A Collection of Tear-Jerking Spring Songs: Love and Friendship
When you think of spring songs, what kinds of tracks come to mind?
Chances are, many people think of cherry blossom songs or graduation songs!
Among those, there are also pieces that portray bittersweet romance or friendships bound by strong ties.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of spring songs that can bring you to tears as they resonate with your own emotions when you listen.
We hope you’ll find the perfect track for the exact situation you’re in—one that gently stays by your side.
There are so many wonderful songs that might move you to tears, you won’t want to look away until the very end.
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[Love and Friendship] A Collection of Tear-Jerking Spring Songs (111–120)
Swayed by spring, yet thinking of you (feat. Kopi)kobasoro
A nostalgic ballad that layers the ache of young love over a springtime landscape.
This piece, included on Kobasolo’s album “Clumsy” released in March 2019, features gentle melodies and heartwarming sounds that evoke the thrill of first love and fond memories.
Thinking of someone you like while being carried by the spring breeze—its lyrics capture a page of youth that resonates deeply.
It’s the perfect song for sorting out your feelings as a new season begins.
Listen to it in the warmth of spring, and your heart is sure to be soothed.
YellKobukuro
It’s a cheer song that gives you the courage to face forward.
Released in March 2001 as Kobukuro’s major-label debut single, it also gained attention when it was chosen as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “Uchi Kuru!?”.
It’s a song I’d recommend for elementary school graduation ceremonies.
The lyrics, which seem to symbolize a future blooming with the arrival of spring, bring a refreshing feeling.
It’s a moving piece that I’d love people starting a new chapter to hear.
It’s perfect for playing in the car on family outings during spring break or as background music for graduation celebrations.
cherrysupittsu
Although we’re introducing it as a spring song that brings tears, this track isn’t the full-on sobbing type—it’s more of a gentle, tear-jerking one.
It’s a massive hit by Spitz, a rock band that has been active on the Japanese music scene for many years, released in 1996 as their 13th single.
The relaxed band sound pairs beautifully with Kusano’s natural vocals, making it a truly lovely piece.
It gives the impression of a soft spring breeze drifting by.
Perfect as background music for looking back on your journey so far.
Graduation albumTomita Shiori
“Graduation Album,” sung by female singer-songwriter Shiori Tomita, is also a spring song that straightforwardly captures the loneliness of graduation.
The lyrics depict the day of the graduation ceremony itself, when the sadness you’d been holding back suddenly wells up all at once.
Even so, the small promise of “Let’s meet again” feels so real and true-to-life that it makes your nose sting with tears.
Anyone about to graduate will probably find the tears just won’t stop.
The music video, said to have been filmed at a certain junior high school, really tugs at the heartstrings too!
Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu
It’s a coming-of-age song that fits not only the young but also adults, yet it’s one of those Makaen tracks I wish I’d discovered when I was younger.
Speaking of Makaen, their lyrics are captivating for how they put inexpressible feelings into words, and “Seishun to Isshun” really makes you think with lines that feel like they understand you.
It has an encouraging side that affirms being your true, everyday self and living as you are.
It’s a spring cheer song that teaches you the importance of throwing yourself into something and living in those fleeting moments that only exist right then.
The message that it’s not over yet really brings tears to my eyes!
Forget-me-notMarushii
A bittersweet love song that portrays springtime farewells and new encounters.
It’s a track by Marcy, a four-piece band from Fukuoka, released as a digital single in June 2022.
The lyrics depict the feelings of a young person entering a long-distance relationship, gently pushed forward by the spring breeze.
The chorus line “the promise we tied with our pinkies” leaves a strong impression.
It’s a warm piece that resonates with those who have faced parting in this season of departures.
Vocalist Yoshida’s voice, carried by the ballad’s melody, strikes straight to the heart.
It’s a song for you who want to face forward while feeling the quiet ache of spring.
to clear up (weather)Yorushika
With the arrival of spring, this Yorushika song evokes the beginning of a new season.
Released in January 2024 as the opening theme for the TV anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, it features n-buna’s delicate lyrics and suis’s clear, transparent vocals that resonate deeply.
Like the sky after the rain, it carries a hopeful message that no matter how hard things get, the clouds will eventually part.
In spring, when hearts swell with anticipation for new lives and new encounters, this piece is sure to give you courage.
It’s the perfect track for anyone looking to make a fresh start.