[Spring Songs] Masterpieces to Listen to in April: Classic Tracks that Color the Month

Poem of SunlightLe Couple

Hidamari no Uta / Le Couple (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

This is Le Couple’s 1997 release “Hidamari no Uta” (“Song of Sunshine”).

It became a big hit as an insert song for the Fuji TV drama “Under One Roof 2.” The song expresses a woman’s gratitude for a man’s kindness—gentle like the calm of spring—which feels so comforting and fills her heart so deeply.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to while basking in warm sunshine.

It’s goodbye, but it’s not goodbye.yamadakatsutenai Wink

It's goodbye, but it's not goodbye.

Yamadakatsutenai Wink wraps this classic spring song—one you want to hear around graduation time—in warm vocals.

Its melody, singing of the sorrow of parting and the hope of reunion, gently touches the heart and gives courage for the future.

Released in February 1991, the song was used as an insert track on Fuji TV’s “Hō-chan no Yamadakatsutenai TV” and became a major hit, reaching No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

With lyrics by Kuniko Yamada and music by KAN in perfect harmony, it’s a gem of a message song that teaches us parting is not an end, but a beginning.

Listened to in the season of departures, it’s a wonderful, heartwarming encouragement song that continues to be loved by many.

Cherry blossomMatsuda Seiko

"Cherry Blossom 2021" from Seiko Matsuda Concert Tour 2023 “Parade”

A timeless masterpiece featuring a refreshing melody that evokes the arrival of spring and heartwarming lyrics depicting the start of a new romance.

Seiko Matsuda’s dignified, clear vocals beautifully express the feelings of a protagonist taking a new step forward.

The sense of anticipation for the future unfolding under a blue sky and the joy of being in love resonate deeply alongside her translucent voice.

Released in January 1981, this song emerged from producer Muneo Wakamatsu’s challenge to create new music.

It reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and was also included on the album “Silhouette.” Cherished by many listeners over the years as a song to enjoy during spring—especially when the cherry blossoms bloom—it’s a track brimming with energy and hope that supports the start of a new chapter in life, making it highly recommended when you want a fresh start.

Cherry Blossom MoonSakurazaka46

Sakurazaka46 'Sakuzuki'

This piece captures the bittersweet feelings of youthful partings, mirrored in the way cherry blossoms fall, delivering a gem of a message that blends freshness and poignancy—perfect for the start of a new school term.

Sakurazaka46’s work wraps you in a warm, moving sensation, as if a single page were filled with precious memories like a graduation album.

Released in February 2023, the song drew attention as Rena Moriya’s first center performance and debuted at No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart with 349,000 copies sold.

In this season of new meetings and farewells, its heartfelt lyrics and beautiful melody will resonate with you, gently encouraging you forward.

Happinessarashi

ARASHI – Happiness [Official Music Video]

Set to a light, upbeat melody, this track radiates the strength to dash toward the future.

Its buoyant rhythm and positive lyrics gently give listeners a push forward.

Released in 2007 as the theme song for the drama “Yamada Taro Monogatari,” it topped the Oricon Weekly Charts.

Perfect for spring when you’re stepping into a new environment or whenever you want to lift your spirits.

It’s sure to wrap you in a refreshing feeling that makes you want to sprint beneath the cherry blossoms.

A Single Cherry Blossom PetalMaica_n

Maica_n – Sakura Petal (Official Music Video)

A pop, bittersweet anthem that gently wraps wavering feelings between dreams and reality in a clear, translucent voice.

With delicate lyrics, it portrays the clash between fear of change and the desire to move forward, while a warm melody suited to the cherry blossom season seeps into the heart.

Created by Maica_n in February 2025, this song gives listeners a gentle push on the back.

It’s a wonderful cheer song that stands beside those about to start a new chapter in life or take a first step toward their dreams.

apple pieRyukku to soine gohan

apple pie

If you’re looking for a spring song that makes you want to listen as the spring breeze blows, I recommend this one! “Apple Pie,” included on the 2022 album “Shiki” by Ryukku to Soiné Gohan.

The lyrics, written from a male perspective, evoke the everyday life of a sweet, laid-back couple.

You can really feel it was probably written for his girlfriend, and the melody is so easy on the ears.

It’s fluffy yet still pledges eternal love, which is heart-melting.

It’s also easy to sing at karaoke, so it might be nice to perform it for a woman you like or your girlfriend.

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