[Songs to Listen to in March] Classic Spring Tracks and Moving Songs About Meetings and Partings
When it comes to songs you want to listen to in March, graduation and farewell songs—centered on parting and new beginnings—are the classics.
In this article, we’ve gathered moving tracks that are perfect for March, when we leave familiar places behind and step into the next stage.
For those starting a new life due to graduation or a job transfer, songs that celebrate bonds with longtime friends will resonate; for those seeing others off, songs that cheer on their departure may strike a chord.
We’ve also picked out tear-jerking tracks ideal for the season, including cherry blossom songs and gentle tales of young love—be sure to give them a listen!
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[Songs to Listen to in March] Classic Spring Tunes & Moving Songs Depicting Meetings and Partings (161–170)
Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro
This song, themed around cherry blossoms that brighten the spring graduation season, gently sings of farewells, reunions, and the treasured memories that remain in our hearts.
Naotaro Moriyama’s clear, pure vocals and the majestic arrangement of piano and strings resonate deeply.
The beautiful story, intertwining life’s important moments with the fleeting nature of cherry blossoms, leaves a lasting impression on listeners.
Released in March 2003, the track was chosen as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS program “Sekai Ururun Taizaiki,” and was later included on the album “In Search of New Spices.” Embraced as a song that accompanies life’s milestones such as graduation and school entrance ceremonies, it has also become a gentle, comforting piece for elementary school children.
Azusa No. 2karyūdō
This is a classic song from 1977 that portrays love and parting in the city, heralding the arrival of spring.
It vividly conveys the protagonist’s state of mind as they, exhausted by urban life, decide to set off on a journey.
The Hunters’ striking harmonies blend beautifully with the powerful yet wistful melody composed by Shunichi Tokura and the delicate lyrics by Machiko Ryu.
After its release in March 1977, it reached No.
4 on the Oricon weekly chart and No.
15 on the year-end chart.
It also won the New Artist Award at the Japan Record Awards that same year, and has continued to be cherished as one of The Hunters’ signature songs.
It resonates deeply with those taking a new step forward or parting from someone dear.
Why not listen to it on a morning train, accompanied by the gentle scenery of spring?
the first strong spring windMayumura Chiaki
Chiaki Mayumura, the singer-songwriter well known from the popular variety show “Goddotan,” is recognized for her wide-ranging musicality, spanning from orthodox J-pop to heavy metal and rap.
Her track “Haru Ichiban,” however, is a straightforward J-pop number.
It’s packed with urban pop elements and is truly engaging.
It’s a song where you can savor her solid vocal prowess, so if you’re not yet familiar with her work, be sure to check it out.
Best FriendNishino Kana
A heartwarming ballad filled with gratitude and love for friendship.
Kana Nishino’s straightforward lyrics, which express her feelings for her friends, truly resonate.
Released in February 2010, the song was also used for NTT Docomo’s exam-support campaign.
Even if you feel things like, “Because you were there, every day was fun,” or “No matter how many times I say thank you, it’ll never be enough,” it can be a bit embarrassing to say them directly.
Listening to this song together with the people you care about in spring—when graduations and new school terms bring change—can help you reaffirm your feelings for each other and take the first step together into a new stage.
classmateKALMA
Many of you are probably looking for great songs you haven’t heard yet.
In that spirit, I’d like to introduce “Classmate.” It’s a track by KALMA, a rock band based in Hokkaido.
Although it was released in 2019, it was only sold in Hokkaido because the band hadn’t made their major-label debut yet.
Even so, word of mouth spread throughout Hokkaido, and it made its way onto the indie music charts.
Pay attention to the lyrics expressing gratitude to classmates and the fresh, uplifting vocals.
Where does spring come from?NGT48
This song, which evokes the arrival of spring, is NGT48’s 3rd single, released in April 2018.
The approachable lyrics by Yasushi Akimoto and the refreshing melody by Hiroshi Egawa blend beautifully.
The lyrics are striking for their delicate depiction of scenes like cherry blossom petals falling onto school uniform shoulders, and the budding feelings of love that come with spring.
The track was also selected as the opening theme for Nippon TV’s “Buzz Rhythm 02” in April 2018.
Portraying the process of love blossoming through springtime imagery, this piece is perfect for listening in March, when a new season begins.
evening primroseNovelbright
A Novelbright song characterized by lyrics so heartrending they make you want to cry and a melody that resonates with the heart.
It delicately portrays the complex emotions of someone who has experienced heartbreak.
Chosen as the Fuji TV information program “Tokudane!” February 2021 Weather Corner MONTHLY SONG, it captured the hearts of many.
This piece gently encourages those who, not only in love but in all kinds of farewells, are trying to move forward while carrying the pain of parting.
It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone who feels the arrival of spring and is ready to take a new step.