[Autumn Songs] Songs of autumn. Classic tracks and popular favorites you’ll want to listen to in the fall.
Compared to the carefree fun of summer, autumn can make you feel a little lonely, don’t you think?
At times like that, what kind of songs do you feel like listening to?
I imagine songs with a mellow, slightly sentimental mood might really hit the spot, right?
In this article, I’ll introduce autumn songs that capture beautiful scenery—like autumn leaves, cosmos flowers, moon-viewing, and sunsets—along with a touch of wistfulness.
As they say, “long autumn nights,” I’ve picked out a variety of tracks, starting with ballads you’ll want to savor slowly on those long evenings.
Please enjoy!
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[Autumn Songs] Songs of autumn. Classic tracks and popular recommended songs to listen to in autumn (21–30)
body temperatureMatsuo Taiyo
A song whose gently moist melody will steal your heart.
Woven by Taiyo Matsuo’s warm vocals, this love story seeps into the listener’s soul.
Released in September 2021, the track is an R&B-tinged love ballad.
Matsuo’s lustrous vocals match beautifully with the delicate composition crafted by Omoinotake.
When you want to feel the bond with someone special, give it a listen.
It’s the perfect song for spending a long autumn night by the window, sinking into the music at a relaxed pace.
late autumnThe Back Horn
A track from THE BACK HORN’s first album “Doko e Yuku,” released in 1999, also included on their 2018 self-cover album “ALL INDIES THE BACK HORN.” The emotional guitar work and Yamada’s unadorned vocals leave a strong impression.
I believe that by recognizing our own smallness, the future can come into view.
It’s an autumn song I’d love rock fans to keep on their radar.
Beyond the Night SkySMAP
SMAP, a national idol group that disbanded to much regret.
This is one of their signature masterpieces, with lyrics by Shikao Suga.
The poignant melody, perfect for a long autumn night, brings out the loneliness in the words even more.
It’s also a sure-fire hit for karaoke, so it’s highly recommended if you’re not sure what to sing!
Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been There Since Long AgoMy Little Lover
Released in 1995 as My Little Lover’s third single, it became the band’s biggest hit.
It was the last song produced by and featuring Takeshi Kobayashi as a member.
The track carries a touch of melancholy, evoking scenes of autumn rain and the clear skies that follow.
Promise in Madder Redikimonogakari
Autumn is a season when the sunsets are truly beautiful, isn’t it? A perfect song for this time of year that I recommend is “Akane-iro no Yakusoku” by Ikimono-gakari.
Just listening to it brings vivid images of orange sunsets to mind.
The lyrics are also captivating, with scenes that evoke a touch of nostalgia unique to autumn.
DahliaLym
It’s a song that keeps you company on a calm, long autumn night.
Lym’s track “Dahlia” is striking for its spacious sound and relatable lyrics.
Released in June 2021, the song centers on themes of lost love and regret.
It features a structure that moves from a quiet intro to an emotional chorus, as if carrying every ounce of feeling in its arrangement.
Listen while picturing someone special in your mind.
gentianWANIMA
As the heat eases in autumn, I think many people feel like listening to more relaxed music.
If you’re looking for songs like that, I recommend WANIMA’s “Rindou.” WANIMA is generally known for flashy, bright summer tunes, but this song overturns that image.
It’s a gentle ballad that’s perfect for autumn.