Emotional songs that resonate in a sentimental autumn. A collection of autumn tunes.

BACK TO YOUAMBIENCE

BACK TO YOU

A ballad by AMBIENCE, who were active in the rock scene of the ’90s, perfectly suited to the autumn air.

Its wistful yet beautiful melody evokes images of fallen leaves dancing in the wind and cityscapes, leaving a deep impression.

Through Hiroshi Kitagawa’s heartrending vocals, the protagonist’s emotions—savoring the weight of a lost love—are powerfully conveyed.

This track is included on AMBIENCE, released in December 1993.

On a slightly chilly night, be sure to give it a careful listen.

Twilight SurroundRIP SLYME

RIP SLYME – Twilight Surround

A medium-tempo tune that wraps you in the autumn night breeze right from the intro.

The acoustic guitar’s sound—somehow wistful yet warm—really seeps into your heart, perfect for twilight.

It offers a mellow, calm charm that’s different from RIP SLYME’s typically upbeat image.

The lyrics trace the flow of time from dusk to dawn, inviting a sentimental mood as you listen.

Released in October 2004 as their 10th single, this track is also included on the classic album “MASTERPIECE.” It’s perfect for long autumn night drives, and it’s great to sing gently at karaoke, too.

Keep a smooth, flowing delivery in mind, and enjoy it cool and mellow!

Goodbye, Regretkururi

Quruli – Goodbye Regret

Quruli is a band that has enjoyed long-lasting popularity thanks to its distinctive musicality.

Among their songs is a classic that gently accompanies the slightly wistful air of autumn.

The track portrays a delicate emotional state that quietly bids farewell to regrets about days gone by and tries to look ahead.

Its sparkling piano melody and warm sound seem to softly kindle hope within the sadness.

Released in September 2008 as a commemorative disc for the Kyoto Music Expo, it’s also likely familiar as the song used in House Foods’ “Java Curry” commercial.

Later included on the acclaimed album “Tamashii no Yukue,” this piece features a beautiful, singable melody, making it a great choice to add to your karaoke repertoire when you want an autumnal song.

Oh, Girl (The Sad Screen of My Heart)Sazan Ōrusutāzu

OH, GIRL (Sad Screen of the Heart) [2024 Remaster]

A gem of a ballad crafted by Southern All Stars.

It portrays, from a third-person perspective, a woman who single-mindedly continues to long for someone she can no longer meet.

The metaphor in the lyrics—that her sweet yet painful emotions are projected onto a screen—is truly superb.

This piece is included on the classic album “Southern All Stars,” released in January 1990, and was later featured on the best-of collection “Ballad 3: the album of LOVE.” Keisuke Kuwata’s wistful vocals and melody link exquisitely with the lonely, autumnal atmosphere, making it a masterpiece.

Girls’ GenerationHarayuko

Girls' Generation

This song features a nostalgic melody that gently embraces days gone by and resonates in the heart.

Originally written for Yuki Saito, it was included as a self-cover on the single “Makeruna Onna no Ko!” released in November 1991, and was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime “YAWARA! a fashionable judo girl!” The bittersweet memories of youth, spun by Hara’s warm vocals, naturally overlap with the slightly lonely scenery of autumn as you listen.

It may touch you even more deeply if you play it at dusk while lost in thought.

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YOASOBI “Tabun” Official Music Video

A song by YOASOBI released in July 2020 that also serves as the theme for a short film of the same name.

It depicts a quiet morning shared by two people facing a breakup, and is a mid-tempo number that gently accompanies the melancholic autumn season.

YOASOBI’s songs might seem difficult to sing, but this one features a calm rhythm that lets you savor the lyrics.

Ikura’s clear, transparent vocals delicately convey the complex emotions—the helpless sense of loss after a relationship ends, a heart wavering over the fact that it’s no one’s fault, and the sudden resurgence of regret.

It’s a moving song recommended for autumn nights when you want to sing as if telling a story, pouring your feelings into every word.

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Aimyon – Zarame [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A song that makes you want to take a long, quiet look into your own heart on an autumn night.

Crafted by Aimyon, it portrays someone carrying a lingering pain, suppressing their emotions while desperately struggling to find hope.

Written as the theme song for the Yomiuri TV/NTV Sunday drama “Let Lonely Deaths Pile Up,” it’s included on the album “Jealous of the Cat,” released in September 2024.

While the song’s tone carries a suspenseful tension, it also has a certain warmth that is so quintessentially Aimyon.

Anyone wrestling with daily conflicts and worries will likely find it relatable.

It’s a ballad you’ll want to sing carefully, savoring each and every word.