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A cherry blossom song with great lyrics. A wonderful, heartwarming message.

In Japan, when spring arrives, a lot of cherry blossom songs start to appear, don’t they?

For a long time, cherry blossoms have held a special place in the hearts of Japanese people, inspiring many songs filled with different emotions.

Love, graduation and farewells, starting school and new encounters… It’s precisely because of the season of spring and its beauty that cherry blossoms have become something we entrust our feelings to.

Among those sakura songs, there must be many people who want to listen to tracks with truly moving lyrics—songs that feel like they’re speaking on your behalf.

So in this article, we’ll introduce cherry blossom songs with wonderful lyrics!

They’re all masterpieces that will stay close to your heart, so if you find a favorite, try listening while reading the lyrics.

Cherry blossom songs with great lyrics. Beautiful, heartwarming messages (91–100)

Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro

This song, themed around cherry blossoms that brighten the spring graduation season, gently sings of farewells, reunions, and the treasured memories that remain in our hearts.

Naotaro Moriyama’s clear, pure vocals and the majestic arrangement of piano and strings resonate deeply.

The beautiful story, intertwining life’s important moments with the fleeting nature of cherry blossoms, leaves a lasting impression on listeners.

Released in March 2003, the track was chosen as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS program “Sekai Ururun Taizaiki,” and was later included on the album “In Search of New Spices.” Embraced as a song that accompanies life’s milestones such as graduation and school entrance ceremonies, it has also become a gentle, comforting piece for elementary school children.

I will die in the spring.Yuki Satoru

“In Spring, I Will Disappear” Yuuki Akira MV
I will die in the spring.Yuki Satoru

Singer-songwriter Kei Yuki, who began her career at 14 primarily on video-sharing platforms and has drawn attention as a “digital-native generation’s musical expressionist,” continues to captivate audiences.

Her 11th digital single, “In Spring, I Disappear,” is a moving piece featuring a delicate ensemble centered on piano and acoustic guitar.

The poignant message and melody evoke the bittersweetness of the spring season.

It’s a spring song that conveys a fleeting allure, marked by a beautiful yet powerful worldview.

No NameASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

It’s a classic that evokes the arrival of spring—a song you’ll want to play during cherry blossom season.

It’s included on ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s first major full-length album, “Kimi Tsunagi Five M.” Released in November 2003, this track closes the album and, while simple, carries a message that resonates deeply.

Phrases like “budding spring” and “resounding blue” leave a fresh impression, conveying the start of a new season.

It’s perfect not only for those beginning a new chapter in spring, but also for anyone looking to make a fresh start.

It’s a wonderful piece that fills you with the strength to naturally look ahead.

danceGuiano feat. Rime

The drama themed around graduation, “On Graduation Day, Utako Kamiya Isn’t There.” Its theme song, Mai, was newly written by Guiano and RIM.

The song likens falling cherry blossoms to two people parting ways.

However, it doesn’t carry a negative tone; instead, it conveys a message to enjoy the time when the petals are still dancing before they fall.

The relationship between the two is not described in detail, so it can be interpreted as either a couple or best friends.

Try listening to it while imagining yourself and someone special.

cherry blossomJackson vibe

Included on the 2007 album “24 HOUR DREAMING PEOPLE.” A four-piece rock band formed in 2003.

With a rhythm section that lays down a simple, straight beat, cheerful and easy-to-listen-to melodies, and vocals that soar with clarity, this is a truly pop-leaning track.

Sakura Night FeverKAN

Sakura Night Fever ~Album Version~/KAN
Sakura Night FeverKAN

“Sakura Night Fever,” released by KAN in 2015, is a song that seems perfect for getting everyone singing and excited at a cherry-blossom viewing party.

Its standout feature is the very unique lyrics, written from the perspective of a cherry blossom itself.

Despite blooming so beautifully—and even being illuminated at night—people don’t really look at the blossoms and instead just get rowdy with their parties.

The song frames this as a challenge posed by the cherry blossoms: is that really okay? It’s accompanied by a heartfelt plea from the blossoms—if you’re not going to truly look at us, at least let us rest at night! Listening to it makes you want to properly appreciate the cherry blossoms.

Sakura SongKANA-BOON

KANA-BOON “Sakura no Uta” Music Video
Sakura SongKANA-BOON

The song “Sakura no Uta” has that distinct KANA-BOON feel, and it hits you with an overwhelming sense of bittersweet emotion.

It’s a fan favorite included on their 2013 album “Boku ga CD wo Dashitara.” This poignant track looks back on a love that has ended, capturing the delicate feelings of springtime romance.

The melody gives off a buoyant, springlike lift, yet the lyrics are tear-jerking—utterly heart-wrenching and swoon-worthy.

Be sure to listen to its answer song as well, “Sakura no Shi,” which expresses the feelings from a woman’s perspective.