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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Masterpiece Ballads to Listen to in Spring | A Comprehensive Selection from Timeless Classics to the Newest Hits (91–100)
To a new seasonLead
It’s a heartwarming ballad that feels like being wrapped in the gentle warmth of spring.
The distinctive voices of Lead’s three members blend together, tenderly singing about the arrival of a new season.
Set to a sweet and gentle melody, the lyrics resonate deeply as they accompany a time of change.
Listening to it in the spring breeze will surely fill you with hope and anticipation for a new chapter in life.
This song is perfect for those stepping onto a new stage—graduation, starting school, beginning a job.
Enjoy it under the spring sunshine, and it will surely warm your heart.
Brimming with Lead’s charm, this spring ballad is loved by many as a timeless classic.
Under the cherry treeMACO
Singer-songwriter MACO gained attention for her Japanese cover of Taylor Swift’s “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.” Her 13th digital single, “Sakura no Ki no Shita,” written as an insert song for the AbemaTV original drama “In a World Where Only I Am 17,” resonates with its lyrical melody woven by her clear, transparent vocals.
The worldview of the lyrics—recalling encounters with loved ones alongside the cherry blossoms—likely overlaps with many listeners’ own experiences.
It’s a ballad with superb arrangements that blend seamlessly into springtime scenery, the kind of song you’ll want to keep listening to.
C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK
A ONE OK ROCK song that sings of hope for the future, themed around friendship and growth.
It’s an uplifting anthem that gives you the courage to take a new step forward while holding dear the precious memories of your youth.
Included on the album “Zankyo Reference,” released in October 2011, it was also used as the ending theme for the TV program “To the Summit of the Earth.” Its blend of Japanese and English lyrics is striking and beloved by fans both in Japan and abroad.
It’s the perfect track for those starting a new chapter in spring or parting ways with cherished friends.
This is a song to listen to when you want to face forward and move on, while embracing memories that are treasures engraved in your heart.
Tears of MagnoliaStardust Revue
Originally released as a single from STARDUST REVUE’s 1993 album, the song later had an acoustic version featured in a 2005 whiskey commercial, and it was also released as a single.
Many of you may have heard it in the ad.
It’s a classic ballad that has been covered by numerous artists.
Thank youSun Set Swish
This work is a heartfelt ballad filled with gratitude, featuring lyrics that deeply resonate.
It was also used as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS television anime “Big Windup!” Released in August 2007, the song expresses appreciation for the people and experiences we encounter in everyday life.
It conveys feelings toward those who supported us through difficult times, leaving a powerful impression on listeners.
It’s especially recommended for spring, when new chapters begin, or when you’ve experienced a farewell with someone important.
SunSet Swish’s warm vocals and melody are sure to gently embrace your heart.
Season of SakuraTRIPLANE
This song, included on the 2017 release “1/4802 no Subete,” conveys the frustration of not wanting to look back yet finding yourself doing so—like opening the lid on sparkling old memories when spring arrives.
It’s a gentle track that lets you feel the spring breeze.
Blue Springback number
A song that portrays the struggles and growth of young people.
Released in November 2012, it was also used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “High School Entrance Exam.” The protagonist’s search for a life unbound by convention resonates deeply alongside Iyori Shimizu’s vocals.
This single marks back number’s first self-produced release, with the cover photo also taken by vocalist Shimizu.
Spring is a season of diving into new environments—a time when anxiety and hope intermingle.
Why not give this song a listen? It will surely give you the courage to walk your own path.