Enjoy Spring! Western songs to listen to in April

Tokyo RoadBon Jovi

Bon Jovi – Tokyo Road

This work opens with a striking intro that weaves in the melody of the traditional Japanese piece “Sakura Sakura.” Its energetic hard rock sound and lyrics set against the backdrop of Tokyo nights are especially captivating.

The song portrays adventures and encounters in a foreign land, evoking the vibrant atmosphere of Japan in the 1980s.

Included on the album 7800° Fahrenheit, released in March 1985, it carries a special sentiment for Japanese fans.

Recommended for those who want to experience the early appeal of Bon Jovi or who feel nostalgic for Japan in the ’80s.

Youngblood5 Seconds of Summer

5 Seconds of Summer – Youngblood (Official Video)

5 Seconds of Summer is a band formed in Sydney, Australia.

This song was released in 2018, but many of you were probably surprised by this Japanese version of the music video, right? It’s surprising enough that it’s styled as the reminiscences of an elderly Japanese couple, but on top of that, back in the day he was a pompadoured rockabilly youth and she was a standoffish girl! What was the intention behind that?! It’s startling, but the song itself is an upbeat track about the “first-time feelings” of falling head over heels for a girl.

Retreat! Retreat!65daysofstatic

65daysofstatic – Retreat! Retreat!

Its powerful sound and overwhelming presence leave an impression that rivals the fresh greenery of spring.

It’s a track by 65daysofstatic and the first single from their album The Fall of Math, released in November 2004.

The sampled voice at the beginning is a quote from the film Singles.

Its innovative structure featuring a 10/4 time signature is also notable.

Though instrumental, it’s a piece that leaves a deep mark on the listener’s heart.

Perfect for April as the new fiscal year begins in Japan, it’s a song that seems to push you toward new challenges.

Also recommended as driving music.

We The People….A Tribe Called Quest

A Tribe Called Quest – We The People…. (Official Lyric Video)

With its powerful beat and fiery lyrics, this track feels like it gives listeners a push forward.

It’s a song by A Tribe Called Quest packed with sharp social commentary.

Included on their album “We Got It from Here.

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Thank You 4 Your Service,” released in November 2016, the album debuted at No.

1 on the Billboard 200.

The following day, they performed the track on Saturday Night Live.

If you see the start of spring as a step toward a new you, this song will give you unmatched energy.

It’s perfect for anyone looking for a meaningful selection—not just background music.

Cherry Blossom GirlAir

Cherry Blossom Girl

Air, the French techno duo, delivers a dreamy, healing track with “Cherry Blossom Girl” that feels almost like ambient music.

Although they’re a duo of two men, it’s interesting how their beautifully pure vocals can sound almost feminine.

As a side note, because they’re from France, the artist name “Air” is pronounced closer to the French “ère” in Japanese as “Eiru,” rather than the English “air.” The song itself has a warm vibe that evokes French pop, making it a perfect fit for spring—and one you’ll want to play over and over.

DemonsAlec Benjamin

Alec Benjamin – Demons [Official Audio]

Alec Benjamin, an American singer-songwriter.

Every melody sung in his slightly wistful, one-of-a-kind voice has a dramatic resonance.

He’s one of the most talked-about singer-songwriters in the U.

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, and you won’t regret giving him a listen now.

This is a subtly melancholic track that’s perfect for the spring season.

What If I Told You That I Love YouAli Gatie

Ali Gatie – What If I Told You That I Love You [Official Music Video]

The rapper Ali Gatie’s slow, dark track “What If I Told You That I Love You.” This atmospheric song is a message piece full of self-questioning.

Melancholic songs like this also suit the spring season well.

It might be the kind of track that stays close to you when you feel like retreating for a while.