Recommended and popular classic rock songs to listen to in spring
When you think of spring, what comes to mind?
Cherry blossoms, a season of meetings and farewells, a new life—there are many images, aren’t there?
And the emotions you feel in each of those moments can vary widely, too.
In this article, I’ll be introducing songs that are perfect for spring, with a focus on Japanese rock.
I’ve picked out many tracks that really resonate with the feelings you experience in spring.
Alongside timeless classics that have been loved for years, there are also songs by up-and-coming bands worth paying attention to in recent years, so please take your time and give them a listen.
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Classic rock songs to listen to in spring: recommended popular tracks (71–80)
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This song is back number’s major-label debut single, released in 2011.
Set in spring, the lyrics vividly portray heartbreak and lingering attachment in true back number fashion, and those who can’t shake off their regrets may find much to relate to.
At the same time, despite the inclusion of strings, the song’s overall feel is defined by a crisp, pleasantly distorted guitar sound, resulting in a ballad with a solid rock presence.
Sing of springback number
With vocalist Iyori Shimizu’s gentle voice that aches with poignancy, “Haru no Uta ni Shite” is a hidden gem by the band back number, known for their exquisite emotional portrayals that resonate deeply.
It’s included on their landmark 2009 debut album, “Nogashita Sakana.” The swaying guitar tones seem to mirror the protagonist’s wavering heart.
The song captures the confusion of facing a breakup with someone you love.
Spring is a season of meetings and partings—this is a track that makes you want to cherish your connections with others.
Spring meltsindigo la End
Accompanied by beautiful visuals that look as if cherry blossoms are melting away, this indigo la End track evokes the arrival of spring.
Released in March 2022, the song was written specifically as a campaign song for FM802 and Hanshin Expressway.
Melodic guitar sounds blend perfectly with Enon Kawatani’s delicate vocals, creating a gentle tone that rides the spring breeze and seeps into the heart.
The lyrics portray emotions that shift with the changing seasons, making it a perfect song for anyone beginning a new chapter.
Listen to it during this season of meetings and farewells, and it will surely resonate.
It’s the kind of song you’ll want to hear while feeling the spring wind.
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reGretGirl’s songs vividly portray bittersweet memories of love.
In this work, the shifting emotions that come with the arrival of spring are skillfully expressed.
Alongside a catchy melody, the lyrics weave together anticipation and anxiety for the new season with lingering attachment to the past, leaving a lasting impression.
Released in January 2021, this track drew attention as the band’s first single.
It was also included on the album Curtain Call and has gained strong support from many listeners.
For those facing a new life or changes in their environment, it’s a song that resonates.
A heartwarming rock number perfect for the start of spring.
the first strong spring windyonige
Haruitiban (Spring’s First Storm) pairs the acoustic guitar’s timbre with vocalist Arisa Ushimaru’s voice, ringing with a gentle loneliness.
Yonige, the Osaka-born rock band known for Avocado, included this track on their 2020 release, A Wholesome Society.
The sound sits at a “just right” temperature where warmth and chill coexist, soothing heightened emotions.
The lyrics, as if viewing the world from one step removed, remind us of important feelings we tend to overlook when we’re just living our ordinary lives.
Spring can be a hectic season, but it might be nice to take a breather with this song.
Goodbye, see you again in the next life.Innā Jānī
It’s the perfect song for the season when cherry blossoms are in full bloom.
The clear, transparent vocals of Inner Journey’s singer, Sara Kamoshita, blend beautifully with the band’s visceral performance.
Released in March 2021 and included on their second EP, “Kaze no Nioi” (“Scent of the Wind”), this track carries a heartwarming message centered on parting and reunion.
The lyrics, sung over a light, upbeat melody, express deep affection for a loved one and a strong hope that overcomes the sadness of farewell.
It’s ideal for listening in spring, a time of many new meetings and farewells.
Highly recommended for those starting a new chapter in life or those who have experienced a parting with someone dear.
Be sure to listen to it in the gentle warmth of spring.
Graduationgagaga supi
Speaking of Gagaga SP, they’re one of the bands that led the youth-punk movement of the early 2000s, and for those who spent their adolescence in that decade, they’re likely still a cherished band today.
This song is their major-label debut, released in 2002, and along with their signature breakneck energy, its lyrics that squeeze your heart are a big part of its appeal.
The words convey the feelings of a protagonist desperately trying to sever lingering feelings for an unrequited love, and that straightforward sincerity and clumsy honesty really grab you.
It’s a song I hope students will listen to during graduation season—especially those who are graduating without ever confessing their feelings to the person they like.