[2026] Enjoy Spring! A Roundup of Classic Western Songs to Listen to in April

JasmineNEW!Arlo Parks

Arlo Parks – Jasmine (Official Video)

Arlo Parks, a singer-songwriter from West London and a Mercury Prize winner.

Released in November 2023, her “Jasmine” is a cover unveiled alongside the deluxe edition of the album “My Soft Machine.” Reimagining Jai Paul’s track, this version melds her signature whispery vocals with a dreamlike sound.

While preserving the sultriness of the original, it’s striking how the song is wrapped in a more introspective, warmly intimate atmosphere.

It’s a soothing listen for fans of R&B and lo-fi textures alike.

On a gentle spring night spent alone in contemplation, give this tender, companionable track a spin.

Spring Is Coming With a Strawberry in the MouthNEW!Caroline Polachek

Spring Is Coming With A Strawberry In The Mouth

Singer-songwriter Caroline Polachek, who built a unique world view after her time with the indie pop band Chairlift.

This track, included on her album “Desire, I Want to Turn Into You: Everasking Edition,” released in February 2024, is a bold cover of a song by Operating Theatre originally released in 1986.

Layering avant-pop electronics with her expressively nuanced vocals, it exudes a mystical yet romantic atmosphere.

The lyrics’ unique world—where spring arrives with a strawberry between the lips—also deserves attention.

Recommended for those who want to feel the coming of the spring season and boost their motivation for a fresh start.

Be sure to give it a listen.

Cherry BlossomNEW!Empire Of The Sun

Empire Of The Sun – Cherry Blossom

Empire Of The Sun, based in Australia, craft a unique mythic world of their own.

Ahead of the release of their first album in eight years, Ask That God, which came out in July 2024, they unveiled Cherry Blossom.

The track is marked by their signature dazzling synthesizer tones and an exhilarating, nostalgically tinged melody.

The lyrics convey the arrival of a new season—symbolized by cherry blossoms—and a resolve to step into the unknown, mirroring the band’s return after a long silence.

The music video, shot amid Thailand’s beautiful landscapes, also drew attention.

It’s a song that feels perfect for springtime and for those moments when you want a push to try something new.

AprilNEW!Beach Bunny

Beach Bunny – April (Official Audio)

Beach Bunny is an indie rock band based in Chicago.

“April,” included on their album Honeymoon released in February 2020, is a track that resonates with particular emotional depth amid a driving band sound.

It has the surprising background of being based on a melody originally written as a Christmas song, and while it retains a touch of sweetness, it portrays heartfelt regret and reminiscence.

Lili Trifilio’s vocals, which lay bare her feelings through images of spring rain and atmosphere, gently accompany the listener.

It’s perfect for times when you want to quietly reflect on a love that has ended or when you’re feeling sentimental.

Birds of a FeatherNEW!Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish – BIRDS OF A FEATHER (Official Music Video)

Billie Eilish, a singer-songwriter who epitomizes her era with a unique worldview and a whispery voice.

“BIRDS OF A FEATHER,” included on her 2024 album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, captivates with its light beat and bittersweet, tender melody.

The song, which conveys an intense attachment—“I’ll love you until I die”—was featured in the trailer for the Netflix series Heartstopper and swept charts worldwide.

Its popularity shows no signs of fading, earning a 5× Platinum certification in March 2025, signifying the equivalent of five million units sold in the U.S.

It’s the perfect number for April, when you want to deepen your feelings for someone special as you soak in the springtime warmth.