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

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In-Film Song from the Movie “The Song You Left Behind” Ayane / Person of Spring (Official Music Video) [Opens Friday, March 20]

This is a ballad that layers deep feelings for a cherished person you can no longer meet with images of spring’s arrival and a starry sky.

Its wistful yet warm melody, together with a core strength that seems to vow a fresh start beyond sorrow, resonates deeply in the heart.

Performed by Ayane, portrayed by Meru Nukumi, the song appears in the 2026 film “The Last Song You Left Behind,” where it was released in advance in February 2026 as an in-film track.

There’s even a story that Shunsuke Michieda, the lead actor, heard the vocals during filming and, beyond acting, was moved to tears naturally.

It’s a song that gives you the courage to step into a new season while holding on to unforgettable memories.

On a spring night when changes in your environment bring confusion or loneliness, why not listen quietly while gazing up at the sky?

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indigo la End – Just As Haru Says

A poignant number by indigo la End that delicately portrays the wavering of a relationship through a subtle ensemble.

Contrary to the splendor of spring, the song is imbued with quiet resignation and loneliness.

The words and melodies woven by Enon Kawatani vividly capture the delicate distance between two people on the verge of parting, tightening the listener’s chest.

Released digitally in April 2018 and later included on the album “PULSATE,” this piece uses restrained arrangements to highlight the depth of emotion.

It gently stays by the side of those spending a spring night with unspoken feelings.

When you wish to quietly accept the end of a romance, why not surrender yourself to this beautiful sound?

TokimekiVaundy

Tokimeki / Vaundy：MUSIC VIDEO

Vaundy is a multi-artist who handles everything himself, from songwriting and composing to video production.

Among his tracks, the one that perfectly matches the buoyant feeling of spring is Tokimeki, released in September 2021.

Set to a pop sound that fuses a brisk beat with a pleasant melody, it sings about the sparkles felt in everyday, fleeting moments.

In addition to being written for Toyota’s Corolla Cross commercial, it was also featured in NTT Docomo’s 2023 web movie Seishun Bingo, making it a song that ties in with memories of graduation season.

Included on the album replica, this track’s heart-thumping rhythm makes it the perfect number to soundtrack a drive or a stroll as you head into a new chapter of life.

oneselfTani Yuuki

My True Self – Tani Yuuki [MV]

Singer-songwriter Tani Yuuki, who captivates many fans with his unique sensibility and melodic flair.

His song “Jibun Jishin,” which depicts the strength to believe in yourself and the anxiety of taking a first step in down-to-earth words, is an encouraging anthem that stays close to the listener’s heart.

Released in March 2022 as the web-exclusive CM song for UQ mobile’s “UQ Ouen-wari,” it is also included on the March 2023 album “Tamentai.” Spring is a season that brings both excitement for new surroundings and a sense of unease, isn’t it? Listening at such times, you may feel gently nudged forward by the kindness that affirms your wavering emotions as they are.

It’s a number we hope will be heard by those chasing their dreams and those standing at the starting line of a new life.

Let’s get started.Remioromen

Remioromen - Now, Let's Begin [Music Video]

After a long hiatus, Remioromen has finally made a hopeful comeback.

Included as their first new song in about 15 years on the album “SINGLES BEST+,” released in March 2026, this track is perfect for a springtime drive with the windows down.

With Takeshi Kobayashi joining the production, the exhilarating band sound—carried by Ryota Fujimaki’s expansive vocals—evokes both warm nostalgia and excitement for the future.

The video shot in their home prefecture of Yamanashi also drew attention, and if you listen to this song while cruising with the windows wide open, you’ll surely feel the courage to dive into new scenery.

Why not head out into the warm sunshine with this song that colors both reunions and new departures?

footprint(s)Little Glee Monster

Little Glee Monster “Ashiato” Music Video

Little Glee Monster, a vocal group that continues to captivate hearts with their beautiful harmonies.

Released in September 2020 as their 16th single, this work was written as the set piece for the junior high school division of the 87th NHK National School Music Competition.

Its message has been highly acclaimed, winning the Excellence Award at the 62nd Japan Record Awards, among other honors.

With lyrics penned by the members themselves, the song reassures listeners that even when they feel anxiety or loneliness, their journey has had meaning—sentiments that may resonate with the emotions of spring, a season of great change.

It’s an emotional number that gently accompanies the season of meetings and farewells, giving courage to move forward into the future even amid uncertainty.

Stand by MeSaucy Dog

Stand By Me

Saucy Dog is a rock band that sings candidly about the raw emotions unique to youth, resonating with many.

Their music vividly portrays the resistance and inner conflict that come with growing up, expressing the universal pains of maturation in a way that’s both heartrending and empowering.

Shinya Ishihara’s emotional vocals and the band’s driving sound gently support those who, despite their anxieties, are trying to move forward.

Featured on the mini-album “Blue Period,” released in October 2019, this track gained attention when it was used in Kao’s “Babu MegRhythm” exam-support video.

It’s a song you should listen to in the spring, when encounters and farewells intersect, and you need the courage to take a new step.