[Karaoke Songs for May] A list of classic tracks that capture the lingering spirit of spring and the arrival of early summer
A refreshing breeze feels pleasant in the fresh-green season.
May is the season of welcome events and also a time of long holidays with many gatherings, so you may often be invited to karaoke.
In this article, we introduce songs perfect for May—from cherry blossom tunes that still carry a trace of spring, to tracks ideal for Mother’s Day, and breezy numbers that evoke early summer.
These are all classics that will beautifully color your May karaoke time—songs that lift your heart as you navigate changes in your environment and delight in meeting new friends.
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Dreams and Leaf-Cherry TreesAoki Gekkou
A three-person Vocaloid producer unit consisting of a lyricist, a composer, and a video creator, Aoki Gekkou.
Despite being their VOCALOID debut work, “Yume to Hazakura” made it into the Hall of Fame.
Its ethereal arrangement, featuring piano and strings, evokes the scenes suggested by the title.
The sentimental melody carried by the nostalgic ensemble seems like it would feel great to sing at karaoke.
It’s a Vocaloid track with a memorable Japanese-style melody that evokes the pleasant breezes of May.
BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi
Crafted by Kenshi Yonezu himself, this song was released in January 2025 as the opening theme for the television anime Medalist, which portrays the world of figure skating.
Its lyrics are both delicate and powerful, depicting the bond between mentor and pupil through the imagery of a bow and arrow—echoed in the title—as well as the radiance found in overcoming setbacks.
Paired with a driving, exhilarating melody, the piece captures the subtle emotions of those who dare to take on challenges, gently encouraging anyone striving toward their goals.
When you need courage to charge toward your dreams, this song will surely be a reassuring ally.
Sing of springback number
Back Number’s Haru o Uta ni Shite portrays a bittersweet springtime farewell.
It’s included on their 2009 indie mini-album Nogashita Sakana.
The song brims with feelings of still cherishing someone after a breakup and being unable to forget them.
For those who’ve gone through a similar parting due to changes that come with spring, May may still be a time when the wounds haven’t healed.
Why not pour your unwavering love for that unforgettable person into a karaoke performance?
At all times.Makihara Noriyuki
The golden rule for getting a karaoke crowd going is, of course, to sing songs everyone knows.
For springtime karaoke—when many people are starting new chapters in life—I especially recommend “Donna Toki mo.” It was released in 1991 as the theme song for the film No Problems on the Job Front, and it has since been used in numerous commercials, making it a song beloved across generations.
Makihara Noriyuki’s songs are relatively high-pitched for male vocals and can be challenging to pull off, but if you sing it in the original key, it’s also a great choice for women.
spring thunderYonezu Kenshi
Shunrai by Kenshi Yonezu, included on the 2017 album BOOTLEG.
It’s a melodic song that expresses the emotional shifts of a man falling in love.
More and more people are singing Kenshi Yonezu’s songs at karaoke these days.
While many think of Lemon when it comes to Kenshi Yonezu, choosing this song at karaoke might help you stand out from the crowd.
Its upbeat vibe makes it a great pick for May or the spring season.
Give it a try!
Brilliant RainKing Gnu
It’s a song whose musicality and message soak into your heart as if rain were pouring down in brilliant showers.
Released by King Gnu in July 2022, the piece paints a grand soundscape where violins, cello, organ, and female chorus intertwine with a noisy guitar sound.
The gentle yet powerful vocals, imbued with hope and resolve for the future, deliver a soothing sensation that feels like it washes away life’s hardships.
Written as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “Old Rookie” and included on the album “Stardom,” this is a track we hope those facing turning points in life will take to heart.
It’s the kind of song you’ll want to listen to during the rainy season in May.
May DayBUMP OF CHICKEN
From the intro, it has a hopeful vibe that perfectly suits the fresh season from spring to early summer.
It’s a single from 2007.
With lyrics and sound that showcase BUMP’s signature style, it’s a song about facing yourself, radiating a broad sense of compassion.
The words, infused with inner feelings, combined with the band’s driving energy, make it especially satisfying to sing.
The melody spans a fair range, but it’s not too high, so it’s easy to enjoy casually.
It also carries a sense of friendship, so it could be great for karaoke with friends!
