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[Songs for May] Tracks that suit fresh greenery and driving & Mother's Day songs
By May, which includes the long holiday period, many of us are finally getting used to the new lives that began in April.
Some of you might be feeling a bit down from loneliness.
It may be a season when you start to miss the friends you used to spend almost every day with and the family who supported you.
This time, we’re featuring songs recommended for May! We’ll introduce refreshing tracks perfect for fresh greenery and road trips, songs that support your everyday life, and moving tunes just right for Mother’s Day.
We hope this leads you to a song that stays close to your heart.
[Songs for May] Tracks that match fresh greenery and drives & Mother's Day songs (1–10)
MayNEW!M!LK
Contrary to the refreshing season of fresh greenery, this song evokes a quiet rain falling upon the heart.
It’s included on M!LK’s memorable first album, “Ousama no Gyuunyuu” (King’s Milk), released in November 2017.
Different from their usual energetic and cheerful image, the wistful melody and vocals are deeply moving.
The lyrics delicately depict May rain and emotional fluctuations, revealing a side of the season that isn’t all sunshine.
Though it had no tie-ins with TV or other media, it has been cherished and passed down as a classic among fans.
Why not listen to it on a rainy day drive or on a night when you want to sink into a slightly sentimental mood? This work is sure to gently stay close to your heart.
SaturdayNEW!Mr.Children
On a May weekend when a refreshing breeze rustles the fresh greenery, it’s the kind of season that makes you want to drive with no destination in mind.
For a soundtrack to that drive, how about some breezy tunes from the beloved band Mr.Children? Their warm perspective—even embracing the languor of an uneventful day off—lightens the hearts of those of us leading busy lives.
Released for streaming in February 2026, this track drew attention as a lead single from their 22nd album, “Ubugoe,” and it became emblematic of the band’s new mode, with a nationwide tour of the same name to match.
Roll down the windows and listen as you cruise along a tree-lined road, and the usual scenery is sure to shine a little brighter.
On a day off when you want to reset your mind and body, be sure to give it a listen.
Love SongNEW!satō moka
This is a cover of a timeless classic sung by singer-songwriter Moka Sato from Okayama Prefecture! Originally released in 2007 as a love song by GReeeeN, this piece has been reborn here as a song that conveys love for family.
Her gentle, conversational vocals gently draw out the bonds between parent and child and feelings of gratitude.
Featured in SoftBank’s web commercial “A Mother’s True Feelings,” it became a hot topic when it was released in February 2026.
Moka Sato herself has cherished the song since she was in junior high school, and it’s said it overlaps with memories of her mother.
For Mother’s Day in May, why not entrust the “thank you” that’s hard to say in everyday life to this song? If you listen to it while driving through fresh greenery, the conversation will flow and you’ll be wrapped in a warm atmosphere!
Que sera, seraNEW!Mrs. GREEN APPLE
This is a song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE with a magical power to blow away gloomy feelings.
True to its title, which means “what will be, will be” in Spanish, it gently—and at times powerfully—pushes listeners forward.
Released digitally in April 2023, it was written as the theme for the drama “Even if It’s Just Sunday Night,” starring Nana Seino, and garnered attention for winning the 65th Japan Record Award.
Life doesn’t always go as planned, but it’s okay to stay true to yourself.
That message resonates deeply with hearts starting to feel the fatigue of a new chapter.
Even on May mornings when you’re unmotivated, listening to this track will make you think, “All right, let’s give it a try,” and face forward.
A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru
This is a song by Hikaru Utada featuring a calm yet grand sound centered on piano and strings.
It was also used as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Toto Nee-chan.
The lyrics are moving, as they convey various feelings—starting with gratitude—while reflecting on memories of a beloved person who is no longer around.
It is said to be a letter from Hikaru Utada to her late mother, Keiko Fuji, and the emotions come through with striking realism.
Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki
Around the time you start getting used to a new life, there are those moments when you let your guard down and suddenly remember your distant hometown, your friends, and your family—I think many of us have scenes like that.
In those times, I recommend this song: Noriyuki Makihara’s “Tooku Tooku” (“Far Away, Far Away”).
Its lyrics, which vividly recall friends living far away in your hometown, feel like reading a story—you can almost see it—and even people without a specific hometown will feel their chest tighten.
It’s a moving song that soothes the heart when you’re tired.
EurekaHoshino Gen
A song by Gen Hoshino that gently helps you face forward, quietly staying close to those who are struggling.
Its sound, where delicacy and strength coexist, is characteristically his, skillfully incorporating elements of jazz and soul.
Written as the theme song for the drama “Madoka, 26, Doing My Residency!”, this work is based on Hoshino’s own experiences and carries a message that gives people a push from behind.
Released for streaming in January 2025, it has also drawn attention for its music video directed by photographer Kotori Kawashima.
It’s a recommended track for anyone about to take a new step or seeking the courage to move forward.