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Karaoke songs to sing in April: classic and popular spring hits

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April means a fresh start! With welcome parties at school and work, you’ll often hear “Let’s go to karaoke!” That’s why I’m introducing recommended karaoke songs for April.

If you’re looking for songs that get the crowd going at karaoke or want to know famous spring hits everyone knows, this article is perfect for you! A new chapter is exciting, but it’s natural to feel anxious about building relationships in a new place.

In times like that, why not show off a song you’re good at as a kind of self-introduction? Make sure to practice at least one guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Karaoke songs I want to sing in April: Classic and popular spring tunes (21–30)

Season of BeginningsNoriyuki Makihara × Hanaregumi

Season of Beginnings

Season of Beginnings Makihara Noriyuki × Hanaregumi

A duet by Noriyuki Makihara and Hanaregumi that beautifully captures the conflicting emotions of spring—anticipation and unease, fluttering excitement and impermanence.

Released digitally on April 30, 2025, it received an exclusive early airplay on FM COCOLO starting April 1 of the same year.

With their rich vocals blending seamlessly, the song is a gem that seems to sonically paint the very scenes of spring.

Makihara’s melody and lyrics, paired with Hirokazu Ogura’s gently expressive guitar arrangement, are exquisite.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when early spring leaves you unsettled, or when nostalgia and hope set your heart trembling.

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Spring ~spring~Hysteric Blue

Hysteric Blue Spring ~spring~

Spring ~spring~ Hysteric Blue

A Hysteric Blue song that gently brings back memories of the past.

Composed by drummer Takuya during a high school world history class, it was released in January 1999 and selected as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s variety show “Mokugeki! Dokyun.” It was also included on the albums “baby Blue” and “Historic Blue,” and the band went on to perform at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

With its refreshing melody and relatable lyrics, the song vividly portrays the meetings and farewells of spring and a resolve to chase one’s dreams, making it a piece that truly supports anyone embarking on a new chapter in life.

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Spring GoesAimer

Aimer “Spring Is Gone” MUSIC VIDEO (Starring: Minami Hamabe / Theatrical Feature “Fate/stay night [Heaven’s Feel]” III. spring song Theme Song / FULL ver.)

Spring Goes On - Aimer

A gem of a ballad by Aimer that poignantly portrays a fleeting yet beautiful scene.

Released in March 2020 as the theme song for the theatrical anime Fate/stay night [Heaven’s Feel] III.

spring song, Aimer’s soul-stirring vocals beautifully color the world of the work.

Depicting with delicate emotion the intersection of the heroine’s heavy fate and the hope of a new season, the song was also included on the album Walpurgis.

The music video featuring actress Minami Hamabe also drew attention.

In the spring season when meetings and partings intersect, this track resonates deeply with many people as a song that makes you reflect on your bonds with those you hold dear.

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cherry blossomDA PUMP

DA PUMP / Sakura MV+SPOT (short ver.)

Sakura DA PUMP

A beautiful ballad with a Japanese flair from DA PUMP, one of Japan’s leading dance and vocal groups.

Set against the changing seasons from winter to spring, it uses cherry blossoms as a metaphor to express life’s fragility and the importance of bonds.

ISSA’s powerful yet delicate vocals, paired with the members’ graceful choreography, create a world that resonates deeply with viewers.

Released in March 2019, the song was selected as the opening theme for TBS’s CDTV in February and March.

Distinct from the danceable image of their previous hit “U.

S.

A.

,” this track showcases a new side of DA PUMP.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when reflecting on life’s milestones and cherished memories, especially during the season that heralds the arrival of spring.

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cherry blossomKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “Sakura”

Sakura Ketsumeishi

A gem of a love song that delicately portrays the feelings of looking back on a past romance with the arrival of spring.

The lyrics, rich with emotion as they weave together memories and the ache of parting, have resonated with many listeners.

Released in February 2005, the song sold around 210,000 copies in its first week despite having no tie-in, and it reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

The music video features Masato Hagiwara and Emi Suzuki, and garnered attention for its drama-style storytelling.

It’s a pop tune recommended for those who have experienced a breakup with a beloved partner, or for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the bittersweet feelings of spring.

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GibbsRingo Sheena

Shiina Ringo – Gibbs

Gibbs Shiina Ringo

Since her debut, Ringo Sheena has continually brought a fresh breeze to the rock scene.

This track, released as an advance single from the album “Shōso Strip,” is notable for its lyrics that use distinctive numerical notation and its striking sound where piano and guitar intertwine.

It’s a masterpiece that vividly portrays the feelings of a woman who seeks a deep bond with her lover while feeling uneasy about the passage of time.

Covered by many artists across eras, it continues to captivate music fans.

It’s a stirring song perfect for a spring night, letting you savor the joy and bittersweetness of love at the same time.

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cherry blossomKyogo Kawaguchi

Kyogo Kawaguchi – Sakura

Kyogo Sakurakuchi

With its simple yet deeply moving melody and richly expressive musicality, it continues to be cherished as a timeless classic.

The lyrics, which skillfully weave in the changing seasons, carry a warm message of hope for a future with a loved one and the resolve to move forward with hope in one’s heart.

Released in December 2003 by Warner Music Japan, this piece was created for a commercial featuring Doraemon as the image character.

Like a warm breeze that heralds the arrival of spring, it is a gem you’ll want to listen to whenever you wish to feel calm and gentle.

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