[2026] Spring songs sung by idols: A roundup of cherry blossom and graduation songs

Thunder Sakura feat. 9Lana, SAKURAmotiMAISONdes

Urusei Yatsura Season 2 Ending Full – Raiou by MAISONdes feat. 9Lana, SAKURAmoti

It’s a poignant song with a cherry blossom theme.

Created by MAISONdes, this piece portrays the budding feelings of love that come with the arrival of spring.

It’s a track where 9Lana’s delicate vocals merge with SAKURAmoti’s talents as a Vocaloid producer.

Released in January 2024, it drew attention as the ending theme for the anime Urusei Yatsura.

The lyrics, which overlay feelings of love onto falling cherry blossoms, are striking, beautifully expressing both the beauty of sakura and the fleeting nature of love.

As spring approaches, it’s a song that will resonate with those experiencing new encounters and farewells.

MemoriesNiziU

NiziU Digital Single「Memories」 (Official Audio)

It’s an uplifting song that’s perfect for spring.

NiziU’s new track portrays the emotions of “encounters” and “farewells” that come with the arrival of spring, featuring a bright, catchy melody.

Released in February 2024, it was also selected as a campaign song for Universal Studios Japan.

A collaboration with a roller coaster was realized as well, creating buzz among fans.

It’s an ideal song for making memories with friends during the spring season as you step into a new environment.

It’s sure to resonate with your heart.

pleasant autumn weatherMōningu Musume.

Morning Musume – Autumn Beauty

This song, performed by Morning Musume, beautifully captures the freshness of autumn and the fleeting nature of love.

Its up-tempo sound meshes perfectly with lyrics crafted by Tsunku♂, resulting in a track that resonates deeply with listeners.

The repeated phrase “koi-uraraka” vividly conveys the exhilaration of being in love.

Released in November 2006 as the B-side to the single “Aruiteru,” it has maintained enduring popularity among fans.

Depicting love quietly growing amid busy days, this heartwarming piece is one you’ll want to hear as the seasons change.

Recommended for those troubled by matters of the heart or anyone who wants to savor autumn scenery.

Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei

[MV] A Classroom in Blue / Suisei Hoshimachi (hololive × HoneyWorks) [#HoloHani Original]

It’s a moving song packed with memories of youth.

The lyrics, themed around friendship and bonds from our school days, are sure to tug at listeners’ hearts.

Suisei Hoshimachi’s clear, crystalline vocals further enhance the track’s appeal.

Included on the album “Horohani-gaoka High School,” the song was released in February 2024.

It was created as part of a collaboration project between hololive and HoneyWorks.

It’s especially recommended for the graduation and school entrance season.

I think it’s a wonderful song that encourages you to look back on the past while finding the courage to take a new step forward.

Spring, little by littleMatsuda Seiko

Spring, little by little

A light, bouncy intro sets the stage for an uplifting pop tune that makes your heart skip.

It’s the B-side included with “Cherry Blossom,” Seiko Matsuda’s 1981 single, by the idol who colored the Showa era.

The way the melody builds dramatically and stirs a sense of elation also seems to match the atmosphere of February, when spring is drawing near.

While portraying straightforward feelings for someone you love in a positive light, it also reflects the passage of time as one grows into adulthood.

A classic that captures the moment the seasons change and the excitement of love.

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Cherry Blossom MoonSakurazaka46

Sakurazaka46 'Sakuzuki'

How about listening to a song that captures the bittersweetness of youth, with pure emotions that really seep into your heart? Brought to you by Sakurazaka46, this piece delicately portrays the feelings of young people whose hearts are stirred during graduation season.

The imagery of emotions likened to cherry blossom petals and the aching inability to put one’s feelings into words for someone special resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in February 2023, it sold 349,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon Singles Chart, earning the number-one spot.

This is a song I especially recommend for spring—the season when expectations and anxieties about a new life, the loneliness of changing routines, and feelings for someone all intersect.

Map of the HeartBOYSTYLE

BOYSTYLE – Kokoro no Chizu [Map of the Heart] Live 2 (One Piece Opening)

This is a signature song by BOYSTYLE, an artist supported for their powerful vocals that move many listeners and catchy melodies that feel familiar to many.

It’s a track imbued with the feeling of moving forward together with friends, making it a moving number perfect for listening to in April.