[2026] A Collection of Classic Western Songs to Listen to in June
For many Japanese people, June is the rainy season with lots of rain and no public holidays—so aside from things like the “June bride,” the month might carry a slightly negative impression.
Looking abroad, though, in places like Europe June often brings mild weather and a comfortable time of year.
So this time, under the theme “Western songs to listen to in June,” we’re picking out tracks across genres that are directly about June or feature June as a keyword in the lyrics!
While sensing the different images of June in Japan and overseas, we’ve also selected songs that can lift your spirits even through day after day of rain—so don’t miss it!
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[2026] A roundup of classic Western songs to listen to in June (21–30)
JuneNEW!A.L.I.S.O.N

Allison, an electronic musician from France with a background in electronic engineering, is known as a leading figure in chill synth music.
This work captivates with a nostalgic atmosphere woven from dreamy weightlessness and soft synthesizer tones.
Opening the album “Deep Space Archives,” released in March 2023, this track is a reconstruction of an unreleased demo from around 2019.
It’s a soothing piece that evokes scenes from memory—perfect for quietly spending time indoors during a stretch of rainy days or relaxing on a nighttime drive.
Third Of JuneNEW!Corey Hart

Canada’s treasured Corey Hart, who captivated the world in the ’80s with his signature sunglasses, included a ballad perfectly suited to this season on his October 1996 album Corey Hart.
Named in honor of his wife, Julie Masse, the song features a refined sound that radiates the warmth of live instruments.
Teaming up with an engineer renowned for work with artists like Michael Jackson, it has become a long-loved standard on Canadian radio charts.
On a quiet afternoon as rain taps against the window, why not surrender to its gentle melody while thinking of someone dear? It’s a tender track that will gradually warm your heart.
Empty JuneNEW!Elias Hix

This is a work released in June 2023 by Elias Hicks, a young singer-songwriter from Spartanburg, South Carolina.
Since his teens, he has handled everything from writing to producing his own music, and his style—singing by overlaying the South’s distinctive atmosphere and personal memories onto vivid landscapes—has drawn much attention as a new talent in indie folk.
In this piece, the timbre of the acoustic guitar resonates with a voice that carries depth beyond his years, gently lifting up lost memories and quiet emotions along with the feel of early summer.
It was also included in the 2025 June collection Songs From Trammel.
This track is perfect for spending a quiet rainy day alone or for feeling the calm of early summer.
Flirting With JuneNEW!Les Gordon

Le Gordon is an electronic musician from Rennes, France, who combines training in cello and guitar with a refined visual sensibility.
Composed and produced by him, this work is an instrumental electronica piece whose charm lies in its lightness—like an early summer breeze—and its sophisticated electronic sound design.
As the title suggests, it carries the fresh atmosphere of June, with crisp, well-defined beats and gentle synthesizer tones creating a pleasant sense of weightlessness.
The track appears on the full-length album “La,” released in June 2018, and gained international recognition after being featured in Apple’s September 2019 Special Event opening video, among other placements.
Even in a gloomy, rainy season, it adds a soothing splash of color to daily life—perfect for relaxing at home or as background music when you want to reset your mood.
June 3NEW!Skrilla

Skrilla, a rapper from Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood, has been drawing attention with his uniquely dark worldview.
This track, which shares its title with his birthday, opens his June 2023 mixtape, “Gemini Season.” With Mexican and African roots, his rapping—set against the harsh realities of the streets and infused with religious motifs—intertwines an intoxicating flow with ominous beats, radiating a striking individuality.
It’s a perfect pick for those gloomy, rain-soaked days in June when you want to sink into a slightly deeper, edgier realm of hip-hop.
In this work, which could be called his origin point, experience the depth of Philadelphia drill for yourself.
A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna FallBob Dylan

Bob Dylan has long exerted a profound influence beyond music as a poet for the ages—transcending the boundaries of a globally renowned singer-songwriter, and even becoming the first singer to receive a Nobel Prize.
Among Dylan’s early masterpieces, and often cited as one of his signature songs from his debut as a rising folk artist, is A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall.
Being a Dylan song, it’s not a straightforward ode to rain; its suggestive, richly layered lyrics invite many interpretations.
Still, listened to in June during the rainy season, the song may feel especially resonant.
Drops of JupiterTrain

They’re a band that delivers the sincere sound of American rock and enjoys popularity across generations.
Their rich vocals and bold, continental sound continue to exude a timeless appeal.
Train achieved their global breakthrough with their second album, Drops of Jupiter, released in 2001.
The title track, Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me), is a magnificent ballad adorned with sweeping strings and beautiful piano tones, and it became one of the band’s signature songs, winning at the 44th Annual Grammy Awards.
The lyrics, which reflect on a mother who passed away from lung cancer, are composed with evocative imagery of stars and seasons—and the word “June” makes a clear appearance.
Take a look at the lyrics yourself to see how it’s used.


