Timeless Ballads to Enjoy in Spring: From Classics to the Newest Hits, All in One Guide
Parting from someone dear, meeting new companions…
In spring, many people leave the places they’re used to and start life in a new land.
In this article, we introduce classic ballads we want you to listen to during spring—a season of many changes.
If you’re thinking, “I want to know spring classics,” or “I want to hear that graduation song again,” be sure to check these out.
From recent spring tunes to universally known masterpieces, we’ve got plenty to share.
They’re sure to bring back nostalgic days and unforgettable memories of love.
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Cherry Blossom BookmarkAKB48
This song was released in 2010 as AKB48’s 15th single.
The center positions were held by Minami Takahashi and Atsuko Maeda.
With a choral-like arrangement, it’s a perfect track for graduation season.
In the music video, the members wear school uniforms and hakama over kimono, evoking the theme of graduation.
1096Cody Rī (Ri)
A song marked by a warm, soul-stirring voice and lyrics that capture the tangled emotions of youth.
Written by Cody·Lee (李)’s Hibiki Takahashi during the winter of his eighteenth year, it reflects his state of mind after leaving high school.
Released in June 2024, the track is packed with the struggles and encounters he experienced over three years.
Anxieties and regrets that pile up like snow, and the bonds with those who matter.
Listen to it carried on the spring breeze, and you might find the courage to take a new step forward.
It’s perfect for anyone starting a new chapter in life or looking to face their past self.
The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE
A story of lovers looking back on past memories and reaffirming their unchanging love.
This love anthem from DREAMS COME TRUE is included on the 1989 album LOVE GOES ON….
A remade version was released in 2007, and the popular song has been featured in films and commercials.
It portrays everyday, tender moments—like secret signs shared only between the two and flipping through an album to reminisce—lyrics that warm the heart and resonate with many.
Spring is a season of partings and new encounters.
When you want to reflect on memories with someone dear, give this song a listen.
It’s sure to leave you with a gentle feeling.
Full of memoriesH₂O
Formed in 1976, H2O is a musical duo consisting of Kenji Nakazawa and Masaki Akashio.
Their song “Omoide ga Ippai” was used as the theme song for the TV anime Miyuki and became one of H2O’s signature tracks.
The two, close friends since junior high school, formed the duo and disbanded in 1985, but the song remains widely covered by many artists and is also well known from commercials.
Many people will recognize the melody of the chorus.
It’s a ballad that resonates with the heart in any era.
I heard it as a child, but listening to it now as an adult, the lyrics really move me.
Haru LoveJuliet
Juliet is a female music duo consisting of Maiko and Yumi who debuted in 2009 with “Natsu Love.” Following their second single “Fuyu Love,” “Haru Love” is their third single.
Its heartrending love song really hits home.
It’s a perfect track for spring, with a theme of new beginnings.
Even if you have to part ways with a lover or someone important, it brings out the feeling that you need to face forward and stay true to yourself.
Many listeners will relate to its down-to-earth love story.
It’s a slightly bittersweet love song, but highly recommended for anyone who wants to switch gears and feel more positive.
Best friendKiroro
Kiroro’s “Best Friend” is also very popular as a graduation song.
Released in 2001, it was used as the theme song for the NHK morning drama Churasan and as the ending theme for the Japanese version of the Disney film The Good Dinosaur.
The lyrics express gratitude to a best friend who has always been there, through both happy and difficult times.
As you look back on the many memories you share with your best friend, why not give them this song as a present on graduation day?
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To the futureKiroro
Kiroro is a female duo music group formed in 1995, consisting of Chiharu Tamashiro and Ayano Kinjo.
This song was released in 1998 as their second single.
It’s a classic for graduation ceremonies, of course, and many people also choose it for weddings and other occasions to express gratitude to their parents.
It’s a song that can convey thanks to those who have supported you—family, teachers, and others—when it’s hard to say it directly.
Kiroro’s gentle vocals resonate in the heart.
The lyrics, which give you a push to take steps toward the future, are truly heartwarming.