Classic songs that sing about flowers. Popular songs related to flowers.
The color of the flowers has faded in vain, while I, lost in thought, let my life drift by in this world.
This is the famous waka by Ono no Komachi, also known from the Hyakunin Isshu.
Since ancient times, the Japanese have been captivated by the beauty of flowers.
Even today, flowers are an indispensable part of life’s milestones, showing our deep connection with them.
In this article, we introduce a selection of famous songs themed around “flowers.”
Please enjoy these flower songs that have always enchanted and accompanied us through the ages: the resilient flowers that bloom again and again even when trampled, the beautiful flowers everyone admires, and the gentle flowers that bloom in our hearts.
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Classic songs about flowers. Popular flower-themed songs (51–60)
The flowers are cherry blossoms; you are beautiful.Ikimonogakari
A song by Ikimono-gakari that seems to portray the shift from winter to spring and the emotions stirred by that changing landscape.
It gives an overall impression of incorporating a Japanese aesthetic, with a strong emphasis on the fleeting nature of cherry blossoms.
The intro, built around piano and acoustic guitar, then gradually layering more instruments, conveys an expanding field of view and a sense of forward-looking emotion.
The lyrics—reminiscent of reading aloud from a literary work—are another highlight, with the words brought to the fore while the beautiful scenery is likewise accentuated.
cherry blossom colorKaneyori Masaru
Sakura-iro by Kaneyori Masaru depicts the sweet-and-sour feeling of unrequited love.
It’s included on the 2023 album Watashi no Nocturne.
The idea that just hiding behind a cherry tree and simply watching the person you love can make you happy—that’s a feeling only someone who’s been in unrequited love can truly understand.
Even if, deep down, you want to spend more time together, these cute lyrics say it’s enough for now just to be by their side, and it makes your heart flutter.
Enhancing those heart-fluttering lyrics even more are the refreshing sound and the adorable voice of vocalist Chitose Mina!
Child of SakuraKabu F & Star Realm
KAFU & Seikai’s “Sakura no Ko” dramatically depicts cherry blossoms from the moment they bloom to when they fall.
Released in 2022, the song was produced by Vocaloid producer Kanzaki Iori.
The beautifully heartrending story, which portrays the fleeting cherry blossoms as if they were people, draws you deeper into its world the more you listen.
Many listeners have likely felt that same bittersweet emotion toward cherry blossoms that can only be seen for a limited time, just like in this song.
It makes you want to etch the short-lived sight of the blossoms firmly into your memory.
Somei Yoshino (Yoshino cherry)ENDLICHERI☆ENDLICHERI
This is the first single released under one of Tsuyoshi Domoto’s solo monikers, ENDLICHERI☆ENDLICHERI; Domoto is also active as a member of KinKi Kids.
Titled after Somei Yoshino, a cherry blossom variety commonly seen in Japan, the song depicts the many emotions felt during cherry blossom season.
Its airy, floating sound—evoking an unsteady mind and shifting feelings—together with vocals that accentuate that mood, creates a unique world.
The track conjures the sense of unease behind the beauty of cherry blossoms, which can be seen only for a limited time each year: how many more times will we get to witness this scene?
Classic songs about flowers. Popular flower-themed tracks (61–70)
Flower SongEXILE
EXILE’s “Flower Song,” the theme song for the drama “No Dropping Out: Back to School at 35,” is a pop tune that makes your body move just by listening.
ATSUSHI, who wrote the lyrics, even conducted interviews about issues in the education system during production, making it a remarkable work.
No matter how hard things get, it’s simply the winter season of life.
A positive message song that says the time will surely come when a beautiful flower will bloom.
cherry blossomKobukuro
Kobukuro’s “Sakura” is a classic example of so-called sakura songs.
It was used as the theme song for the drama “Ns’ Aoi,” adopted as a chime at JR stations, and even included in a high school Japanese textbook—truly one of Kobukuro’s signature tracks.
Even the feelings that never bloomed and the dreams that never came to fruition become sources of strength for living, so let’s hold them close with care.
It’s a gentle yet empowering anthem that softly, kindly, and firmly pushes you forward.
flowerKumi Koda
“Flower” by Kumi Koda is the image song for Yoshi’s novel “Koi-Bana” (Love Talk).
It made headlines as the first time in the industry that a book had its own theme song.
Love isn’t only about fun and happiness.
Sometimes feelings don’t reach the other person and it’s heartbreaking; sometimes you miss each other and it’s painful.
In truth, no one wants to get hurt, and yet we still fall in love.
This song cheers on everyone in love, encouraging them to pursue a romance that’s true to themselves.