Hidden gem spring songs in Western music. Recommended popular tracks.

Sweet SeasonsCarole King

Sweet Seasons – Carole King

Singer-songwriter Carole King began her career as an artist at 16 and has produced numerous classic songs.

Early in her career, she worked as a composer and music producer, and from the 1970s she became active in earnest as a singer-songwriter.

One of her notable songs, Sweet Seasons, was released in 1971.

Although it didn’t become a major hit among her catalog, it has gained popularity among fans as a hidden gem themed around spring.

Put Your Records OnCorinne Bailey Rae

Corinne Bailey Rae – Put Your Records On

Corinne Bailey Rae is a British singer-songwriter who has gained popularity with her distinctive blend of rock and R&B.

While she hasn’t necessarily scored mega-hits, she consistently drops catchy tunes.

Among her works, the one I especially recommend for spring is Put Your Records On.

Its stylish, slightly downbeat melody with a neo-soul vibe is perfect for a spring evening.

April FoolsDionne Warwick

Dionne Warwick – The April Fools – 1969

The composer is Burt Bacharach.

The urban, smart style is characteristic of Bacharach.

“April Fools” is moderately sweet—emotional yet somehow dry to the touch—so it goes down easy.

It was a song released by Dionne Warwick in 1969.

UnwrittenNatasha Bedingfield

Natasha Bedingfield – Unwritten (Official Video) (as featured in Anyone But You)

Natasha Bedingfield is a London-born singer-songwriter who was hugely successful in the 2000s.

Her musical style, which blends R&B and blue-eyed soul into pop, was consistently catchy.

Among her works, the most famous is Unwritten.

In English-speaking countries, it’s known as a staple motivational anthem.

While it isn’t specifically themed around spring, it’s a perfect fit for the season, when many people embark on something new.

It’s especially recommended for job seekers!

JunePete Yorn

Pete Yorn – June

Singer-songwriter Pete Yorn gained significant popularity in the United States with his debut album, Musicforthemorningafter.

He may not be very familiar to audiences in Japan, but he was once extremely well-known in America.

One of his works themed around spring is June.

You might wonder, “Isn’t June summer?” but since climates differ from Japan’s, many countries consider June part of spring.

It’s a lesser-known track, but a really great one—be sure to check it out!

Keep Your Head UpAndy Grammer

Andy Grammer – Keep Your Head Up (+ Lyrics) Album out now!

Andy Grammer is an American artist who has been certified triple platinum, a recognition given only to massively successful hits.

In Japan, he’s not very well-known, so many people may not have heard of him.

His song “Keep Your Head Up” is one of his hits, and it became popular for its spring-themed, uplifting lyrics and catchy melody.

Since he’s relatively unknown in Japan, I wanted to highlight this track.

Be sure to give it a listen!

Spring Came, Rain FellClub 8

Club 8 – Spring Came, Rain Fell

Club 8 is a music group from Sweden.

While they have a following in some circles, their general recognition is quite low, so I imagine few people know them.

Their appeal lies above all in their quality indie pop.

In the best way, they never betray expectations—their classic, straight-ahead indie pop is exactly what makes them so charming.

Their track “Spring Came, Rain Fell” is one of their hidden gems, and as the title suggests, it’s themed around spring.

It’s a very stylish song, so be sure to check it out.