Timeless Ballads to Enjoy in Spring: From Classics to the Newest Hits, All in One Guide

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[Cover] supercell – To Me / 私へ (Aelynn)

It’s a quiet, profound song that feels like a letter to one’s past self.

The delicate lyrics woven by ryo of supercell and the simple arrangement featuring only piano accompaniment resonate deeply with listeners.

Through a dialogue with oneself, the piece portrays the importance of growth and self-acceptance, and it was released in March 2011.

It’s a fitting track to close out the album “Kimi no Shiranai Monogatari.” I recommend it to those who feel uneasy in a new environment or who want to reflect on past choices.

It may strike an even deeper chord when listened to during spring—the season of farewells and new beginnings.

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Sakuran / Mosawo [Music Video]

MosaO, a singer-songwriter who keeps their appearance private, has been gaining attention for love songs told from a woman’s perspective.

Their seventh digital-only single, “Sakura Koi,” features a poignant, lyrical ensemble of piano and strings.

The lyrics depict a romance that ended without the feelings ever being confessed, naturally evoking the spring graduation season.

It’s a ballad with a sentimental melody that resonates deeply—perfect for listening during cherry blossom season.

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Goodbye Busyuzu

Goodbye Bus / Yuzu (Cover)

A heartwarming message song carried on the spring breeze.

Released in March 1999, this track became one of Yuzu’s signature songs.

Its gentle melody and Yujin Kitagawa’s warm vocals beautifully capture both the sadness of parting and the anticipation of new encounters.

The lyrics vividly convey the intertwining feelings of reluctance to say goodbye and the wish for the other person’s happiness.

Listening to it in spring may bring back nostalgic memories.

It’s the perfect song for anyone starting a new chapter or experiencing a farewell with someone important.

Its compassionate lyrics are sure to encourage you.

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Yuzu “Friend ~The Time of Departure~”

This is a Yuzu song themed around friendship and new beginnings.

Featuring an acoustic, piano-centered sound, it portrays both the sorrow of parting with friends and the mix of anticipation and anxiety that comes with setting out on a new path.

Released in September 2013 and selected as a required piece for NHK’s National School Music Competition, it remains a popular choice for graduation ceremonies and choral contests.

Embraced by a wide audience, the song offers comfort to those facing a departure or experiencing a farewell with someone important.

It may even serve as a reminder of the bonds you share with your companions.

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Every time the spring breeze blows, past memories come rushing back…

Yuzu’s songs delicately portray such bittersweet emotions.

It begins with a scene of remembering a lover on a rainy day, then shifts to memories vividly revived by the spring breeze.

It’s more than a simple heartbreak song; it can be seen as a piece that symbolizes the journey of life.

Released in March 2007, this work gains an even grander and more moving atmosphere with Taro Hakase’s violin.

It’s a recommended track for those about to take a new step with the arrival of spring, or for anyone striving to walk forward while holding dear memories close to their heart.

cherry blossom colorAnjura Aki

Angela Aki “Sakura-iro” Music Video

A moving ballad that overlays the fleeting nature of cherry blossoms with the changing course of life.

Angela Aki’s gentle yet powerful vocals resonate deeply with listeners.

The beautiful melody woven by delicate piano tones and majestic strings evokes the arrival of spring while stirring nostalgia for days gone by.

Released in March 2007 and featured in a Sony digital camera commercial, this song remains beloved as a track to hear during the season of graduation and farewells.

Highly recommended for those embarking on a new journey or wishing to reflect on cherished memories.

Goodbye, see you again in the next life.Innā Jānī

Inner Journey “Goodbye, Let’s Meet Again in the Next Life” Music Video

A song that evokes the beginning of spring, released in March 2021 as Inner Journey’s 4th digital single.

It features Sara Kamoshita’s transparent, airy vocals and performances that convey the band’s physical presence.

Set to a buoyant melody, it expresses themes of parting and reunion, imbued with deep affection for a loved one and a resilient hope that overcomes the sorrow of farewell.

It sings of remaining true to oneself even after leaving this world, and of a certainty that we will meet again in the next life.

A perfect track for the season of new encounters and farewells.

Listen to it while strolling under rows of cherry blossoms in the spring sunlight, and you’ll surely find the courage to take a positive step forward through both meetings and partings.