Songs of the Rainy Season: Classic Tracks and Rain Songs That Evoke Tsuyu Through Their Lyrics
The rainy season brings days of continuous rain.
You might feel stressed from not being able to go out, or a bit down in the damp atmosphere, but it’s also a time to enjoy the unique, softly saturated air and a leisurely stay-at-home vibe that you can only experience now.
In this article, we introduce songs about rain that let you soak in the mood of the rainy season.
Alongside classic rain anthems, we’ve intentionally picked tracks that include pinpoint words like “June” and “hydrangea.” Here’s hoping you find the perfect rainy-season song to match your taste.
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[Rainy Season Songs] Masterpieces and Rain Songs That Evoke the Rainy Season, Interpreted Through Their Lyrics (1–10)
rainDevour the dreams left by God.
A fusion of J-pop and rock that sings of a bittersweet, fleeting love.
With soaring vocals and delicate lyrics, it paints an inner landscape that resonates in the rainy season.
The song reached No.
2 on the Billboard Japan Heatseekers Songs chart, has been covered by various artists, and in 2025 was featured as an insert song in the Kusatsu Onsen Tourism Association’s PR video “3650+.” Its lyrics, imbued with the resolve to look forward despite doubt and a sense of loss, and its emotionally rich performance will surely speak to anyone whose heart sways during the season of rain.
RAINSEKAI NO OWARI
This piece was specially written for the film Mary and The Witch’s Flower.
It’s a song by the band SEKAI NO OWARI, who have produced hits like “Honoo to Mori no Carnival” and “SOS,” and it was released in 2017 as their 11th single.
The worldview of the lyrics—“Because it rains, a rainbow appears”—is truly wonderful.
If you’re going through a tough time or struggling with worries, please give it a listen.
I’m sure this song will help you.
Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA
An emotional love ballad by AAA that overlays aching feelings with a rainy sky.
It delicately portrays the frustration of wanting to honestly say “I love you,” yet being unable to put it into words for fear of the outcome.
Released in September 2013, the song was also included on the original album Eighth Wonder and became a major hit, peaking at No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart.
It’s the perfect track for those spending a rainy day alone in their room, their thoughts turning to someone special.
While feeling unsure at the start of love, it will resonate with everyone who wishes to cherish and nurture their feelings for that person.
[Rainy Season Songs] Masterpieces and Rain Songs That Evoke the Monsoon, Interpreted Through Their Lyrics (11–20)
umbrellaKing Gnu
It’s a somewhat fleeting piece that likens the sorrow of heartbreak to a torrential downpour.
The song is by the band King Gnu, known for numerous hits like “Hakujitsu” and “Ichizu,” and it was released digitally in 2019.
It drew attention after being featured in a Bourbon commercial.
You can feel a hint of funk music in its shadowy tone, which is captivating.
The sound itself conveys the protagonist’s inner state of “constantly thinking about the other person.” It might be good for when you want to stave off loneliness.
Rain MelodyKinKi Kids
This is a KinKi Kids ballad adorned with delicate expressions that seem to reflect emotions in each raindrop.
Released in October 1999 as a double A-side single, the song blends a wistful melody line with mature vocals to stunning effect, topping the Oricon weekly chart for two consecutive weeks.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to quietly during the rainy season, watching the rain flow past your window.
For those carrying the pain and loneliness of heartbreak, it will gently stay by your side.
umbrellaMrs. GREEN APPLE
Set beneath a sky where the rain keeps falling, this song gently wraps around a powerful desire to protect someone.
Its warm, compassionate message—“I want to be someone who protects you”—and the carefully woven melodies and vocals of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE resonate deeply.
Released in June 2016 as the B-side to the single “Samama Festival!”, it was included the following year on the album “Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.” Composed by Motoki Ohmori during his high school years, the song was finally performed for the first time at their dome concert in August 2023, captivating fans.
It’s a heartwarming track that tenderly soothes the gloom of a rainy day.
hydrangeaVertigo Siren
An emotional rock number that’s perfect for the rainy June monsoon season.
Released by Memai Siren in May 2019, the song became a hot topic when it was chosen as the theme for the short film “An Unending World.” Set to a fiercely passionate arrangement, it sings of the inner struggle of a heart bound by the past.
The melancholic melody and Kyoji’s powerful vocals leave a strong impression.
It’s a recommended track for those moments when you find yourself thinking about life in the rain.