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Songs of the Rainy Season: Classic Tracks and Rain Songs That Evoke Tsuyu Through Their Lyrics

The rainy season brings days of continuous rain.

You might feel stressed from not being able to go out, or a bit down in the damp atmosphere, but it’s also a time to enjoy the unique, softly saturated air and a leisurely stay-at-home vibe that you can only experience now.

In this article, we introduce songs about rain that let you soak in the mood of the rainy season.

Alongside classic rain anthems, we’ve intentionally picked tracks that include pinpoint words like “June” and “hydrangea.” Here’s hoping you find the perfect rainy-season song to match your taste.

[Rainy Season Songs] Masterpieces and Rain Songs That Evoke the Rainy Season, Interpreted Through Their Lyrics (1–10)

rainKami ga nokoshita yume o kuu.

God Left Behind, Devouring Dreams: “Rain” Official Music Video
rainKami ga nokoshita yume o kuu.

A fusion of J-pop and rock that sings of a bittersweet, fleeting love.

With soaring vocals and delicate lyrics, it paints an inner landscape that resonates in the rainy season.

The song reached No.

2 on the Billboard Japan Heatseekers Songs chart, has been covered by various artists, and in 2025 was featured as an insert song in the Kusatsu Onsen Tourism Association’s PR video “3650+.” Its lyrics, imbued with the resolve to look forward despite doubt and a sense of loss, and its emotionally rich performance will surely speak to anyone whose heart sways during the season of rain.

festivalsumika

sumika / Festival [Music Video] - Morinaga Confectionery “In Jelly for Exams 2021” CM Song
festivalsumika

It’s a powerful cheer song by sumika that gently nudges people forward as they face new challenges.

With messages of courage to confront anxiety and nerves, and a positive mindset, the song is delivered with a bright, pop sound.

Chosen as the CM song for Morinaga’s “Juken ni in Jelly 2021,” it inspired many people, especially students preparing for entrance exams.

Included as the lead track on the album “AMUSIC,” released in March 2021, it embodies sumika’s signature refreshing style.

Listen to it when you’re stepping into a new environment or working toward your dreams—it will surely make your heart feel lighter.

hydrangeaMemai SIREN

Dizziness SIREN – Hydrangea (OFFICIAL VIDEO)
hydrangeaMemai SIREN

An emotional rock number that’s perfect for the rainy June monsoon season.

Released by Memai Siren in May 2019, the song became a hot topic when it was chosen as the theme for the short film “An Unending World.” Set to a fiercely passionate arrangement, it sings of the inner struggle of a heart bound by the past.

The melancholic melody and Kyoji’s powerful vocals leave a strong impression.

It’s a recommended track for those moments when you find yourself thinking about life in the rain.

[Rainy Season Songs] Masterpieces and Rain Songs That Evoke the Monsoon, Interpreted Through Their Lyrics (11–20)

Rainy Driverimase

【imase】Rainy Driver(Official Audio)
Rainy Driverimase

Set against a rainy-day drive, this gem by imase delicately portrays the subtle dynamics and emotional shifts between lovers.

The rain that starts after crossing the Shuto Expressway mirrors the cold distance growing between the two, sensitively expressing the moment when a once-sunny relationship begins to cloud over.

The frustration of trying to convey your feelings only to be met with feigned indifference, and the hope that two parallel lines might one day converge, resonate alongside the sound of the rain.

Featured on the May 2024 album “Bonsai,” this track is highly recommended for anyone struggling with the instability of love or those who want to savor the special atmosphere of a rainy day.

By the time the rain lets upSuda Masaki

A track by Masaki Suda, who is highly active as an actor in films and dramas.

Released as the B-side to the single “Kokyuu” and also included on the album “PLAY,” this song carries Suda’s signature refreshing vibe that seems to sweep away the melancholy and annoyance of rainy days.

On rainy days, all kinds of unpleasant things can feel more than twice as burdensome, right? At times like that, why not listen to this song and reset your mindset?

Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA

AAA / “Love Sound and Rainy Sky” Music Video
Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA

An emotional love ballad by AAA that overlays aching feelings with a rainy sky.

It delicately portrays the frustration of wanting to honestly say “I love you,” yet being unable to put it into words for fear of the outcome.

Released in September 2013, the song was also included on the original album Eighth Wonder and became a major hit, peaking at No.

3 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It’s the perfect track for those spending a rainy day alone in their room, their thoughts turning to someone special.

While feeling unsure at the start of love, it will resonate with everyone who wishes to cherish and nurture their feelings for that person.

Rain MelodyKinKi Kids

KinKi Kids "Rainy Melody" Music Video
Rain MelodyKinKi Kids

This is a KinKi Kids ballad adorned with delicate expressions that seem to reflect emotions in each raindrop.

Released in October 1999 as a double A-side single, the song blends a wistful melody line with mature vocals to stunning effect, topping the Oricon weekly chart for two consecutive weeks.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to quietly during the rainy season, watching the rain flow past your window.

For those carrying the pain and loneliness of heartbreak, it will gently stay by your side.