Autumn Classics: Carefully Selected Exquisite Ballads to Listen to in September
September marks the shift from the dazzling heat of summer to the calm of autumn.
Although the lingering summer heat can still be intense, don’t you find yourself wanting to listen to more relaxed music as the days gradually cool down? Some of you might also be feeling a bit lonely now that the fun of summer has come to an end.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of ballad songs that perfectly capture the mood of autumn.
Many of them feature lyrics that evoke the season, making this a list that will let you fully savor the autumn vibe.
These are all wonderful songs that will stay close to your heart, so be sure to give them a listen!
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planetariumOtsuka Ai
Another signature song by Ai Otsuka, who had a massive hit with “Sakuranbo,” is “Planetarium.” In sharp contrast to the bright, bubbly vibe of “Sakuranbo,” this one is a tender love song.
Its melody, which evokes a summer night sky, is poignantly romantic and beautiful.
It was used as an image song for the hugely popular drama Hana Yori Dango starring Mao Inoue.
One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi
When asked, “What song do you associate with Masayoshi Yamazaki?”, many people probably think of this one.
Released in 1997 as his fourth single, it was used as the theme song for the film “The Moon and a Cabbage,” in which Yamazaki himself starred, and it became a big hit.
The lyrics express feelings for a precious person who is gone and the regret of not being able to say “I love you.” It’s a ballad that evokes the end of summer.
Danny BoyHirahara Ayaka
A masterpiece that expresses deep love and longing for someone far away.
Ayaka Hirahara’s richly expressive vocals further deepen the emotional impact of the piece.
Included on the album “my Classics 3” and released in March 2011, this song is a gemlike ballad that combines Masayuki Sakamoto’s arrangement with lyrics co-written by Ayaka Hirahara herself, set to the melody of the globally renowned “Danny Boy,” which itself uses the Irish folk tune “Londonderry Air.” It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on a long autumn night, while thinking of someone dear.
Autumn Masterpieces: A Carefully Curated Selection of Gemlike Ballads to Enjoy in September (81–90)
JupiterHirahara Ayaka
This is one of Ayaka Hirahara’s signature songs.
It is built around the main theme of “Jupiter,” the fourth movement of The Planets, composed by the British composer Gustav Holst, and it results in a grand-scale piece that evokes the majesty of nature.
The breadth of Hirahara’s vocal range also conveys the greatness of nature and the vastness of the universe.
It’s a song that can give you courage when you feel anxious about your future.
Autumn Thoughts NotebookTeshima Aoi
It’s included on the 2016 album “Blue Library.” Singer-songwriter Tokiko Kato wrote this song specifically for the album.
Her gentle voice carries the beautiful lyrics as if she were reciting them.
Listen closely to the words, which capture subtle shifts of emotion with remarkable precision.
The End of SummerMoriyama Naotaro
As summer ends and the season truly shifts toward autumn in September, this is one of those songs you really feel like listening to, isn’t it? It’s one of the well-known tracks by singer-songwriter Naotaro Moriyama.
Just as the title suggests, it’s a beautiful ballad imbued with the quietude that perfectly suits the end of summer.
At first glance, the lyrics can be taken as a love song, but Mr.
Moriyama himself has said it was actually created as an anti-war song.
Hearing that backstory, the song’s beauty makes perfect sense, doesn’t it?
ginkgoYūsuke
A masterpiece by Yusuke that intricately portrays seasonal landscapes and scenes of lovers.
While set against an autumn backdrop, it expresses the journey from meeting to a deepening bond and mutual gratitude.
Released in November 2009 as his third single, it is based on the classical masterpiece Pachelbel’s Canon, with lyrics and composition by Yusuke himself.
Recommended for those who cherish the small joys of everyday life or wish to look back on memories with someone special.
Wrapped in heartwarming lyrics and a beautiful melody, why not feel the deepening of autumn?