Songs for an Unwinding Heart in May: From Showa-Era Classics to Recent Hit Singles
In dazzlingly fresh May, is there a song that makes you want to hum along on the breeze? Having a track that gently accompanies a Golden Week drive or a sunny-day stroll can make the season’s air feel that much more vibrant.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of songs perfect for May.
From beloved classics cherished since the Showa era to numbers that make your body want to bounce, we’ve gathered works in various styles.
You’re sure to find a song you’ll want to add to your May playlist.
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Songs for May That Loosen the Heart: From Showa-Era Classics to Recent Hit Songs (51–60)
May bluesKIRINJI
Amid the crossing of spring greenery and sunlight, this gem of a masterpiece delicately portrays the feelings of urban dwellers.
It was released by KIRINJI in October 1998 on the classic album Paper Drivers Music.
Its mellow, country-tinged light melody beautifully balances a fresh sense of the season with the solitude of city life.
Within the lyrics, everyday scenes reveal a subtle sense of unease—struggling to adapt to a new life and feeling unsure about the distance between oneself and others.
Quietly beloved, the song resonates with those who carry anxiety or emptiness brought on by changing environments, and with anyone who finds it hard to feel at home in the city.
May DayPlastic Tree
A US rock-style track with an excellent sense of groove that often gets played live.
Just like how it was placed as the second track right after the instrumental on their 1998 sophomore album “Puppet Show,” it opens with a thrilling rush and a melodious, floating feel that’s simply pleasant.
The youthful vibe suggested by the words in the lyrics, along with the addictive balance of gloominess and mischievousness, creates a compelling world.
The guitar and bass going wild—especially in the interlude—are irresistible.
It’s a masterpiece that perfectly fits a lazy May afternoon.
A rose has bloomed.Maiku Maki
“Bara ga Saita” is a charming song with a simple, gentle arrangement of just folk guitar and vocals.
Released in 1966 by folk singer Mike Maki, the song helped spark the folk music boom and has continued to be sung on programs like NHK’s “Minna no Uta.” Because of this, not only residents but also staff might know how to sing it.
It would be wonderful for everyone at the facility to sing together and lift their spirits.
Make it into a bouquet.wacci
This moving song conveys gratitude to one’s parents through a warm melody.
Included on the November 2018 album “Gunjō Refrain,” it gently sings of the feelings one wants to express only now, as an adult, to parents who put up with so much since childhood.
In May 2020, a music video composed of photos and videos of family memories submitted by about 400 fans was released, warming many hearts amid stay-at-home restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Perfect for moments when you want to express your feelings to someone special—such as a Mother’s Day gift or a wedding thank-you to parents—the song continues to be beloved for wacci’s gentle vocals.
Roses of MayFuse Akira
This is the classic song “May Roses,” first sung by Akira Tsugawa in 1970 and later covered by many artists.
It passionately proclaims the resolve to never forget his lover, inspired by the vivid red roses blooming in her garden in May.
The image of watering the roses with tears is enough to bring a lump to your throat.
Delicate yet dramatic lyrics and melody—truly a masterpiece of the Showa era! The lyrics were written by Rei Nakanishi and the music composed by Makoto Kawaguchi, who together brought many songs into the world.