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.
Playlist
| Summer Songs That Hit in the 2000s | A Look Back at Nostalgic Summer Tunes! | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Paradise BabyRIP SLYME | play_arrow | RIP SLYME T Paradise Baby Summer Charm |
| 2east | Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi | play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s signature summer song |
| 3east | A Perfect SkyBONNIE PINK | play_arrow | BONNIE PINK's summer blockbuster song |
| 4east | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | A fiery reggae song by Shonan no Kaze |
| 5east | BLUE BIRDHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | Ayumi Hamasaki’s commercial song—a refreshing feeling that represents summer |
| 6east | boyfriendaiko | play_arrow | A summer classic! aiko’s love song, moving |
| 7east | summer festivalWhiteberry | play_arrow | A famous song by Whiteberry themed around summer festivals |
| 8east | I Want to Be Embraced in a Sea of Tears ~SEA OF LOVE~Sazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s summer love song, with an emotive, richly expressive voice |
| 9east | July 1stHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | The Appeal of Ayumi Hamasaki’s Summer Hit “H” |
| 10east | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE | play_arrow | ZONE's signature song sold 700,000 copies |
| 11east | White BeachHY | play_arrow | A classic that depicts Okinawa’s scenery and the emotions of the seasons |
| 12east | King of SummerKinKi Kids | play_arrow | KinKi Kids summer mode, a cheerful number |
| 13east | rainbowFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama’s exhilarating youth song |
| 14east | The Sound of WavesImai Miki | play_arrow | A ballad portraying summer memories and a bittersweet love |
| 15east | NatsuneGLAY | play_arrow | A moving ballad where summer romance and scenery intertwine |
| 16east | HOTEL PACIFICSazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | A hot track where the summer sea and rhythm fuse |
| 17east | HANABIHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | A poignant classic that captures the end of summer |
| 18east | sunflowerFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of summer memories |
| 19east | Please! SeñoritaORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE Summer Song Señorita |
| 20east | Haneuma RiderPorunogurafiti | play_arrow | A refreshing, massive hit song by Porno Graffitti |
| 21east | everything; the whole lot; lock, stock, and barrelKREVA | play_arrow | A gem of a masterpiece that gently envelops the bittersweetness of summer |
| 22east | Goldfish FireworksOtsuka Ai | play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s bittersweet song about summer love |
| 23east | MiracleGReeeeN | play_arrow | A classic song of familial love that portrays summer youth |
| 24east | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 | play_arrow | Get in the mood with summer love songs |
| 25east | The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell | play_arrow | The story you don’t know is a masterpiece of a song. |
| 26east | Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke | play_arrow | 'Naminori Johnny' is a popular summer song. |
| 27east | Summer SongYUI | play_arrow | A coming-of-age song about YUI’s summer |
| 28east | LIFEkimaguren | play_arrow | Kimaguren’s signature song, a summer tune rooted in their hometown of Zushi |
| 29east | Roco LotionORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s signature summer song |
| 30east | sparklergagaga supi | play_arrow | A bittersweet summer love like a sparkler |
| 31east | Music HourPorunogurafiti | play_arrow | Pornograffitti's classic summer song 'Music Hour' |
| 32east | Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN | play_arrow | BEGIN’s classic summer song evokes the seas of Okinawa |
| 33east | Summer IllusionGARNET CROW | play_arrow | Depicting a poignant love at the end of summer |
| 34east | Summer TribeDragon Ash | play_arrow | Dragon Ash summer song, released in July 2000 |
| 35east | My WayDef Tech | play_arrow | Introduction to Def Tech's My Way |
| 36east | Greatful daysHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | The Appeal of Ayumi Hamasaki’s Summer Classic ‘&’ |
| 37east | I’ll be thereKōda Kumi | play_arrow | Kumi Koda’s refreshing summer song “I’ll be there” |
| 38east | SONS OF THE SUNAsanami 25 | play_arrow | Mabanua 25’s summer track selected for a Pocari Sweat commercial |
| 39east | PEACHOtsuka Ai | play_arrow | Ai Otsuka creates a refreshing summer hit song |
| 40east | Everyday, KachushaAKB48 | play_arrow | A summery AKB48 song, with sexy swimsuit costumes. |
| 41east | Naughty SunORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s classic summer song |
| 42east | Yeah! Super HolidayMatsuura Aya | play_arrow | Aya Matsuura’s summer songs are catchy. |
| 43east | SUMMER TIME LOVEEXILE | play_arrow | EXILE TAKAHIRO’s summer hit debut |
| 44east | Squid SUMMERORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | Burst with ORANGE RANGE’s summer tracks |
| 45east | Shanana☆MINMI | play_arrow | MINMI’s new song, the refreshing feeling of summer |
| 46east | Summer DreamTōhōshinki | play_arrow | A refreshing dance number that evokes the seas of Okinawa |
| 47east | tropical nightRIP SLYME | play_arrow | A summer tune with a mature vibe |
| 48east | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | Signature songs by BUMP OF CHICKEN |
| 49east | CampioneORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s World Cup theme song |
| 50east | All of the YouthFujifaburikku | play_arrow | A rock band that sings about young people's feelings in a true-to-life way |
| 51east | SMILYOtsuka Ai | play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s single SMILY is a bright, happy song |
| 52east | Twilight SurroundRIP SLYME | play_arrow | Summer dusk, soothing music |
| 53east | Flowers blooming in the night skyMEGARYU | play_arrow | A song by MEGARYU that sings about summer memories |
| 54east | Feeling great!!mihimaru GT | play_arrow | “Kibun Jōjō ↑↑” is a classic summer song. |
| 55east | sparklingaiko | play_arrow | Aiko’s classic that evokes the summer sky |
| 56east | Shaka Beach ~Laka Laka La~UVERworld | play_arrow | UVERworld's samba-style summer song |
| 57east | Sunny Day SundaySenchimentaru Basu | play_arrow | A classic baseball cheering song: Sentimental Bus |
| 58east | planetariumOtsuka Ai | play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s signature song about summer memories |
| 59east | sunflowerYūsuke | play_arrow | A lovingly encouraging song, warmed by Yusuke Kamiji’s gentle singing voice. |
| 60east | Happy Summer WeddingMōningu Musume. | play_arrow | Morning Musume’s summer song is a big hit |
| 61east | Summer FestivalWhiteberry | play_arrow | Whiteberry’s classic summer festival song |
| 62east | Oh Yeah!arashi | play_arrow | A summer song included on Arashi’s new album “Time” |
| 63east | Giri-Giri SurfriderHALCALI | play_arrow | A summer-appropriate HALCALI track whose laid-back vibe is its charm |
| 64east | Shanghai HoneyORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE's summer party tune |
| 65east | BANG! BANG! Vacation!SMAP | play_arrow | SMAP signature summer song |
| 66east | When the Sunflowers Bloomyuzu | play_arrow | Yuzu’s summer theme song portrays love and bonds |
| 67east | Butterflied flying fishChatto Monchī | play_arrow | Introduction to Chatmonchy’s summer songs |
| 68east | Catch The WaveDef Tech | play_arrow | A signature song by Def Tech with Hawaiian reggae |
| 69east | That day, over thirty degreesGRAPEVINE | play_arrow | A B-side track by GRAPEVINE, post-rock style |
| 70east | Lucky PoolJUDY AND MARY | play_arrow | A summer-friendly pop song by JUDY AND MARY |
| 71east | HANABIMr.Children | play_arrow | The summer song that is the theme for Code Blue |
| 72east | GuaranaSukima Suichi | play_arrow | An intense song by Sukima Switch gives you a push on the back |
| 73east | rough runroodo obu mejyaa | play_arrow | “Zassou” by Road of Major, a bright and lively song |
| 74east | ultra soulB’z | play_arrow | B’z’s 31st single with a summer theme |
| 75east | The Maiden with Flaxen HairShimatani Hitomi | play_arrow | Longing for a lovers’ relationship and the desire to be someone who is loved |
| 76east | FIREWORKSEXILE | play_arrow | A summer track fusing shamisen and rap tops the Oricon chart |
| 77east | marbleOtsuka Ai | play_arrow | A message song to regain confidence |
| 78east | Summer Sky Graffitiikimonogakari | play_arrow | A coming-of-age song that sings about refreshing summer memories |
| 79east | ELECTRIC SUMMERBase Ball Bear | play_arrow | Base Ball Bear's classic summer song |
| 80east | NatsumiFUNKY MONKEY BABYS | play_arrow | A song that reminds me of a past summer romance |
| 81east | Seaside DriveKobukuro | play_arrow | Kobukuro’s fun driving song |
| 82east | Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi | play_arrow | Tears for You is a song loved by many people. |
| 83east | The End of SummerMoriyama Naotaro | play_arrow | A summer song that brings back memories of an old flame |
| 84east | Mileage of LoveRAG FAIR | play_arrow | RAG FAIR's summer love hit song |
| 85east | I can see you againKetsumeishi | play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s “Mata Kimi ni Aeru” is a classic summer song from the 2000s. |
| 86east | SHAMROCKUVERworld | play_arrow | UVERworld’s breezy summer rock |
| 87east | summer festivalyuzu | play_arrow | Yuzu’s “Natsu Matsuri” is a nostalgic classic. |
| 88east | Under the same skyayaka | play_arrow | An encouraging song among Ayaka’s famous tracks |
| 89east | TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | Southern All Stars' classic summer song |
| 90east | OCEANB’z | play_arrow | B’z’s summer song, the theme song for Umizaru. |


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