For a Fresh Start! Songs that accompany new beginnings
A new season, a new company or school, your first project, love and relationships—no matter the situation, there’s always a “first time.”
Here, we’re introducing start songs that celebrate those kinds of “beginnings.”
First times make your heart race and raise your expectations, but they also come with worries, don’t they?
We’ve selected tracks that support your fresh start while staying close to those mixed feelings.
Give them a listen and let them boost your spirits.
We’re cheering on your new beginning!
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[For a fresh start!] Songs that support your beginnings (91–100)
Spring SwallowHey! Say! JUMP
A heartwarming song that expresses the feelings of a refreshing new beginning through music has been delivered by Hey! Say! JUMP.
Created by members of sumika, the piece warmly encourages those striving in new environments, using the image of swallows returning in spring.
Also chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Love All Play,” the song is included as one of the tracks on the triple A-side single released in May 2022.
It’s a song for anyone feeling anxious about a new setting, and for those who want to cherish their bonds with friends.
SKILLAWAKEPassCode
It’s a song by the idol group PassCode that was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “The Aristocrat’s Otherworldly Adventure: Serving Gods Who Go Too Far Season 2.” It has been available for streaming since October 2024 and was released as a CD single on December 18.
The track blends electronic sounds with rock for a powerful feel, and its vocal work features distinctive death growls.
The lyrics portray the protagonist stepping into an unknown world, and their pursuit of authenticity resonates with listeners.
It’s recommended not only for anime fans but also for anyone looking for energetic music.
No matter how smallwacci
An uplifting song has been born, warmly and gently portraying people who walk on with all their might, even while feeling how hard life can be.
Alongside the friendly melodies woven by the five members of wacci, the courage to face one’s own weaknesses and flaws, and the determination to move forward step by step, are vividly expressed.
Written and composed by Yohei Hashiguchi, the piece speaks to you even in those moments when you feel you’re losing your sense of self, telling you that your efforts have meaning.
It was written as the theme song for the NTV drama “After-School Carte” in October 2024 and is also included on the album “Dressing,” released in January 2025.
It is sure to be cherished as a song that stays close to your heart when you lose your way on the path you chose and come to a halt.
Helloyama × bocchiboromaru
This is a heartwarming collaborative work by yama and Bocchi Boromaru, packed with courage and hope for stepping into the future.
It carries a message of strong determination to move forward and the importance of staying true to oneself, gently encouraging those heading into new environments.
It has been broadcast as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon since October 2023, and a CD single was released in December 2023.
The transparent vocals and warm tones blend beautifully, resulting in a song that closely accompanies the listener’s heart.
It’s highly recommended for those feeling anxious about a new life or changes in their environment, and for anyone striving toward their dreams.
Spring Dayaimyon
Created as the theme song for an animated film about a honeymoon, this piece delicately portrays a loving married couple.
The story of two people starting a new life together—recognizing each other’s strengths and weaknesses and deepening their love as a family—delivers a wonderful message that encourages a fresh step forward in life.
With this song released in April 2019, Aimyon gently captures the world of the anime film Crayon Shin-chan: Honeymoon Hurricane – The Lost Hiroshi.
Memories beginning on a train platform and the feeling of cherishing small everyday joys resonate warmly alongside the gentle melody.
It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone embarking on a new chapter of life.
Even while holding anxieties about the future, it gives you the courage to move forward one step at a time—why not listen to it together with someone special as an uplifting anthem?
W.W.D ENDINGdenpagumi.inc
A memorable final song from Dempagumi.inc.
It’s filled with the feelings of the members as they reach the end of their idol activities.
While looking back on the group’s journey, they sing of gratitude to their fans and hope for the future.
Set to an electropop sound, you can feel the members’ determination and positive outlook.
This is a track we especially want fans who spent their youth alongside Dempagumi.inc to hear.
Their voices are sure to reach your heart.
Azure Swimnishina
In June 2022, nishina released a track noted for its delicate vocals and gentle melody.
This song is a send-off anthem infused with the resolve to pursue one’s dreams and forge one’s own path.
Like swimming freely through a clear, blue ocean, it captures the leap into a wider world.
The hopes and anxieties of young people are expressed through tender vocals and a dreamy, imaginative sound.
Included on the album “1999,” the song drew attention as a piece symbolizing a turning point for the artist.
As a new chapter begins—especially in spring, when anticipation and uncertainty mingle—this work is sure to gently nudge anyone taking their first steps into a new environment.