Enjoy Spring! Western songs to listen to in April

UnderdogAlicia Keys

Alicia Keys – Underdog (Official Video)

Alicia Keys’ “Underdog.” This song carries a message that feels like it faces you earnestly amid the mix of hope and anxiety in April.

Even if you’re at rock bottom, you’ll climb back up—her voice saying this will, I hope, ease your sadness and anxiety, even just a little.

StatuesAmy Macdonald

Amy Macdonald – Statues (Official Audio)

A hidden gem, “Statues,” from the 2020 album The Human Demands.

This song by Scottish artist Amy Macdonald features cherry trees repeatedly in its lyrics, making it perfect for spring.

In particular, the chorus’s poetic line, “As the cherry blossoms fall, the night is painted,” is likely to resonate deeply with Japanese listeners.

Imagine driving down a springtime lane with that lyric in mind—it would feel amazing! Be sure to add it to your playlist for the coming spring.

Wake Me UpAvicii

Avicii – Wake Me Up (Official Video)

Although he produced dance music, Swedish music producer Avicii created bittersweet sounds that resonated deeply with listeners.

“Wake Me Up,” included on his 2013 release TRUE, is beloved by music fans around the world.

Its appeal lies in the way it begins with an acoustic guitar evocative of country and folk, then shifts into an electronic sound.

While EDM often has a high-energy image, his music is filled with melodies that move the heart.

It’s a perfect song for spring, a season that feels both dazzling and fleeting.

ButterBTS

BTS (방탄소년단) ‘Butter’ Official MV

BTS, the hip-hop group that captivates fans around the world and has won awards at the American Music Awards, released Butter in 2021—a dance track that’s perfect for the clear skies of April.

Its funk- and R&B-inspired sound evokes an ’80s retro vibe.

Their groovy, dynamic flow is another highlight.

With its positive, pop-infused message, this song is the perfect soundtrack to enjoy spring to the fullest!

I Started A JokeBee Gees

Bee Gees – I Started A Joke (Live in Las Vegas, 1997 – One Night Only)

The Bee Gees are a male vocal group who made their record debut in 1963.

Comprising three brothers, they went on to have a major influence on the music scene.

Featured on their 1968 album Idea is the track I Started A Joke, a song with a thought-provoking message about one’s very existence feeling like a joke.

Its soothing sound blends airy synths with gentle guitar tones.

Give it a listen as you bask in the warm April sunshine.

Happier Than EverBillie Eilish

Billie Eilish – Happier Than Ever (Official Music Video)

Billie Eilish is a singer-songwriter who captivates the world with her whispery voice and unique worldview.

The title track of her 2021 release, Happier Than Ever, features a sound that unfolds like a story.

Her flow, imbued with an ennui-like mood, feels both husky and tight.

The lyrics carry a powerful message about overcoming pain and loneliness.

It’s a song that will give a gentle push to anyone looking to make a fresh start this spring.

My Oh My ft. DaBabyCamila Cabello

Camila Cabello – My Oh My (Lyric Video) ft. DaBaby

Camila Cabello and DaBaby’s collaboration “My Oh My.” If you pressed play on this track in April to find something new, you’ve already made the perfect choice.

The mood, the progression—everything about this song is dope.

It’s sure to open a new door for you!