A roundup of popular cherry blossom songs sung by male artists
Many people feel like listening to cherry blossom songs when spring arrives—what songs do you listen to? There are so many songs related to sakura that it can be hard to choose, right? In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended sakura songs performed by male artists.
These are all classics that capture various feelings associated with cherry blossoms—encounters and farewells, love, encouragement, and more.
It’s not just for listening; this will also help if you’re looking for songs to sing at karaoke.
From timeless staples to sakura songs born in the Reiwa era, there’s a wide variety—so find the one that’s perfect for you.
Top 10 Popular Sakura Songs Sung by Male Artists
sakura colorGReeeeN
Sakura color, released by GReeeeN in 2013, is a song that cheers on those taking their first step toward their dreams this spring.
You’ve left your hometown to make your dreams come true, but the unfamiliar scenery and the days that don’t go as planned can be tough.
Still, even if you’re in a different place, your friends and family are each working hard where they are—so you’ll work hard too, and not lose to yourself.
This song makes you feel that way.
Leaving home can suddenly make you feel all alone, but listening to this track gives you the strength to know you’re not by yourself.
Let the cherry blossoms bloomYoshida Yamada
Released in February 2019, Yoshida Yamada’s work expresses the feelings of a bud enduring winter’s cold and waiting to bloom, overlapping them with the determination to forge one’s own path.
Chosen as the ending theme for the anime Hinomaru Sumo, its bright, upbeat melody and powerful message warm the hearts of those striving toward their dreams.
Portraying hope and growth in life through the image of cherry blossoms blooming vigorously toward spring, it’s a beautiful cheer song.
Give it a listen as a warm track that gently nudges you forward when starting a new chapter or taking the first step toward your goals.
bookmarkCreepHyp
Creephyp’s refreshing cherry blossom song “Shiori” conjures up the image of sakura petals dancing on the wind.
Released in 2018, the track appears on the album “Nakitakunaru Hodo Ureshii Hibi ni.” It also served as the campaign song for “FM802 X TSUTAYA ACCESS!,” featuring participants like Aimyon, Kenta Kataoka from sumika, and Suga Shikao.
As the cherry blossom season arrives, this song paints a story-like farewell between a man and a woman who each begin walking their own paths.
Like slipping a bookmark between pages to keep them from coming apart, they wish they could place a bookmark between themselves so they won’t be separated… Yet they choose not to, parting with a simple “Let’s both do our best.” It’s a tenderly heartbreaking tale.
Bouquet of FarewellRyota Fujimaki
Ryota Fujimaki, the vocalist and guitarist of the rock band Remioromen.
His song “Sayonara Hanataba” is a rock tune you’ll want to hear during springtime farewells.
It’s a motivational song that blows away the sadness of parting that comes with spring.
The crisp guitar arpeggios, bouncy drums, and soaring high-tone vocals perfectly match the positive vibe of the season.
While programmed sounds are trending these days, this track lets you fully enjoy the groovy feel of live instruments—so if you love rock, be sure to check it out!
Taiwan cherryRen
Singer-songwriter Ren’s “Hikan Zakura” is a chic, slightly melancholic sakura song with an addictive vibe.
By the way, the title “緋寒桜” is read “Hikan Zakura,” a unique type of cherry blossom that blooms earlier in colder seasons than regular sakura.
The song’s poignant melody and lyrics, which lament a love that has passed, are striking and perfectly match the image of the hikan-zakura.
Its richly textured structure is another draw—you’ll find new charms each time you listen, which is a big reason to recommend it!
Cherry Blossom ForestGen Hoshino
This piece, included as the B-side of Gen Hoshino’s single “Crazy Crazy” released in June 2014, was also selected as J-WAVE’s spring campaign song.
Its charm lies in the beautiful world created by its ethereal lyrics and strings.
The lyrics gently observe nature and human life as they change with the arrival of spring.
It’s a perfect song for those who want to feel the fleetingness and beauty of life mirrored in the scattering spring cherry blossoms, or for anyone looking to soothe their heart in the gentle spring sunlight.
Cherry blossoms, along the path where petals swirl upElephant Kashimashi
Elephant Kashimashi’s “Sakura no Hana, Maiagaru Michi o” conjures up the image of cherry blossom petals gently soaring into the air.
Released in 2008, this song is said to have taken a full year to complete.
It’s a track where a beautiful scene of “sakura” is added to Elekashi’s cool, rugged masculine vibe, creating a perfect chemical reaction.
The lyrics portray someone who once avoided dazzling scenery, but through small turns in life, learns to love even those views—and resolves to live positively.
If you’re looking to get in a positive mindset for a fresh start this spring, give it a listen!