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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!

[Autumn Masterpieces] Carefully Selected Gem-Like Ballads to Hear in September (91–100)

cosmos (flower)Yamaguchi Momoe

This is the song “Cosmos” (Akizakura) by the legendary idol Momoe Yamaguchi, released in 1977.

The lyrics and music were written by Masashi Sada, well known for the theme song of “From the North Country.” Until releasing this song, Momoe Yamaguchi had pursued a tough, rebellious image.

By deliberately showcasing her demure side with this song, she underwent an image change.

Either way, with her beautiful, alluring voice, Momoe Yamaguchi remains a legendary idol Japan is proud of to this day!

Yoimachi Jēn
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moonlightOnitsuka Chihiro

Chihiro Onitsuka – Gekkou (Moonlight)
moonlightOnitsuka Chihiro

A timeless masterpiece that blends gentleness with fragility, like moonlight pouring down on a quiet night.

The lyrics, which gently accompany those bearing loneliness and despair, combined with Chihiro Onitsuka’s overwhelming vocal power, stir listeners to their core.

Released in March 2001, the song was also chosen as the theme for the TV drama “TRICK,” drawing major attention for its mysterious atmosphere.

When you’re feeling lost about yourself or life, or yearning for someone’s support, listening to it will fill you with a warmth that seeps into your heart.

This work remains one of Onitsuka’s signature songs, cherished by many to this day.

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In conclusion

Ballads that resonate across time—the ones you want to hear in September. As summer draws to a close, melodies carried by the sweet, wistful autumn breeze gently nestle deep within our hearts. May a new song be added to your cherished memories as you spend the long autumn nights with music. This is the beginning of a season where you’ll encounter voices that seep into the soul.