and, beyond acting, was moved to tears naturally.
It’s a song that gives you the courage to step into a new season while holding on to unforgettable memories.
On a spring night when changes in your environment bring confusion or loneliness, why not listen quietly while gazing up at the sky?
forget-me-notAwesome City Club
Titled after the forget-me-not that reaches its peak in spring, this song is one of the signature tracks by the rock band Awesome City Club.
Created as an inspiration piece for the 2021 film We Made a Beautiful Bouquet, the song drew attention alongside the movie’s success.
The interplay and harmonies of the male–female twin vocals, combined with a rock arrangement featuring strings, come together to create a beautiful piece.
As you listen closely, pay attention to the lyrics that express the frustration of two people who are precious to each other yet cannot be together.
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A warm ballad by flumpool that teaches us about the bonds with our companions and the importance of the days we spent together.
Released as a single in September 2011, it was created as the required piece for the junior high school division of the 78th NHK All-Japan School Music Competition.
It was also broadcast on NHK’s Minna no Uta, so many people may have heard it at the time.
The lyrics resonate in the heart, offering the courage to move toward the future even while carrying the sadness of parting.
With certain memories in your heart, why not listen to this classic that gently gives a push to those stepping into a new world, especially in the spring season?