Moving songs to listen to in spring. Classic and popular spring tracks.
Spring is also the season when we reach new milestones—graduations, school entrances, and the start of new lives.
When you’re feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety, music is there to stay by your side, isn’t it?
Sometimes the shining presence of your favorite artist gives you a push, and sometimes a moving song stirs your heart.
So, among spring songs, we’re going to spotlight the truly touching, emotional tracks and introduce our top recommendations.
From songs with great lyrics to ones that might make you cry before you know it, I think each one will resonate with us listeners’ feelings!
They’re all wonderful tracks that gently accompany moments of parting, uncertainty, and more!
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Moving songs to listen to in spring. Spring masterpieces and popular tracks (41–50)
DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE
A heartwarming song woven with emotive vocals and a striking melody, reflecting the anxieties and hopes of youth.
Its message—reminding us of the importance of living true to ourselves and of the bonds we share with others—will gently encourage anyone ready to take a new step forward.
Released in January 2025, this track by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE was produced as the theme song for a special NHK General TV program.
Accompanied by visuals featuring a collaboration with 1,000 18-year-olds, it received an overwhelming response and stands as an ambitious work befitting the band’s 10th anniversary.
It’s the perfect song for the start of a new chapter or the spring season, when new encounters abound.
A resonant track you’ll want to play while chatting with friends or meeting new companions.
YOAKENiziU
A gem of a pop number that expresses hope and growth for the future through the symbol of dawn.
Released to the world in February 2025 as a track on the album “AWAKE,” this song showcases a new side of NiziU.
Its gently nostalgic melody and refreshing sound blend beautifully, wrapping the listener in a warm atmosphere that hints at the arrival of spring.
Like the light streaming in when you open the window on a calm spring morning, the tender, soul-soothing vocals and uplifting message leave a lasting impression.
Perfect for a spring drive, your morning commute to work or school, or any moment you want a fresh start—this is a song that will gently give you a push forward.
Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterHilcrhyme
“Shunkashuto” is the second single by the hip-hop duo Hilcrhyme, released in 2009.
It’s a song about spending the four seasons with someone special.
It stayed in the top 10 of the Oricon singles chart for six consecutive weeks and swept newcomer awards such as the Japan Record Awards and the Japan Cable Radio Awards.
In 2017, a film inspired by “Shunkashuto,” titled “Shunkashuto Monogatari,” was released.
As you plan ahead, be sure to listen to it with your partner in spring, the start of the seasons!
flowerL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
L’Arc-en-Ciel is a four-piece rock band whose name, meaning “rainbow” in French, is reflected in their wide-ranging musical style, earning them popularity both in Japan and abroad.
Their fifth single, “flower,” used as the theme song for the sports news program Professional Baseball News, is celebrated as one of L’Arc-en-Ciel’s signature songs for its lyrical ensemble and catchy chorus.
Its lyrics, which depict the pain of unrequited love, are likely to resonate with many listeners.
With the emotional contrast between acoustic guitar tones and the band’s sound, it’s a rock tune you’ll want to hear in the spring.
Days of LemonWurtS
Carrying a bittersweet mix of longing and hope that sways with the spring breeze, this track from WurtS’s “Once Upon A Revival” captures the feelings of those who keep chasing their dreams, conveyed through vocals that deftly wield edgy low tones and falsetto.
Released in December 2021, it has surpassed 200,000 views on YouTube and was featured in a TikTok commercial, winning over many hearts.
It’s perfect for spring, when new chapters begin—recommended for anyone who, while gazing toward distant futures and dreams, wants the courage to face reality.
With WurtS’s voice by your side, why not take your first new step?
Become a flowerflumpool
flumpool is a four-piece rock band that delighted fans by resuming activities in 2019, even after vocalist Ryuta Yamamura was diagnosed with functional dysphonia and went on hiatus in 2017.
Their major-label debut digital-only single, “Hana ni Nare,” which was used as the campaign song for au KDDI’s LISMO “PAINT IT MUSIC!” commercials, is a striking track featuring a contrast between strings and guitar-driven rock.
Its empowering message alone gives you courage—perfect for spring, when new chapters begin.
With a melody that carries a touch of melancholy and resonates in the heart, it’s a rock tune that evokes vivid images of spring.
Song of SpringUkasukaji
The song chosen as the campaign track for FM802’s spring campaign “ACCESS!” was Haru no Uta, created by the duo Ukasuka-G—made up of Kazutoshi Sakurai from Mr.Children and GAKU-MC.
The track features an impressive lineup of contributors, including Noriyuki Makihara, Motohiro Hata, and Sukima Switch.
In 2014, a self-cover version was included on Ukasuka-G’s first album, AMIGO.