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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The meaning of goodbyeNEW!Nogizaka 46
Nogizaka46, known for their pure aura and strong expressive power, have garnered widespread support.
Their 16th single, released in November 2016, is also known for being the group’s first to ship a million copies.
It served as the final song for Nanami Hashimoto, who took center position, and its lyrics—turning farewells into strength—are perfect for March, a month full of graduations, transfers, and goodbyes.
Despite having no tie-ins with dramas or other media, the song’s message resonated with many, leading to a performance at the 67th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.
Its beautiful melody, marked by a memorable piano tone, evokes feelings that are both bittersweet and warm.
It’s a gentle push on the back for those who, despite their anxieties, are trying to step forward into a new world.
Spring GoesAimer
A grand ballad where wistfulness and hope intertwine.
Yuki Kajiura’s delicate, graceful composition is layered with Aimer’s deep, husky voice, resulting in a moving piece that accompanies life’s turning points.
Released in March 2020, this song serves as the theme for the final chapter of the theatrical film Fate/stay night [Heaven’s Feel], gently portraying the heroine’s inner conflicts and her wish for renewal.
It’s a perfect song to listen to in spring, a season of new beginnings and farewells.
As the seasons change, the emotions of accepting the past while stepping toward the future resonate in the heart alongside a tender, empathetic melody line.
If you listen to it while reflecting on memories with someone dear under the gentle spring sunlight, it will surely become a lovely moment.
A person who loves springGLAY
The warm season of spring, with its increasingly colorful scenery and new beginnings, is a time when positive feelings naturally rise, isn’t it? This song by GLAY straightforwardly expresses the joyful emotions associated with spring and a deep love for someone special.
Amid the powerful band sound, the inclusion of piano tones is striking, emphasizing the savoring of warmth and happiness in the heart.
The harmony between the grand sound and the lyrics that depict the love within oneself conveys the sense of those inner feelings of happiness growing ever larger.
Spring ThiefYorushika
The song I want you to listen to in spring, when nature and landscapes that were dusted with snow begin to show their colors, is “Harudorobo” (Spring Thief).
It was released in 2021 by the rock band Yorushika and was used as the theme song for Taisei Corporation’s TV commercial.
It’s a medium-tempo track where a simple rock sound resonates with piano tones.
Its beautiful yet fleeting melody is moving to the point of tears.
The lyrics, which carry a sense of traditional Japanese aesthetics, are perfect for spring.
Centered on the theme of “life,” the song is filled with both poignancy and brilliance.
It’s a recommended number for anyone looking for a rock-style spring song.
Melancholy Cherry Blossomsatarayo
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.
Heralding springyama
This is a song performed by yama that seems to express the unique sense of weightlessness and the anxiety that comes with the season of spring.
The strongly resonant organ tones and rhythm-forward sound create an impression of distinctive floatiness and addictiveness.
Although the song moves along at a light tempo, the lyrics and vocals strongly convey feelings of unease.
It evokes the image of quietly facing your true self and the depths of your heart in a dark room—a restless, unsettling track.
On nights when cherry blossoms fallaimyon
The song that evokes a sense of nostalgia in the spring when beautiful flowers are in full bloom is “Sakura ga Furu Yoru wa.” Singer-songwriter Aimyon released it in 2021, and it was used as the theme song for Abema’s “Don’t Be Fooled by the Wolf in Love.” It’s a mid-tempo number featuring a charming rock sound that feels both nostalgic and fresh.
Her powerful vocals enhance the song’s message, and the lyrics—filled with honest feelings for someone you love—are also a highlight.
If you’re looking for a spring song with a nighttime theme, give it a listen.