[Rain Songs] Songs to listen to on a rainy day. A special feature on rain-themed tracks.
Do you like rainy days?
Some people dislike them because you get wet and can’t go out, while others love the sound of the rain or the calm atmosphere—there are all kinds of opinions.
For many, rain also ties in with a slightly bittersweet feeling, and there are plenty of songs that use rain as a theme to sing about that sense of poignancy.
In this article, we’ll introduce lots of popular songs that are perfect for listening to on a rainy day!
While many of them are melancholy, there are also songs that sing about hope—like how the rain will stop someday—so be sure to listen to plenty of them!
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[Rain Songs] Songs to listen to on a rainy day. Special Rain Song Feature (1–10)
sound of rainASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION is a rock band known for signature songs like Rewrite and Solanin, drawing listeners in with subtle shifts in nuance.
Ameno is a mid-tempo track included on their 2022 album Planet Folks.
Its repeating guitar riff truly feels like a gentle, steady rainfall.
It matches the dampness and blue mood unique to rainy days, yet it also seems like it could lift your spirits.
With a faint hope for small joys in the future, it makes you want to get in the car and drive.
Cry like it’s raining.Nakamura Emi
This song, the lead track from the album NIPPONNO ONNAWO UTAU Vol.6 released in February 2019.
Songs about rain often have a calm vibe and tend to express a downcast mood, but this one is a bit different—a positive tune that makes you feel like, “I won’t lose, I’ll keep going.” When things get tough, cry your heart out; the rain will hide your tears.
It’s a song that gives you a gentle push forward.
RainyROTTENGRAFFTY
A rain-themed track by ROTTENGRAFFTY, a rock band from Kyoto that’s making waves at festivals and live houses nationwide.
When you think of rain songs, you might picture something quiet, like a gentle drizzle, but this one is a full-on mixture tune with their signature electronic elements.
Its catchy, easy-to-digest melody rides on a driving performance, making it a staple crowd favorite at their shows.
With such an energetic, bright vibe, even those who don’t like rainy days might find their spirits lifted!
[Song of Rain] Songs to listen to on a rainy day. Rain song special (11–20)
umbrellaKing Gnu
When it comes to what you need on a rainy day, it’s got to be an umbrella, right? That umbrella is the title of this King Gnu track.
It’s been featured as the song for the Alfort commercial starring Kentaro Sakaguchi.
The lyrics say that even though you put on a brave face while saying goodbye, deep down you’re in the depths of unbearable sorrow.
That sadness is likened to a torrential downpour that feels like it will never let up.
Even such harsh sorrow is sung with a light, stylish touch in King Gnu’s sound.
At first glance, the visuals in the PV look almost like a still image of nothing but falling rain, but in fact, the girl in the center is quietly growing up as she keeps waiting for someone.
This is a must-see too!
March of the RainFujifaburikku
A track included on Fujifabric’s second album, FAB FOX, released in 2005.
It opens with a mechanical, minimalist keyboard accompaniment, followed by the distinctive vocals of Masahiko Shimura.
Although the song exudes a very eerie atmosphere throughout, many Fujifabric fans find themselves wanting to listen to it on gloomy days or when they’re feeling down.
The lyrics, written by Shimura, are also compelling for their literary expressions.
There’s plenty of room for each listener’s own interpretation, so be sure to come up with one that’s uniquely yours!
passing showerIkuta Rira
Of course, she has a strong presence as the vocalist of YOASOBI, but Lila Ikuta also demonstrates her talent as a solo artist.
“Sudden Shower” is a track included on her second mini-album, Jukebox.
With sounds woven into the intro, it draws you even deeper into a rainy world—a heartrending love song.
When you go through a breakup, you feel like you want to erase your memories, don’t you? Those bottled-up emotions suddenly resurface, syncing with the passing shower.
The contrast between the warm soundscape and Lila Ikuta’s delicate vocals tightens your chest.
Why does rain make everything feel so melancholy?
Rain, then Sunshine Hallelujahyuzu
Yuzu’s 39th single, “Ame nochi Hareruya” (“Rain, Then Hallelujah”), is another track you’ll want to listen to on rainy days.
The piece was created using shinobue flutist Kazuya Sato’s “Sakura-iro no Waltz” as its original composition, and it served as the theme song for the NHK morning drama Gochisosan.
The interlude weaves in a classical-style melody, giving the entire song a symphonic, grand finish.
The positive lyrics give you a boost, too.
It’s a work with a mysterious power that makes you feel bright and clear—even in the rain!
