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

The Lion Standing in the Windsadamasashi

The Lion Standing in the Wind

It’s not only people starting a new chapter in life who treat April—the beginning of the new fiscal and school year—as something special.

Even those who have been away from their hometown for many years may find a swell of emotions rising each April in spring.

For anyone trying to do their best this year while thinking of family from far away, I recommend Masashi Sada’s “The Lion Standing in the Wind.” This song, which mentions “April” in its lyrics, portrays someone looking back on the many memories made in a place they had truly wished to share with their loved ones back home, while praying for those people’s happiness.

In 2013, Sada himself adapted the song into a novel, and in 2015 it was made into a film.

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I hope it’s sunny.DREAMS COME TRUE

Haretara Ii ne by Dreams Come True at the House of Blues Anaheim

It was in October 1992 that a heartwarming masterpiece was born—one that depicts childhood experiences in nature, filled with nostalgic memories and love for family.

The tender recollections of time spent with family in early childhood and the changes in parent-child relationships that come with growing up are expressed with deep emotion.

Through this classic, DREAMS COME TRUE beautifully captures the scenery of a nature-rich hometown and the bonds between parents and children.

Chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Hirari” and included on the album “The Swinging Star,” the song achieved phenomenal sales in Japan at the time.

The exquisite melody—where Miwa Yoshida’s vocals and Masato Nakamura’s arrangement blend perfectly—has continued to be cherished as a true spring anthem, gently accompanying those who long for the arrival of the season.

parabolaOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Parabola [Official Video]

A refreshing Official HIGE DANDism track that colors the start of a new life.

It skillfully portrays scenes that evoke a fresh beginning, such as a room right after moving in or the nervous feeling of writing the very first character in a brand-new notebook.

The determination of one’s present self to inherit the dreams once held by one’s past self and to make them come true is striking.

Released in April 2020, it was featured in a Calpis Water commercial.

It’s a recommended song for those starting a new chapter or seeking the courage to take a new step.

Like a parabola, its drive to grow beyond ideals has resonated with many.

Even if we forget springaibii karaa

Ivy Color [Even If We Forget Spring] Music Video

This song by IVY to Fraudulent Game gently wraps spring scenery and the poignancy of farewell, making it a deeply moving track perfect for cherry blossom season.

Released in March 2019, it features a beautiful melody woven by piano and strings.

It wonderfully expresses both the anticipation of a new beginning that comes with spring and the nostalgia for time gone by.

It’s recommended for those who have experienced graduation or parting, as well as those about to take a new step forward.

Listening to this piece conjures up images of cherry blossoms dancing in the air and warms the heart.

Tears of MagnoliaSutādasuto☆Rebyū

Tears of Magnolia

A love ballad that sings of the profound sense of loss after losing the lover to whom eternal love was vowed.

Using the magnolia—the flower that symbolizes spring—as its motif, it beautifully depicts warm memories with a beloved person and the loneliness felt after their loss.

It was included as the first track on Stardust Revue’s album “SOLA,” released in March 1993, and was later released as a single, selling 150,000 copies.

In 2005, an acoustic version was produced for a Nikka Whisky commercial.

For those who have lost someone precious or who recall bittersweet memories in the spring season, this work will resonate deeply with your heart.

As springBlue Mash

Spring As Is – Blue Mash

This song portrays a bittersweet love that evokes the arrival of spring.

It’s included on Blue Mash’s album “From the Student District e.p.,” released in October 2022.

The lyrics capture the pain of heartbreak, regrets about time gone by, and the courage to welcome a new season.

The band members’ richly individual experiences blend into a refreshing indie-rock sound.

It’s the perfect track for anyone starting a new chapter or looking to reset with the coming of spring.

Give it a listen during cherry blossom season—you’re sure to feel it resonate in your heart.

Go for it!!Urufuruzu

Ulfuls – Guts da ze!!

This is Ulfuls’ ninth single, released in 1995.

It’s the smash hit that catapulted Ulfuls into stardom and out into the world.

I highly recommend this song to anyone starting a new life in spring who’s having trouble adjusting to a new environment.

It’s a track that somehow fires you up just by listening to it.

It isn’t that floaty spring feeling, nor does it have a touch of melancholy—it’s solid, full-on disco-sounding spring.

Not bad at all!

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