Songs with titles that start with “Ha.” Lots that evoke the seasons!
Have you heard of karaoke shiritori, where you link the last letter of each song title to the next, or the version where you play using only song titles? The key is how many song titles you can remember and how many different songs you can sing, and it gets really exciting when music lovers play together.
Still, there are times when you just can’t come up with a song title… So in this article, I’ll introduce songs that start with “Ha” to help you out when you get stuck on that syllable! There are lots of seasonally themed songs like “Haru” (spring), “Hanabi” (fireworks), and “Hana” (flower), so please take a look.
Songs with titles starting with 'Ha'. Lots that evoke the seasons! (1–10)
springNEW!B’z
As one of the rock units that represent Japan’s music scene, B’z has consistently stayed at the forefront.
Featured on their first double album, The 7th Blues, released in 1994, this song is a ballad draped in a heavy, heartrending atmosphere that departs from the typical image of spring.
Takahiro Matsumoto’s sobbing guitar and Koshi Inaba’s vocals conveying the anguish of a forbidden relationship tighten listeners’ chests.
As the seasons turn without a decision being made, the lyrics depict an irreversible situation—a bittersweetness that perhaps only adults can truly relate to.
Shining a light on a side of spring that isn’t all glamour, this masterpiece has remained steadfastly beloved.
When you want to immerse yourself in the poignant memories deep in your heart, why not listen closely to it?
First snowNEW!HY
A hidden gem by HY, a band based in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture, beloved across generations for their down-to-earth messages.
Released in 2004, it’s included on the album TRUNK, which made history as the first indie release to reach No.
1 on the Oricon charts.
It begins with everyday scenes—like the chill of a winter morning and the comfort of a warm drink—and gradually unfolds into a sense of poignancy and warmth, which is masterfully done.
While conveying the loneliness of living in an unfamiliar city, the lyrics try to find hope in the falling snow, offering gentle companionship to those facing a new life or solitude.
As the cold season deepens, why not listen to it in a warm room while thinking of someone dear?
broad daylightNEW!King Gnu
When we watch the snow falling hard, a bittersweet yet beautiful melody comes to mind.
It’s a signature song by King Gnu, released digitally in 2019 and written as the theme for the drama “Innocence: False Accusation Lawyer.” The lyrics depict a heartfelt wish to have an irreparable past and one’s mistakes concealed beneath pure white snow.
No matter how much we regret, time won’t turn back; all we can do is keep walking through the continuous present—a painful truth most of us have felt at least once.
Begun by Daiki Tsuneta at the end of 2018, the track went on to set astonishing streaming records.
It’s also an indispensable winter soundtrack on TikTok.
Listening to it in the cold air might be a good chance to face your own heart.
Spring ~Destiny~NEW!Uru
Singer-songwriter Uru, whose mystical voice envelops listeners’ hearts.
Perfect for the theme “Songs to listen to in March,” this pop tune delicately portrays the mixed feelings of hope and anxiety that come with spring.
Written and composed by Uru and arranged by Takeshi Kobayashi, the sound leaves an impression with its refreshing rhythm tinged with poignancy.
Released in March 2025, the song was written for the commercial for Kirin Gogo no Kocha Oishii Muto starring Ren Meguro.
It sings of the miracles of chance encounters that color our lives, and is also included on the album “tone.” It’s a springtime classic that gently encourages those starting a new chapter, best enjoyed while basking in the warmth of the season.
petalNEW!back number
In cherry blossom season, seeing the petals flutter down makes you feel a touch of loneliness along with the beauty, doesn’t it? Let me introduce back number’s major debut song, which captures that bittersweet spring scene.
The lyrics are striking, recalling the scenery once shared with a former lover and tightening the chest with the sense of loss that they’re no longer here.
Released in April 2011 as their first single, it was used as the ending theme for TV Tokyo’s “JAPAN COUNTDOWN.” Later included on the best-of album “Encore,” it’s a timeless classic that has been loved for years.
The contrast between joyful memories and present reality evokes a poignant ache, making this song perfect for moments when you want to sink into a pensive mood or for karaoke in March when you’re remembering someone special.
It’s a track you’ll want to sing with all your emotions.
spring breezeNEW!flumpool
This song is by flumpool, a four-piece rock band known for their translucent vocals and beautiful melodies.
It’s included on their debut mini-album “Unreal,” released in November 2008.
A poignant love song that portrays the lingering feelings for a past romance with the arrival of spring, its lyrics capture the ache of unresolved attachment even after a breakup, while the seasons continue to turn—something that may strike a chord with many listeners.
Although not a single’s title track, it has enjoyed enduring popularity as an album cut, even receiving a music video thanks to strong fan support.
Its driving sound carries a hint of melancholy, making it a perfect fit for the sentimental mood of March, when meetings and partings intersect.
Spring NotesNEW!miwa
A medium-tempo track perfect for spring, where a crystal-clear singing voice beautifully intertwines with the piano’s melody.
It’s a song by singer-songwriter miwa.
Released as a single in May 2023, it was written as the ending theme for the TV anime MIX MEISEI STORY: Second Summer, Beyond the Sky.
The lyrics, depicting the frustration of unrequited love and the brilliance of youth, echo the sweet-and-sour scenery of spring.
It was later included on the album 7th and has been cherished as a masterpiece that leaves a lingering aftertaste of the story.
A song to sing in March, when meetings and partings cross paths, while recalling nostalgic scenes.
How about singing it with all your heart, layering it with your hidden feelings for someone special?