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

rainMs. OOJA

Rain – Ms. OOJA

Singer-songwriter Ms.OOJA, known both for her active approach to cover songs as well as her original works, is often called a “late-blooming diva” due to her major-label debut at the age of 28.

“Ame” (“Rain”), included on her third single “Cry Day…,” is a cover of one of Chisato Moritaka’s signature songs.

The contrast between the modern sound and her soulful vocals creates a different kind of poignancy from the original.

It’s a sentimental love ballad that resonates with the June rainy season.

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In love with Shizukuindigo la End

indigo la End 'In Love with Droplets'

A wistful love song by indigo la End that begins with a scene of watching the unending rain at an old bus stop.

Released in September 2015 as a double A-side single, the song uses rain imagery to portray the protagonist’s feelings as they gaze at a monochrome cityscape, thinking only of the one they love.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on a day steeped in the gloom of the rainy season.

When your feelings for someone start to overflow, try listening quietly while standing in the rain—you may feel a sense of your heart being cleansed.

rainHitsuji Bungaku

rain

A song by Hitsujibungaku that exudes an introspective mood.

The gentle, delicate guitar tones and the clear, translucent vocals seep into the heart like rain, and many listeners may find themselves on the verge of tears.

It was included on the demo EP “BlUE.ep” released in September 2016, and later featured on the nationwide CD “Tunnels” released in October 2017.

This track beautifully blends elements of alternative rock and dream pop.

It’s recommended for the rainy season, when you want to quietly sort out your thoughts while watching the rain flow past the window.

Osaka Rainy BluesSUPER EIGHT

Osaka Rainy Blues / Kanjani Eight (Kanjani∞) – Cover by Emi Noda (NodaEmi)

A blues ballad by SUPER EIGHT that exudes the distinct sentimentality and wistfulness of Kansai.

Against the backdrop of a bustling Osaka under the rainy season skies, the song weaves a tale of bittersweet love in Kansai dialect.

Released in March 2005 as their second single, it debuted at No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and was performed on numerous music programs, including Kansai TV and Yomiuri TV.

It’s a classic whose aching tenderness seeps into your heart—one that makes you suddenly recall a past love on a rainy day.

The Rain and Meback number

Ameto Bokuno Hanashi

A beloved song by back number that wraps the pain of heartbreak—depicted alongside a poignant rainy scene—in a beautiful melodic line.

With delicate expressions, it weaves together fragments of memories recalled while getting soaked in the rain, making for a deeply moving track.

Included on the album “Superstar,” released in April 2011, it captured the hearts of many listeners as their major-label debut work.

This piece resonates even more when listened to during the rainy season.

It’s a soothing song that stays close to the feeling of trying to move forward while carrying the pain of a broken heart.

Rain and CappuccinoYorushika

Yorushika – Rain and Cappuccino (Official Video)

A gem of a ballad perfect for the rainy season, suffused with the sound of rainfall and the aroma of a café.

It’s included on the album “Elma,” released in August 2019, and memorably portrays the fictional character Elma as she carries the pain of losing her loved one while living on with cherished memories in her heart.

It’s a pivotal track that established the worldview of Yorushika’s album “Elma,” and it beautifully depicts scenes of Visby, Sweden, which Elma visits in the story.

Recommended for those who want to empathize with the feeling of longing for someone important, or for anyone who wants to savor music gently on a rainy day.

sound of rainHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Raindrop Sounds (Live at Saitama Super Arena 2017)

A gem of a pop tune by Gen Hoshino that delicately captures the feelings of a rainy day.

With a minimal yet meticulously crafted arrangement, the harmonies woven by piano, percussion, and refined guitar tones beautifully portray the moist, subdued scenery of rain.

Included on the October 2016 single “Koi,” this track captivates with an introspective tone distinct from the title song.

It’s a piece you’ll want to listen to quietly by the window during the rainy season, as you listen to the sound of the rain.

It will gently keep you company even when you’re feeling down.