[2026] Songs to listen to in November: masterpieces of late autumn, autumn songs.
By the time November arrives, autumn deepens, and you can gradually sense the approach of winter from the scenery and the atmosphere of the city.
As autumn draws to a close, what kind of songs do you feel like listening to? In this article, we’ve gathered many tracks that will keep you company through autumn’s sentimental mood and those moments when you feel a little lonely.
Whether you’re feeling a bit down or want to savor autumn’s calm, mellow hours, we hope you find a favorite song that’s just right.
Let’s fully enjoy the last days of autumn and welcome winter!
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[2026] Songs to listen to in November. Masterpieces of late autumn, autumn songs. (21–30)
red-yellow fragrant olive (Osmanthus fragrans)Fujifaburikku
Aka-kiiro no Kinmokusei (Red Yellow Osmanthus) is the third in a series of singles based on the four seasons, and it’s a song themed around autumn.
From the intro alone you can feel the presence of fall; it’s a track that captures autumn beautifully.
The lyrics depict a feeling of regret, like tightly shutting your eyes to hold back tears as the scent of a flower from your memories wafts by—it’s heart-wrenching.
It’s a song I want to listen to while walking alone at dusk in autumn.
Happy Endingback number
A ballad released in November 2016.
I think it matches the loneliness you feel as autumn turns to winter and the nostalgic mood of late autumn.
It overflows with the unique bittersweetness of back number, gripping you with an urgent emotion that feels like it might burst.
Although it’s titled “Happy End,” the lyrics seem open to many interpretations depending on the listener, making them quite difficult.
It may also depict feelings that seem on the verge of fading, or a vague anxiety about the future.
That atmosphere seems to overlap with the somewhat wistful feeling at the end of autumn.
Dried flowersYuuri
“Dry Flower” is singer Yuuri’s second digital-only single, released in 2020.
After his appearance on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE, the song rapidly went viral, surpassing 300 million streams and reaching No.
1 on the Oricon and Billboard Japan streaming song charts.
The lyrics, portraying heartbreak from a woman’s perspective, are deeply poignant—perfect for the lonely feeling of autumn.
If you haven’t heard it yet, definitely give it a listen!
walnutMr.Children
The title “Kurumi” personifies the “future that’s about to come.” The song is about life, with its meetings and farewells, and it’s a perfect fit for autumn, when you can’t help but feel a little melancholic.
If you listen to it when you feel like crying or when you’re tired, it will lift your spirits, so please give it a try.
Regarding “Kurumi,” Sakurai has said, “I didn’t think so at first, but this song feels like the origin of Mr.Children.”
KanadeSukima Suichi
Kanade has been tied up with numerous works, from films and dramas to commercials.
You can picture the scene of two people holding hands in front of the ticket gate, parting as the train departure bell rings—and you can’t help but feel your eyes well up as you imagine the story that led them there.
It’s not just about romance; it also brings back memories of farewells we’ve all experienced—graduation, moving for school or a new job, and so on.
Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA
Released in 2013 as AAA’s 38th single.
It was used in Ito-Yokado’s “WARM STYLE” TV commercial, among many other tie-ins.
This bittersweet love song—linking the fickle autumn sky with the frustration of being unable to say “I like you” and the fear of confessing those feelings—won strong support, especially among young women.
Winter is starting.Makihara Noriyuki
“Winter Begins,” one of Noriyuki Makihara’s popular songs, portrays the feelings of a cute, giddy guy who’s just started dating someone.
The story with his girlfriend that began in summer continues all the way to the upcoming winter, with him wondering how they’ll spend their first Christmas together.
It’s a very upbeat song, so if you were single until last year and found a girlfriend this year, definitely give it a listen.