Summer Songs That Hit in the 2000s | A Look Back at Nostalgic Summer Tunes!
Summer might just be the most exciting season of the year! When you think of summer, you think of outdoor fun like music festivals, the beach, fireworks, barbecues, and road trips.
For students, there’s also the long summer break—there’s no shortage of fun.
And no summer memories are complete without music to lift your spirits even higher.
In this article, we’re focusing on summer songs released in the 2000s and introducing a selection of hit tracks.
Whether you remember those days or aren’t very familiar with music from the 2000s, we hope you enjoy these sparkling summer tunes.
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Summer Songs That Hit in the 2000s: Introducing Nostalgic Summer Tunes! (31–40)
SONS OF THE SUNAsanami 25
This is a summer-evoking track by Asanabi 25, a mixture rock band formed in Yokosuka, Kanagawa.
It drew attention for being featured in Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Pocari Sweat commercial.
The sound, incorporating brass and percussion, is striking, conveying both the passionate atmosphere of Latin music and the refreshing feel of the seaside.
The lyrics also strongly evoke summer, suggesting an image of receiving the sun’s rays and energy and encouraging growth.
It’s a powerful song that conveys both the heat of summer and the intensity of emotion.
Summer DreamTōhōshinki
It’s an exhilarating dance number that conjures up Okinawa’s dazzling sunshine and blue sea.
Just listening to it makes your heart skip, and its catchy melody makes you want to sing along! This track is the main A-side song included on TVXQ’s single “SUMMER ~Summer Dream / Song for you / Love in the Ice~,” released in August 2007.
It was also used in a Baskin-Robbins commercial, so many of you may have heard it.
It’s the perfect song for summer drives and lively times with friends.
My WayDef Tech
“My Way” is a song by Def Tech, a duo consisting of Shen, who grew up in Hawaii, and Micro, who hails from Tokyo.
Their debut album “Def Tech,” which included this track, topped the Oricon album chart and sold over two million copies.
In 2020, they appeared on the hugely popular YouTube channel “THE FIRST TAKE,” performing “My Way.” Their distinctive sound blends reggae and Hawaiian influences, creating a fresh, summery vibe—definitely give it a listen!
PEACHOtsuka Ai
Ai Otsuka, a singer-songwriter whose 2003 release ‘Sakuranbo’ became a long-running hit.
She has put out many bright, pop songs, and there are plenty that fit the summer vibe.
Among them, the 2007 release ‘PEACH’ is a standout with its summery, bursting rhythm and provocative lyrics.
It was also chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama ‘Hanazakari no Kimitachi e ~ Ikemen Paradise ~,’ and its dreamy, otherworldly lyrics are irresistible!
Twilight SurroundRIP SLYME
This piece feels like a sonic rendering of that unique atmosphere as summer dusk fades into night.
The warm tones of the acoustic guitar blend beautifully with the gentle scratches, wrapping you in a sensation that makes your heart feel a little lighter as you listen.
Released in October 2004 as their tenth single, it peaked at No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
Celebrated as a classic that showcases the depth of their musicality, it continues to be cherished by many listeners.
It’s the kind of song that quietly keeps you company on a summer night—when you want to relax in a slightly cooled room or reflect on the day, lost in thought.
Summer Songs That Hit in the 2000s | A Nostalgic Look at Classic Summer Tunes! (41–50)
Everyday, KachushaAKB48
Among AKB48’s songs, this one really feels like “THE summer.” The outfits in the MV are swimsuits, making it even cuter and sexier.
If you play it on the drive to the beach, with the anticipation of meeting cute girls, I think it will get you hyped and make things more exciting.
Naughty SunORANGE RANGE
This song, which was used as the opening theme for the hit drama “Hanazakari no Kimitachi e: Ikemen Paradise,” is one of ORANGE RANGE’s signature tracks.
Released in July 2007, it remains a popular summer anthem, and many people have probably been singing it at karaoke since back then.
Be sure to check it out as music that adds color to your summer memories.