[Spring Songs] Masterpieces to Listen to in April: Classic Tracks that Color the Month
When April comes, the weather turns warm and springlike, and we get to see beautiful cherry blossom scenery, don’t we? For those starting a new chapter or a new school term, you’re probably feeling a mix of nerves and a flutter of excitement, right? In this article, we’ll introduce a slew of songs perfect for listening to in April! We’ve picked a wide range—from pep songs ideal for a fresh start to tracks that sing about cherry blossoms.
Fill your days with music brimming with spring vibes and have a wonderful spring.
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[Spring Songs] Masterpieces to listen to in April. Classic tracks that color the month of April (131–140)
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A gem of a rock number with a refreshing melody that evokes the start of a new season and paints bittersweet memories of love.
Released by Spitz in April 1996, this song topped the Oricon chart in its fourth week and became a massive hit, selling a total of 1.613 million copies.
Its gentle, enveloping tune captures the sweet-and-sour memories of youth, while the members’ tight, cohesive performance weaves an exquisite harmony.
Masamune Kusano’s poetic lyrics portray a protagonist who accepts the end of a romance yet strives to move forward, resonating deeply with listeners.
It’s a song that quietly stays by your side as you carry the pain of heartbreak and still choose to step into the future.
murmurUeno Daiki
A heartwarming song that evokes the arrival of spring.
Daiju Ueno’s gentle vocals and the tender tone of the cello leave a strong impression.
It’s included on the album “Shinryoku,” released in April 2023, making it a perfect track for the start of a new season.
The lyrics capture the joy, anxiety, and anticipation that come with spring’s arrival, offering comfort to those beginning a new chapter in life.
Listening while feeling the spring breeze can make your heart feel lighter.
Highly recommended for anyone feeling uneasy about a new environment or eager to savor the coming of spring.
cherry blossomKawamoto Makoto
A perfect classic for the spring season by Makoto Kawamoto.
With a gentle, distinctive perspective, it sings of the feelings stirred by gazing at a graduation certificate and thinking of parting with friends, and the loneliness of being left alone amid a scene of falling cherry blossoms.
The buoyant piano melody and her clear, expansive vocals vividly color the faint memories of youth.
Released in April 1998, the song reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, ranked 73rd on the year-end chart, and sold over 200,000 copies.
It’s a track we especially recommend to those facing the hopes and anxieties of a new chapter in life, or trying to overcome a farewell with someone dear.
The emotions of youth and the imagery of drifting cherry blossoms are rendered in a way that gently soaks into the heart.
Harusaki KobeniYano Akiko
A beautiful season of cherry blossoms that heralds the arrival of spring.
This song gently supports those taking a new step forward while enjoying such spring scenery.
Released in February 1981, it reached No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and sold over 370,000 copies.
Akiko Yano’s soft vocals and YMO’s fresh arrangement are a perfect match, exquisitely capturing the atmosphere of spring.
It’s an ideal track for anyone starting a new chapter in life or hoping to tackle things with a renewed spirit as spring arrives.
If you listen while feeling the spring breeze, it’s sure to warm your heart.
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Kana Otsubo’s vocals might be a perfect match for spring.
When I listen to her voice, I feel a powerful, enveloping warmth that makes me feel like I could stay in that space forever.
They come across as strongly art-oriented artists, but this track can be thoroughly enjoyed as springtime pop as well.
When spring is overkepura
A heartwarming song that evokes the arrival of spring.
Released in April 2024, it’s a track by Kepla included on the album “Days of Youth.” With lyrics by Ritsuki Yanagisawa and music by Kepla, the piece gently portrays memories and emotions from youth.
The song depicts friends gathering and having fun as spring comes to an end, with poignant lyrics that resonate with listeners.
It’s perfect for those starting a new chapter in life or anyone wanting to feel the bond with cherished friends.
Be sure to give it a listen during cherry blossom season.
Yozakura feat. Mei-chankujira
This song, themed around cherry blossoms shining in the spring night sky, beautifully portrays the beginning and end of young love.
The delicate vocals woven by Kujira and Mei, paired with the emotional composition, create an unforgettable atmosphere.
Through the fragile symbol of night sakura, it expresses feelings of love that shift with the changing seasons, and since its release in June 2020, it has captivated many listeners.
Its unique sound, blending electronica and pop, harmonizes wonderfully with lyrics brimming with the essence of spring and summer.
This piece is especially recommended for the season when you can feel spring’s arrival.
Listening during cherry blossom season will make the lyrical world resonate even more deeply.
It’s a song that will gently accompany those experiencing spring farewells or new encounters.