[Masterpieces] A Special Feature on Anime Songs to Listen to in Spring! A roundup of god-tier tracks that make your heart dance
Spring is a season when many people reach major milestones in life, such as graduation, starting school, or getting a job.
What kind of season is spring for you? In this article, we’ll introduce anime songs that make you feel the spring vibe! Not only songs that directly feature spring itself, but also lyrics perfect for a season of meetings and farewells, and grand sounds that encourage you to take a new step—we’ve gathered spring-like anison from a variety of angles.
Your way of listening may change once you watch the anime, so be sure to enjoy them together with the visuals.
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One More Time,One More ChanceYamazaki Masayoshi
This is a gem of a ballad that passionately sings of loss and a deep longing for reunion.
Feelings of wistfulness and regret seep into the heart through Masayoshi Yamazaki’s clear vocals and the timbre of his acoustic guitar.
Since its release in January 1997, it has remained a beloved classic as the theme song of the film “Moon and Cabbage.” In 2007, it was also chosen as the theme for Makoto Shinkai’s animated film “5 Centimeters per Second,” capturing the hearts of a new generation.
The lyrics, which trace the lingering image of a cherished person glimpsed within everyday scenes, and the simple yet richly expressive melody gently embrace the bittersweet love that everyone has experienced.
It is a song that quietly stays by the side of those who continue to think of someone dear, and those who hold memories of a precious person close to their hearts.
SakurabitoSun Set Swish
This ballad sings of a fleeting farewell in the season of cherry blossoms and the hope of new encounters.
It’s a gem released by SunSet Swish in January 2010 and served as an ending theme for the anime BLEACH.
Set to an elegant arrangement of piano and strings, the song poignantly expresses memories that fade with the arrival of spring, and it is also included on the album Yūgure Maestro.
As the 21st anime tie-in for the series, it delves more deeply into themes such as partings amid battles and the bonds between comrades.
It’s a heartwarming track that keeps you company under the cherry trees, when the season makes you think of someone dear.
No.1DISH//
This is a single released in 2021 by the dance-rock band DISH//, used as the opening theme for the anime My Hero Academia.
It has a fast-paced band sound with prominently ringing guitar tones, and the piano, which chimes in like an accent, leaves a memorable impression.
The lyrics portray the act of moving straight ahead to grow into a stronger self, giving the song a fiery finish.
It’s a power anthem that ignites the heart, perfect for the milestone season of spring, expressing hope for the future and a fresh resolve.
Helloyama × bocchiboromaru
A perfect pick for elementary school kids looking for music that makes their hearts dance with the arrival of spring is the collaboration track by yama and bocchi boromaru! Released in October 2023 and chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon, this song brims with vibrant energy that seems to symbolize a fresh spring beginning.
Through the lens of Pokémon, the two artists warmly express feelings of affection and a path of growth, and their personal episodes spark children’s imaginations.
With its bright, positive message and melody, this piece will give kids a gentle push as they take new steps under the spring sunshine.
It’s recommended not only for anime fans, but for all children who want to feel the full burst of spring energy!
PrologueIguchi Yuka
Yuka Iguchi has worked on a variety of projects as a voice actress and singer.
The piece she wrote specifically for the anime Bibliophile Princess is Prologue.
The word “prologue” refers to the beginning of a story.
The song captures the excitement of opening a new tale.
It feels perfect for spring, when new chapters like starting school or a job begin.
With its positive lyrics, it also seems like a good listen when you’re feeling anxious.
Find your own way to enjoy it.
Starting lineAiRBLUE
This refreshing number is perfect for boosting that “I’m ready to tackle my new life!” feeling.
It’s the opening theme for season 1 of the anime CUE!, based on a smartphone game, performed by AiRBLUE— a unit formed by the voice actors who play the characters.
The positive message in the lyrics—“Because you’re here, I can keep moving forward”—is truly encouraging.
You can feel an energy powerful enough to blow away any lingering doubts.
Here’s to joyful days ahead with this song!
Someone loves you.Miyauchi Takayuki
Takayuki Miyauchi, a legend of the anison world.
True to his role as an anime song vocalist, he’s known for his sense of justice and manly spirit, and he’s highly regarded not only for his vocal prowess but also for his character.
The song he performs, “Dareka ga Kimi o Aishiteru” (“Someone Loves You”), was used as the ending theme for the tokusatsu hero series Kamen Rider BLACK RX.
The song carries the message that everyone has someone precious who cares for them.
It’s a perfect track for spring, the season of farewells and new encounters, isn’t it?
