Lovely spring song

[Karaoke Songs for May] A list of classic tracks that capture the lingering spirit of spring and the arrival of early summer

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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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May brings the season of fresh green, carried by a refreshing breeze.

With the long holiday and new-student welcome season, you might find yourself invited to karaoke more often.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs perfect for May—from cherry blossom tunes that still carry a hint of spring, to tracks ideal for Mother’s Day, and breezy numbers that evoke early summer.

They’re all classics that will beautifully color your May karaoke time, capturing the excitement of meeting new friends even as you navigate changes in your surroundings.

[May Karaoke Songs] A Playlist of Classics That Capture Spring’s Afterglow and the Arrival of Early Summer (51–60)

Sky-colored crayonHappy End

Happy End – Kazemachi Roman – 02. Sky-Colored Crayon

Sky-colored crayons, happy end

Happy End was a legendary Japanese-language rock band formed by four young musicians: Haruomi Hosono, Eiichi Ohtaki, Takashi Matsumoto, and Shigeru Suzuki.

This song is included on their second album, Kazemachi Roman, often hailed as their masterpiece.

It charmingly captures a young boy’s pure feelings for the girl he loves.

Highly recommended for anyone in the mood for a touch of nostalgia.

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dandelionBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN - Dandelion - Music Video

Dandelion BUMP OF CHICKEN

This is a country-style song included as the final track (excluding the hidden track) on BUMP OF CHICKEN’s major-label debut album “jupiter,” released in 2002.

It portrays the friendship a lonely lion forms with a dandelion he meets after crossing a suspension bridge.

Thanks to its well-crafted lyrics depicting the bittersweet story of a gentle lion, it’s a fan favorite.

It’s the kind of song you’ll want to sing when dandelions are in bloom.

The tempo is fast, so be careful not to get left behind by the speed of the song.

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A person who loves springGLAY

A person who loves spring

Spring-Loving People, GLAY

GLAY’s spring song “Haru o Aisuru Hito” (“One Who Loves Spring”) conjures up a fresh and warm May scene.

Originally included on the 1996 album BELOVED, it was later featured as the B-side to the 1997 single “Kuchibiru.” Beyond spring, the song also paints three other seasonal landscapes, expressing a desire throughout to keep loving you unchanged in every season.

If you head to karaoke with someone you love during the May holidays, why not use this song to convey the depth of your love?

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a May flyRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – May’s Flies [Official Music Video]

May Flies RADWIMPS

They cemented their status as a band thanks to the massive hit of Zenzenzense, the insert song from the blockbuster film Your Name.

In contrast to the fresh, clean-cut image many associate with RADWIMPS, May’s Fly is a track with a slightly different vibe.

When it was released, its extreme lyrics became a hot topic on social media and the internet.

The lyrics relentlessly mock and tear down the other person—singing it at karaoke might take a bit of courage.

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It’s a song to note not only for its eerie atmosphere but also for its artistic cover art.

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[May Karaoke Songs] A List of Classics That Capture the Lingering Spring and the Arrival of Early Summer (61–70)

The Curse of MayOishikuru Melonpan

Oishikuru Melonpan “May’s Curse” (LIVE) from cubism First Press Limited Edition DVD (Released May 4, 2022)

May’s Curse Oishikuru Melonpan

Oisicle Melonpan is a three-piece rock band whose name comes from a phrase the members came up with to describe “melon pan at its most delicious.” Their indie debut, the first mini-album thirsty, includes The Curse of May, whose breezy ensemble feels pleasant despite what the title might suggest.

The lyrics portray the listless mood of May—the in-between stretch from spring to summer when it’s hard to get energized—something many listeners are likely to relate to.

It’s a pop tune perfect for May karaoke: sing it when you’re feeling the May blues and let it blow your gloom away.

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The Wheat SongMiyuki Nakajima

Miyuki Nakajima “Song of Wheat” Music Video [Official]

Mugi no Uta by Miyuki Nakajima

It became a huge hit as the theme song for NHK’s morning drama series “Massan.” I can’t count how many times that show made me cry… There’s even an anecdote that when the request for the song came, Miyuki Nakajima asked the staff, “Are you sure you want Nakajima in the morning?” The lyrics—likening a human life to the growth of barley and waiting for the inevitable time of harvest—resonate broadly across generations.

I’m sure I’m not the only one who thinks it’s a song that only Miyuki Nakajima can sing.

It’s a piece I want to belt out in May, when the barley ripens.

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Early summer rainRemioromen

Remioromen – Early Summer Rains (Samidare)

Samidare Remioromen

A coupling track from the single “Akashia,” which also appeared on their early classic album ether released in 2005.

The bass groove is irresistible, and the vivid, Remioromen-style scene-setting makes it a must-hear for fans of Japanese rock! Its charm also lies in the curious mix of crisp, sun-dried brightness and a lingering wetness—like the freshness after the rain.

“Samidare,” which perfectly matches the scent of May.

It’s easy to get into and great when you want a moderate lift in energy.

Give it a try at karaoke on a rainy day or right after the rain!

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