A roundup of popular cherry blossom songs sung by male artists
Many people feel like listening to cherry blossom songs when spring arrives—what songs do you listen to? There are so many songs related to sakura that it can be hard to choose, right? In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended sakura songs performed by male artists.
These are all classics that capture various feelings associated with cherry blossoms—encounters and farewells, love, encouragement, and more.
It’s not just for listening; this will also help if you’re looking for songs to sing at karaoke.
From timeless staples to sakura songs born in the Reiwa era, there’s a wide variety—so find the one that’s perfect for you.
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Popular Cherry Blossom Songs Sung by Male Artists (51–60)
cherry blossomKetsumeishi
There are surely people who feel like listening to this when cherry blossom season comes around.
It’s a smash hit by the music group Ketsumeishi, released as a single in 2005.
Watching cherry blossom petals scatter brings back memories of spring days spent with a former lover—this is a heartbreak song that tightens your chest.
The plaintive sound of the strings deepens the world of the lyrics.
Even now, long after its release, it remains a popular staple that ranks high on karaoke charts.
S.A.K.U.R.A.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
Many sakura songs evoke the image of beautiful, fleeting cherry blossoms, but “S.A.K.U.R.A.” by Sandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE depicts people living their lives to the fullest as cherry petals scatter.
Released in 2014, the song was the first installment of their four-season series.
It conveys the determination to waste not a single second of one’s short life—do what you want to do, make your dreams come true, and live desperately and wholeheartedly.
It’s a song that fires you up for spring, the season of new beginnings.
Sakura, Bloom!arashi
Sakura Sake, released by Arashi in 2005, is a song that cheers on everyone taking their first step toward their dreams and goals this spring.
Its bright, energetic melody gives you power from the very moment it starts playing.
To make a dream you’ve always held come true, not only hopes but also hardships may await you.
But the song conveys the message: no matter what difficulties you run into, don’t let them break you—we’ll be rooting for you with everything we’ve got! It’s a track that gives you a push just by listening, not only for Arashi fans but for anyone.
Sakura MelodyMakihara Noriyuki
Noriyuki Makihara, known for hit songs like “Fuyu ga Hajimaru yo” and “Donna Toki mo,” tends to have a strong image as a winter-song artist.
But he actually has plenty of wonderful spring songs, too! In particular, “Sakura Melody” is such an upbeat, positive track that you could almost call it the spring version of “Fuyu ga Hajimaru yo,” with its palpable sense of excitement.
The melody line is incredibly fluid as well, reminding you just how exceptional his singing truly is!
A roundup of popular cherry blossom songs sung by male artists (61–70)
cherry blossom night breezeSukima Suichi
A piece marked by the gentle tones of piano and acoustic guitar and softly resonant harmonies.
It carefully portrays the emotions deep within the heart, overlaying the image of walking down a lane lined with cherry blossoms onto the journey of life, where we sometimes pause.
It was included on the 2004 album “Natsugumo Noise.” A song that stays close to the heart—one you’ll want to listen to alone on a spring night.
sakuraarashi
Theme song of the drama “Ouroboros: This Love Is Justice.” For a sakura-themed song, it’s remarkably cool and stylish.
The lyrics, centered on loneliness and strength, are striking and resonate with a cool edge.
It conveys the power to keep living and feels like it gives you the strength to move forward.
The music video, where cherry blossoms stand out vividly, is also a must-see.
cherry blossomKawaguchi Kyogo
Kawaguchi Kyogo’s “Sakura” evokes the image of a grand love vowed beneath a cherry tree.
Released in 2003, the song won the Wired Music Award at that year’s Japan Cable Radio Awards.
Its lyrics, which express the desire to stay together no matter how many cherry blossom seasons come because “I will make you happy,” feel almost like words of a proposal.
If you received such a wonderful proposal under a beautiful cherry tree, your answer would practically be a foregone conclusion, wouldn’t it? If you’re thinking of proposing to the one you love in this new season, why not take inspiration from this song?