[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.

Playlist

[Karaoke Songs for May] A list of classic tracks that capture the lingering spirit of spring and the arrival of early summer
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Rock songs by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
2	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		A high-velocity band song by Vaundy
3	Marigoldaimyon		Aimyon’s summer love song
4	funny storyTani Yuuki		A warm number expressing gratitude to my mother
5	scale (as of a fish or reptile)Hata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s famous ballad that expresses the courage to move forward even while being hurt
6	AdventureYOASOBI		YOASOBI, USJ's spring theme song
7	Rainy Driverimase		Introducing imase’s rainy day drive songs
8	sparkleFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s upbeat pop tune
9	to clear up (weather)Yorushika		Yorushika’s hopeful anime theme song
10	Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//		DISH// sing about gratitude to their mother in “Jinchoge”
11	early summerAdo		Ado’s original song powerfully expresses inner conflict
12	Spring meltsindigo la End		A lyrical song by indigo la End portraying the arrival of spring and growth
13	every dayYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s cheer song heals the fatigue of everyday life.
14	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A heartwarming song that reflects the hopes and anxieties of youth
15	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Yo Hitoto’s Hanamizuki is a song of May
16	Heralding springyama		Midnight Tokyo, music of loneliness and hope
17	A flower that blooms only hereKobukuro		Kobukuro’s ballads gently guide the heart
18	Circle of Thanksayaka		A heartfelt ballad filled with gratitude
19	Even if, even ifRyokushokushakai		A motivational song to blow away the May blues
20	To MomAI		“To Mom” by AI is a masterpiece that portrays gratitude to one’s mother and the bond between parent and child.
21	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s classic summer song
22	A clear May skyOkamura Takako		Takako Okamura’s clear, translucent melodies capture the freshness of May.
23	DriveKetsumeishi		Ketsumeishi refreshing song, a classic for drives
24	From the viridian-windowed MayYorushika		Yorushika’s May song, depicting time and emotion
25	carnationJanne Da Arc		A ballad that sings gratitude to my mother
26	Ibukiyama		A refreshing karaoke-friendly commercial song by yama
27	Overdosenatori		Natori’s debut song is a big hit
28	The Milky Way in MayHata Motohiro		An acoustic number that depicts the journey of going to meet someone far away
29	Mahoro in SummerHarukamirai		A warm rock song that looks back on Harukamirai’s summer
30	Nemophilakoaramōdo		I approve Koala Mode’s new song
31	Oh, early summer rainSakurazaka46		A poignant song by Sakurazaka46 that portrays rain and the feelings of love
32	By the window on a May nightTOM☆CAT		A lyrical pop-rock song by TOM☆CAT. Evokes the stillness of the night.
33	Along the twilightOfisharu Higedan Dism		A poignant and stylish song that represents the early days of Official HIGE DANDism
34	A Place for the Soulmakaroni enpitsu		The exhilarating pop rock of Macaroni Enpitsu
35	In early summer, malice spreads through the city like a disease.Kitanitatsuya		Self-covers of Tatsuya Kitani's representative songs
36	You are the melody.AKB48		AKB48's nostalgic pop number
37	Spring ThiefYorushika		Yorushika’s “Spring Thief” is recommended for karaoke
38	Blue Springback number		Popular back number songs perfect for spring
39	Spring ~spring~Hysteric Blue		Hysteric Blue’s classic spring song
40	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		A hit song by Superfly suitable for weddings
41	FlowerORANGE RANGE		Introducing the flowers of orange trees
42	I want to tell you how I feel (my love)aimyon		A funky song by Aimyon for May
43	Dreams and Leaf-Cherry TreesAoki Gekkou		Aoki Gekkou’s fantastical Vocaloid song
44	BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu writes and composes an anime theme song
45	Sing of springback number		Back Number's spring breakup song
46	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		Spring karaoke gets hyped with “Donna Toki mo.”
47	spring thunderYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s “Shunrai” is a song that expresses romantic feelings.
48	Brilliant RainKing Gnu		A hopeful song by King Gnu that resonates with the heart
49	May DayBUMP OF CHICKEN		An upbeat, hopeful song for spring, perfect for karaoke with friends.
50	The Door to TomorrowI WiSH		I WiSH, Ashita e no Tobira is a hit song
51	cute personUrufuruzu		A Ulfuls song that sings of gratitude to one’s mother
52	Windy DayELLEGARDEN		A popular, exhilarating song by ELLEGARDEN
53	Seaside AvenueASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A song featured on Sol-fa that sings of the struggles of youth
54	carnationShiina Ringo		Shiina Ringo’s debut song on the Kōhaku stage, 'Carnation'
55	Spring Dayaimyon		Aimyon’s spring cheer song
56	Song of Springsupittsu		Introduction to Spitz’s spring song “Haru no Uta”
57	In spring, I think of you.Ozawa Kenji		Kenji Ozawa’s gentle spring song
58	Letterback number		A Gratitude Song by back number
59	Come, spring.Matsutoya Yumi		Haruyo Koi Yumi Matsutoya Graduation Song
60	rootKing Gnu		A delicate ballad that portrays unwavering feelings for a loved one
61	Make it into a bouquet.wacci		A moving song that warmly expresses gratitude to one’s parents
62	MayHata Motohiro		A Hata Motohiro song that gently depicts a lover’s feelings for their hometown
63	Doki itnaniwa danshi		A refreshing song by Naniwa Danshi, like a spring breeze
64	A rose has bloomed.Maiku Maki		The charm and history of 'Bara ga Saita'
65	Motherkariyushi 58		A song by Kariyushi58 that sings of gratitude to a mother
66	Early summer rainRemioromen		An introduction to the song “Samidare” by Remioromen
67	to blossom; to bloom (literally: flowers smiling). Often used poetically to describe flowers blooming or a gentle, smiling expression like a flower.sumi ka		A song that gives courage like a spring breeze
68	Spring of LifePerfume		Perfume spring song, expression of new encounters
69	dandelionBUMP OF CHICKEN		A country-style song by BUMP OF CHICKEN
70	OtonokeCreepy Nuts		Dandadan OP. A fusion of the supernatural and music.
71	Early summer rainSakiyama Soshi		Soshi Sakiyama’s distinctive singing and technique
72	Sky-colored crayonhappiiendo		Happy End's classic song Kazemachi Roman
73	The Wheat SongNakajima Miyuki		AKB48's commercial song
74	When the fleabanes bloomNogizaka 46		Nogizaka46’s graduation support song
75	I hope it’s sunny.DREAMS COME TRUE		A heartwarming classic that portrays family love and experiences in nature
76	CHE.R.RYYUI		YUI’s big spring hit song CHE.R.RY
77	Early summer rainEvery Little Thing		The duo of Maki Mochida and Ichiro Ito from ELT
78	A person who loves springGLAY		Expressing love regardless of the season with GLAY’s spring songs
79	a May flyRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS' provocative song becomes a hot topic
80	A hundred flowers in full bloomIkuta Rira		Lila Ikuta sings of hope and encouragement
81	Cherry Blossom Timeaiko		Aiko’s classic that captures the feelings of springtime love, Sakura and Love
82	Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako		Takako Matsu’s Song of Spring Memories
83	Early summer rain&TEAM		A song that expresses the bittersweetness of youth in the May rain
84	But you know, sometimesimase		Introduction to imase’s calming songs
85	The Curse of Mayoishikuru meronpan		A band whose name comes from the state of melon bread being delicious
86	Poem of SunlightLe Couple		Le Couple’s “Hidamari no Uta” is a classic spring song.
87	Spring Comes to UsUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		A fresh spring pop song by UNISON
88	A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru		A Bouquet for You, theme song of the NHK morning drama
89	HARUKAZESCANDAL		SCANDAL’s exhilarating rock graduation song