[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 (11–20)
On nights when cherry blossoms fallaimyon
This song is a bittersweet love tune set in spring.
The friendly, conversational lyrics are so characteristic of Aimyon.
As the title suggests, the lyrics paint a beautiful scene of cherry blossoms fluttering down on a spring night, interwoven with the protagonist’s unrequited feelings.
“I don’t know why, but I’m just drawn to you”—that sentiment resonated with many, as it’s something almost everyone has felt.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to on a spring night while looking at a row of cherry trees.
Waiting for springWANIMA
Like enduring a harsh winter while waiting for a warm spring, this song carries the message that a day will come when we can overcome hardships.
It’s a track by the rock band WANIMA.
Their appeal lies in the messages woven into their lyrics, delivering gentle, warm words with boundless brightness and straightforward sincerity.
The song was released on short notice after their tour was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and it embodies their desire for people to listen to this song filled with encouragement, even if live performances aren’t possible.
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.
bookmarkkuriipuhaipe
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.
Philadelphia fleabaneBUMP OF CHICKEN
“Harujion” sounds so cool! But if you’re thinking, ‘I don’t really know what that is,’ same here.
It’s that weed you often see growing by the riverbanks—what people call the “poverty weed.” Back when the song was released in 2001, a lot of folks learned its proper name from it.
It’s a pretty harsh nickname, but if you look closely, it’s actually a cute little flower.
The way Motoo Fujiwara zeroed in on this flower to explore the theme of “things that are hard to notice but important” is just brilliant.
road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE
Since its release in 2007, it has been used as the train approach melody at Keikyu Kanazawa-Hakkei Station and has won a Gold Disc Award, making it one of EXILE’s signature songs.
Owing to its accessible lyrics and melody, it is also performed as a choral piece.
[Spring Songs] Moving songs to listen to in April. Tear-jerking spring masterpieces (21–30)
one’s true feelingssumika
“Honne,” the official cheer song for the 99th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
It’s the perfect anthem not only for sports, but also for when you’re working hard at your studies! No matter how much you love something or how badly you want to succeed, when you hit a wall you might find yourself thinking, “Maybe I should just give up…” This song gently stays by your side in those moments when you feel like voicing your weakness, while pointing you toward the bright future that lies ahead.
April marks the start of a new chapter, so if you’re feeling anxious, give it a listen!
