[Spring Heartbreak Songs] Classic and popular spring tracks to listen to in the season of parting
We’ve gathered Japanese breakup songs that are perfect for spring!
Spring is the season of meetings and partings.
Some people end up separated from the one they like without ever confessing, while some couples choose to part ways for the sake of their futures.
Among the songs introduced in this article, some portray the pain of farewell, while others are uplifting anthems that cheer you on.
They’re all masterpieces we want people going through a “spring goodbye” to hear.
Give them a listen when you want to remember someone you love, or when you’re ready to put a period on a romance and move forward.
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[Spring Heartbreak Songs] Classic and Popular Spring Tracks to Hear in the Season of Parting (31–40)
Blue BenchSasuke
Speaking of Sasuke’s breakthrough hit, it has to be this song, right? At the same time, it’s also famous as a heartbreak song often listened to in spring! The listeners might be a bit skewed toward a certain generation, but that’s also part of what makes this unit—and this song—so great.
Go ahead and bask in the memories!
KanadeSukima Suichi
Among Sukima Switch’s songs, the most famous is “Kanade.” Although it was released in 2004, it remains so popular that it still ranks within the top 20 in karaoke charts.
It’s truly a “monster” long-selling hit.
“Kanade” is characterized by its emotional melody, and listening to it warms the heart.
the first strong spring wind21 seiki, aijō busoku
It’s an unadorned song of lingering feelings, recalling a past lover.
This track by 21seiki, a three-piece rock band from Fukuoka, was released in April 2023 and was born from a lack of affection.
The chiming guitars, driving bass, and powerful drums come together in a band ensemble that feels wonderful to listen to.
The vocalist, Yukina Todo’s down-to-earth voice matches the song’s tone perfectly.
True to its title, “Haru Ichiban,” you’re left with a crisp, breezy feeling by the time it ends—a refreshing rock tune.
Spring ThiefYorushika
It’s a beautiful, lyrical song that likens the fleeting fall of cherry blossoms to life itself and portrays the flow of the wind as the passage of time.
Yorushika’s crystal-clear melodies and poetic lyrics blend seamlessly to capture the bittersweetness of spring.
Released in January 2021 and included on the album “Sakuhin,” the track was also featured in a Taisei Corporation TV commercial, moving the hearts of many.
The fully CG-animated music video vividly conveys the song’s world as well.
It’s a perfect piece for those slightly melancholy moments in the spring season, when anticipation and anxiety about new beginnings intertwine.
In times of parting or meeting someone important, it’s a song that gently stays by your side—I highly recommend giving it a listen.
StoryAI
“Story,” AI’s breakout hit.
AI is renowned as a Japanese R&B singer, but in this song, the highlight is the part right before the final chorus.
The ad-libs, delivered in a high register while retaining vocal richness, are truly stunning.
The lyrics are crafted to feel positive, evoking the arrival of a new season.
[Spring Heartbreak Songs] Classic and Popular Spring Tracks to Listen to in the Season of Goodbyes (41–50)
My love was overflowing.mosao.
This is a song by Mosao that brims with overflowing affection and the bittersweet ache of parting.
Its gentle vocals and the warm sound of acoustic guitar offer comfort to anyone who has experienced the pain of heartbreak.
Released in September 2020, the track spread mainly through social media and resonated with many listeners.
It’s highly recommended for those who have gone through a breakup and find themselves longing for happier times.
Each listen brings back memories of that special someone and gives you a sense of emotional cleansing.
cherry blossom pinkjikyū hassen en
This is the final single from Jikyuu 800 Yen, a unit formed out of the variety show “Cocorico Miracle Type.” The group often released songs that express lingering attachment—being unable to forget someone even after parting—and this track likewise portrays a man filled with regret and unresolved feelings.
The vocals, which feel as if sung through tears, convey poignant longing and intense emotional pain, suggesting a fragile, unsettled state of mind.
It’s a song that communicates suffering by candidly laying bare uncollected, unadorned emotions.
