Songs to Listen to in June: A Curated Selection of Rain-Themed Tracks and Classics for Father’s Day

Only for you, clear skiesYorushika

Yorushika – Just Clear Skies for You (MUSIC VIDEO)

A nostalgic memory of early-summer love comes rushing back with Yorushika’s “Just a Sunny Day for You.” It’s one of her most popular songs.

June means the rainy season—and the growing presence of summer.

This refreshing track contemplates a certain “summer day” and “you.” Yorushika’s music always feels a bit nostalgic, and this song, too, is best heard not in the height of summer, but around June, when summer is just in the air.

It will gently, a little wistfully, bring back your unforgettable memories of summer.

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The Rain and Meback number

Ameto Bokuno Hanashi

A beloved song by back number that wraps the pain of heartbreak—depicted alongside a poignant rainy scene—in a beautiful melodic line.

With delicate expressions, it weaves together fragments of memories recalled while getting soaked in the rain, making for a deeply moving track.

Included on the album “Superstar,” released in April 2011, it captured the hearts of many listeners as their major-label debut work.

This piece resonates even more when listened to during the rainy season.

It’s a soothing song that stays close to the feeling of trying to move forward while carrying the pain of a broken heart.

umbrellaMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – umbrella【LIVE from “Atlantis”】

Set beneath a sky where the rain keeps falling, this song gently wraps around a powerful desire to protect someone.

Its warm, compassionate message—“I want to be someone who protects you”—and the carefully woven melodies and vocals of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE resonate deeply.

Released in June 2016 as the B-side to the single “Samama Festival!”, it was included the following year on the album “Mrs.

GREEN APPLE.” Composed by Motoki Ohmori during his high school years, the song was finally performed for the first time at their dome concert in August 2023, captivating fans.

It’s a heartwarming track that tenderly soothes the gloom of a rainy day.

Rain and CappuccinoYorushika

Yorushika – Rain and Cappuccino (Official Video)

A gem of a ballad perfect for the rainy season, imbued with the sound of rain and the aroma of a café.

Included on the album “Elma,” released in August 2019, it strikingly portrays the fictional character Elma as she lives on, carrying the pain of losing her beloved while holding precious memories close to her heart.

It’s a key track that established the world of Yorushika’s album “Elma,” and it beautifully depicts the scenery of Visby, Sweden, which Elma visits in the story.

Highly recommended for those who want to empathize with the feeling of cherishing someone dear, or for anyone who wants to enjoy music gently on a rainy day.

In love with Shizukuindigo la End

indigo la End 'In Love with Droplets'

A wistful love song by indigo la End that begins with a scene of watching the unending rain at an old bus stop.

Released in September 2015 as a double A-side single, the song uses rain imagery to portray the protagonist’s feelings as they gaze at a monochrome cityscape, thinking only of the one they love.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on a day steeped in the gloom of the rainy season.

When your feelings for someone start to overflow, try listening quietly while standing in the rain—you may feel a sense of your heart being cleansed.

Weather ReportBUMP OF CHICKEN

Weather Report

This song is included on BUMP OF CHICKEN’s 2010 album COSMONAUT.

“Weather Report” literally means weather forecast in Japanese.

It captures rainy days and a somewhat overcast heart—the heavy feelings of worrying about someone and about yourself—through a rock tune that’s quintessentially BUMP.

June often brings to mind the rainy season, but did you know June 1 is also Meteorological Memorial Day in Japan? This is a track I recommend for a day like that: it paints the scene after the rain with freshness and clarity, and by the time it’s over, it gives you the strength to face forward.

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umbrellaKing Gnu

King Gnu – Umbrella OFFICIAL AUDIO

King Gnu is the band that cemented its popularity with the hit song “Hakujitsu,” which was used as a TV drama theme.

Their song “Kasa” is a track where a man pours out his feelings for a woman as the rain falls.

The lyrics, which can be read as a heartbreak song, depict a swirl of helpless emotions.

Yet, in contrast to the brooding tone of the words, the sound has an upbeat groove that makes you feel like you could walk with a spring in your step.

It’s perfect for listening during the chilly, rainy season of tsuyu, don’t you think? It’s the kind of song you’ll want to play while wandering aimlessly.

If you’re looking for a companion for a rainy day, this one’s highly recommended!

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