Spring song medley. The best classic tunes to listen to in spring.
When you think of spring, what comes to mind?
Cherry blossoms are a must, of course, and the calm, warm weather is one of spring’s biggest charms!
It makes you want to take a leisurely walk or go for a drive.
At times like that, wouldn’t it be perfect to have a gentle, spring-like song as your BGM?
In this article, we’ll introduce a whole selection of songs that are just right for spring!
Focusing on classic spring songs, we’ve included a variety—from tracks about encounters and farewells to ones that encourage new beginnings—so it’s perfect for listening straight through as a spring song medley.
From the songs introduced here, pick the wonderful track that will accompany you this spring!
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Spring Song Medley. Best classic tracks to listen to in spring (111–120)
cherry blossomKawaguchi Kyogo
A ballad by Kyogo Kawaguchi themed around cherry blossoms that herald the arrival of spring.
Wrapped in his gentle vocals, the song was released in December 2003 and reached No.
4 on the Oricon weekly chart.
There’s also a surprising backstory: it was originally written for a competition to be used in a Doraemon commercial.
The lyrics tenderly sing of bonds with loved ones and hope for a new season, resonating with many listeners.
Included on the album “STARS FROM DECADE ~Kagayakeru Hoshitachi~,” it’s a beloved classic that has stood the test of time.
It’s the perfect song to hear in spring as you embark on a new chapter in life—graduation, entering school, or starting a new life.
Spring Song Medley. Best Classic Songs to Hear in Spring (121–130)
spring’s dry windIzumiya Shigeru
A signature work by Shigeru Izumiya that evokes a season swept by a refreshing breeze.
Released in November 1973, this piece has been loved by many as a folk classic.
Written and composed by Izumiya himself, it portrays a protagonist struggling to live amid society’s pressures, conveyed through distinctive phrasing and a powerful vocal delivery.
Included on the album “Hikari to Kage” (Light and Shadow), it has since been released in various versions.
Cover renditions by other artists, including Keisuke Kuwata and Masaharu Fukuyama, have also emerged.
It’s a song that gives your heart a boost—one you’ll want to play at the start of a new season.
cherry blossomShimizu Shota
This is the lead track from Shota Shimizu’s second album, “Journey,” released on March 3, 2010.
Even though it features only piano and Shota Shimizu’s vocals from start to finish, it’s an incredibly captivating song that makes you close your eyes and listen, completely enchanted.
the first strong spring windMayumura Chiaki
Close your eyes and try to imagine the moment cherry blossoms bloom.
Chiaki Mayumura’s singing gently announces the arrival of spring.
This song, included on the album “SAI,” was born from a collaboration with Ito En’s “Oi Ocha.” The lyrics, spun from haiku, weave together both anticipation and anxiety for the new season.
Feelings that fizz like cream soda and the distant sound of fireworks vividly paint scenes of spring.
It’s the perfect track for anyone feeling uneasy about changes in their surroundings or thrilled by new encounters.
Carried on the spring breeze, it’s sure to nestle gently against your heart, too.
Harusaki KobeniYano Akiko
A song that beautifully captures delicate emotional shifts and the scenes of spring.
Released in February 1981 and reaching No.
5 on the Oricon singles chart, this work continues to be cherished as one of Akiko Yano’s signature pieces.
With a synth-pop sound arranged by YMO and light, buoyant lyrics by Shigesato Itoi, it exudes a warm atmosphere that evokes the arrival of spring.
It’s perfect for starting a new chapter in life or as a companion for a springtime drive, letting you feel a pleasant breeze.
Why not embrace the beginning of a new season, wrapped in Yano’s gentle vocals?
Sakuraayaka
Spring is also famous as graduation season, isn’t it? When you want to look back on your youth and those bittersweet memories, listen to “Sakura.” It’s a warm spring song released in 2018 by singer-songwriter Ayaka.
The sound is crafted with simple, resonant acoustic tones.
The lyrics, which bring back the poignancy of youth, are another highlight.
Her clear voice conveys both dynamism and delicate emotion.
It’s a spring song that gently gives a push to everyone who has lived through many springs.
spring sunlightKanapu × Kujira
A perfect song to help you gently get through the season of graduations and farewells while basking in the spring light.
The tender melody woven from Kafu’s translucent vocals and Kujira’s delicate composition leaves a lasting impression.
Released in March 2022, this track skillfully captures both the warmth of spring and the poignancy of parting.
Its lyrics, which depict the many memories and emotions felt just before saying goodbye, are sure to resonate with many.
It’s a song that feels like a spring breeze—offering kindness and comfort to those starting a new chapter or experiencing a farewell with someone dear.