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Youth songs you want to listen to in spring. Classic and popular spring songs.

Spring is known as the season of meetings and farewells, with graduations, job transfers, school admissions, and new hires all happening around this time.

Some of you might feel like listening to coming-of-age songs when you’re experiencing encounters or partings, right?

In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of coming-of-age songs that you’ll want to listen to in spring.

We’ve gathered not only classic anthems about friendship and bonds, but also spring-like graduation songs.

Find the ones that match your current feelings and situation!

Let’s get started.

Youth songs to listen to in spring. Classic and popular spring songs (101–110)

It’s okayMarushii

Marsi – It's Okay (Official Music Video)
It's okayMarushii

It’s a cheer song filled with positivity and gentle words of encouragement.

It stands beside those trying to overcome setbacks and hardships, giving a supportive push with down-to-earth lyrics.

Marcy’s band sound wraps you in a driving melody and warm vocals.

Released in March 2023 and written for Pocari Sweat’s web movie “Our Now,” the song is also included on the album Candle.

When you’re feeling anxious or uncertain in a new environment, or about to take a step toward your dreams, this is a track that will surely resonate with your heart.

murmurUeno Daiki

Daiki Ueno / “Zawameki” Music Video
murmurUeno Daiki

A song you’ll want to listen to with the arrival of spring.

Daiki Ueno’s gentle voice delicately brings forth the emotions deep within your heart.

The warm tones of acoustic guitar and cello resonate as if wrapping up the small joys and loneliness of everyday life.

Included on the album “Shinryoku” (Fresh Green), this track was released in March 2023 and was also chosen as the theme song for the TV Tokyo and BS TV Tokyo drama “Konkatsu Shokudo.” This piece is a companion for those who carry the hopes and anxieties of a new season’s beginning, as well as feelings for days gone by.

On a spring day when your heart feels unsteady, why not listen quietly and let it sink in?

Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri

“Sakuharu” Piano Ver. Yuuri × tuki.
Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri

A song where Yuuri’s warm yet heartrending vocals resonate with the heart.

It delicately depicts the complex emotions of those facing graduation.

From everyday, ordinary scenes swell feelings of gratitude toward family and friends, evoking a tightening, moving sensation in the chest.

Released in February 2021 as a digital-only single, the piece was reportedly created in response to an email from a fan.

Recommended for anyone who wants to solidify their resolve to take a new step forward while embraced by the gentle spring air.

Also perfect as background music for graduation ceremonies and farewell parties.

Song of BeginningsOhashi Takuya

Takuya Ohashi – “Hajimari no Uta” Music Video: TAKUYA OHASHI – Hajimari no Uta Music Video
Song of BeginningsOhashi Takuya

Let us introduce a perfect springtime cheer-up song for starting a new chapter: a track released in February 2008 as the solo debut of Takuya Ohashi from Sukima Switch.

Its lyrics, brimming with hope for the future and encouraging you to move forward while valuing your true self, paired with warm acoustic sounds, strike a chord.

It’s truly a song that gently nudges you to take that new first step.

The track was used as the campaign song for major distance-learning company U-Can and reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

The music video features actress Aoi Yoshikura, poignantly portraying a young person setting out on a new path.

It’s a must-listen for new employees and anyone facing changes such as entering a new school or switching careers.

GraduationOzaki Yutaka

Yutaka Ozaki – Graduation (Official Music Video)
GraduationOzaki Yutaka

Yutaka Ozaki delivers a work that captures the clumsy emotions of youth in their entirety with his powerful singing voice.

Frankly portraying the feelings of young people—such as the sense of suffocation in school life and distrust toward adults—this piece carries a universal message about the thirst for freedom felt within the school days that everyone experiences.

Released in January 1985 and peaking at No.

20 on the Oricon charts, it was issued as the lead single from the album Kaikisen (Tropic of Cancer).

Later, in 2016, it was also featured as the commercial song for a web-exclusive short film by a casual clothing chain, continuing to resonate with many people across generations.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you’re wavering between ideals and reality or questioning the norms of society.

Coming-of-age songs to listen to in spring. Classic and popular spring tracks (111–120)

Happinessarashi

ARASHI – Happiness [Official Music Video]
Happinessarashi

A perfect song for the new season, as if it gives you a gentle push forward.

Its light, upbeat melody and energetic sound lift the listener’s spirits.

The lyrics are filled with courage and hope for the future, delivering a refreshing feeling that makes you want to break into a run.

It also made waves as a drama theme song and has been loved by many fans since its release—a true classic.

When you’re uncertain about starting a new chapter in life, this music will surely guide you forward.

Sakura, Bloom!arashi

ARASHI – Sakura Sake [Official Music Video]
Sakura, Bloom!arashi

The exhilarating rock tune that cheers on springtime new beginnings was born in March 2005.

Alongside Arashi’s vocals, member Sho Sakurai’s rap rings out, powerfully supporting those embarking on a new chapter in life.

Infused with messages of courage to move forward, a mindset unafraid of failure, and the hope that efforts will surely bear fruit in time, the song was featured in TV commercials for Jonan Prep School and garnered strong support from students.

Immediately after its release, it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and became a fan favorite included on the albums “One” and “5×10 All the BEST! 1999–2009.” As a warm anthem of encouragement for people starting a new life in spring, facing entrance exams, or taking any new step, it continues to be loved by many to this day.