Emotional songs to listen to in spring: a collection of masterpieces that suit the season of meetings and farewells.

YumemigusaBLUE ENCOUNT

BLUE ENCOUNT “Yumemigusa” Music Video [Theme Song for the Film “Blue, Painful, and Brittle”]

A heartwarming song that captures the fragility of youth and the journey of growth—perfect for the season when cherry blossoms dance.

While beautifully depicting the bittersweet scenes of spring, it weaves in reflections on lost time and feelings for someone precious.

The grand band sound intertwined with strings resonates deeply with listeners.

Released by BLUE ENCOUNT in September 2020, the track was created as the theme song for the film ‘Aokute Itakute Moroi’ (Our Blue Moment), based on a novel by Yoru Sumino.

It’s a rearrangement of a song from their indie days, newly adapted to match the film’s worldview.

A true gem that supports those trying to move forward while looking back on the past, it’s highly recommended for spring farewells and new encounters—sure to touch the heart.

Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN “Friend’s Song”

An emotional ballad that gently sings about the importance of compassion and friendship.

Created by BUMP OF CHICKEN’s vocalist Motoo Fujiwara with heartfelt feelings for the manga and anime characters that have been precious to him since childhood, the song conveys the warmth of quietly staying by someone’s side and the joy of being able to do your best for someone else.

It was written as the theme song for the animated film Doraemon: Nobita and the New Steel Troops—Angel Wings, released in February 2011.

The warm horn section and string arrangements are striking, harmonizing beautifully with the film’s world.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you’ve experienced parting from friends or loved ones, or when your heart is full of excitement for new encounters.

cherry blossom rainJUJU

JUJU “Sakura Ame” (Cherry Blossom Rain)

This is a beautiful ballad that weaves a bittersweet farewell and memories of love against the backdrop of cherry blossoms in the rain.

Released in March 2010 as JUJU’s 10th single, it was also used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Metropolitan Police Department Missing Persons Unit.” Written by Kiyoshi Matsuo and composed by Daisuke Kawaguchi, the song is included on the album “JUJU,” and is widely cherished as a piece that symbolizes the season of spring farewells and new encounters.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on a spring day when memories of that special someone sink into your heart.

Under rain-soaked cherry blossoms, it will gently accompany the feeling of wanting to look back on a past romance.

Melancholy Cherry Blossomsatarayo

Melancholy Cherry Blossoms

Spring is a turning point when our surroundings change dramatically, often marked by farewells that come with setting off on new journeys.

This song by Atarayo looks back on the memories we’ve built during such a season of transition while pledging to meet again.

Its grand, bittersweet sound—featuring piano tones—leaves a strong impression, conveying a sense of memories and emotions overflowing.

Even as it grapples with the pain of parting, it evokes a resolve to keep moving forward.

Another distinctive element is the spoken lines that appear at the beginning and the end, which seem to carry an especially powerful message.

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A slight fever in springKubota Kai

Kubota Kai “Mild Fever in Spring” (Official Lyric Video)

This song evokes the gentle, heartwarming feel of spring.

Released digitally in March 2020 and included on Kubota Kai’s album “Raikō,” it carefully captures the fragile emotions and hope unique to the season.

Blending everyday scenes with budding romance, it delicately weaves a tapestry of faint melancholy and joy.

Its soothing sound feels like waking up on a calm spring morning, and the melody—fusing hip-hop and R&B—leaves a strong impression.

The lyric video on YouTube has surpassed 3 million views, resonating with Gen Z.

Embraced on social media as a track to play at the beginning of spring and during farewells, it’s recommended for those facing the anticipation and anxiety of a new chapter, or anyone who wants to cherish the feelings of love that come with the arrival of spring.

Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu “Youth and a Moment” MV

With its refreshing guitar sound and driving melody, this gem of a rock number captures the fleeting nature of youth and its brief moments of brilliance.

Macaroni Enpitsu gently gives voice to the feelings of young people.

It carries a warm message: even the days that seem boring will one day become precious memories, making it a track packed with the band’s charm.

Released as a digital single in March 2019, it was also included on the album “season,” released in September of the same year.

The song drew attention as the theme for McDonald’s Value Set commercial, and the music video featuring actress Nana Mori was also well received.

It’s a recommended song not only for those in the midst of their youth, but also for anyone starting a new chapter in life.

Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / The Way Home in March (Lyric Video)

It’s the season when you crave warm songs that make you feel the arrival of spring.

Released by Dai Hirai in February 2022, this track is a perfect ballad for graduation season.

Set to gentle piano and strings, it sings of youthful memories and the anticipation of a new departure.

Born as part of the “Sunday Goods” project, which delivers a new song every three weeks, the piece captures the feelings of cherishing farewells with loved ones while swelling with hope for the future.

It’s an emotional song you’ll want to listen to while walking under rows of cherry blossoms after a graduation ceremony or farewell party.