[August Songs] Carefully selected masterpieces, classics, and the latest hits you’ll want to listen to in midsummer!
What kind of songs do you want to listen to in August? Upbeat tracks that get you hyped? Or perhaps tender, heart-wrenching ballads? In this article, we’ve gathered popular songs that are perfect for August.
From tunes themed around summer staples like the beach and fireworks to love songs and youth anthems, these are all classics that elevate the summer mood.
Whether it’s for karaoke, a drive, or a barbecue, find the perfect song to match the scene where you want to enjoy music!
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[August Songs] A curated selection of masterpieces, classics, and the latest hits perfect for midsummer! (91–100)
STAND-ALONEAimer
In summer, you just feel like cranking up rock songs and getting pumped, don’t you? Aimer’s “STAND-ALONE” is a fast-paced rock track that’s perfect for August, the height of summer.
It also made waves as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “Your Turn to Kill,” so many of you might remember it.
With its fiery sound that perfectly matches the sweltering summer vibe, it’s a song that will lift your spirits.
ultra soulB’z
B’z’s “ultra soul,” released in 2001, is famous for the call-and-response “Hai!” at the end of the chorus.
It was the theme song for the World Aquatics Championships that year.
The music video is summery too—hot! summer! Hai!—a song that needlessly sends your hype levels through the roof.
YEAH!! YEAH!! YEAH!!EXILE THE SECOND
When it comes to the ultimate party tune to blast in summer, EXILE THE SECOND’s “YEAH!! YEAH!! YEAH!!” is highly recommended! Released in 2016, the song hit No.
1 on the Oricon weekly chart and was also chosen as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Onegai! Ranking,” becoming a massive hit adored across generations.
Their signature sultry vocals and the refreshingly exhilarating track make it a karaoke favorite, too! It’s perfect for BBQ parties with friends, as poolside or beach BGM, or for a couple’s drive.
With August around the corner, why not add this summer-boosting classic to your playlist?
Brand New StoryGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE
When you think of summer, I think everyone imagines the ocean.
If you want to listen to songs that let you feel the sea, I recommend “Brand New Story” by GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE.
This track was also the theme song for the animated film “Ride Your Wave,” making it a perfect match for ocean vibes.
Its refreshing yet slightly nostalgic melody is just right for August.
Let’s meet at the beach.Laura day romance
This number has a unique charm, depicting summer scenes and the lingering echoes of lost love.
Released in August 2024, it’s marked by Laura day romance’s distinctive twin vocals and a sound with psychedelic elements that leaves a strong impression.
It feels like a promise to reunite with a former lover, and that ambiguity lingers in the heart.
The complex rhythms and Hanatsuki Inoue’s emotionally rich vocals beautifully convey the bittersweetness and loneliness of summer.
It’s a perfect song to listen to while looking out at the sea.
Recommended for those who want to reflect on past memories or sink into a sentimental mood on a summer evening.
WHAT A DAY！MABU
This is a track by MABU, who, after gaining experience as a dancer and rapper, debuted under LDH led by EXILE’s HIRO in 2019.
In the music video, a beach and blue sky—perfect for summer—fill the screen, and the more you watch, the more you’ll feel the summer vibes.
His performance, which draws on his career so far, is a must-see! He’s one of the artists to watch right now.
FLY AGAIN 2019MAN WITH A MISSION
A rock band that suddenly appeared on the Japanese music scene and is now hugely popular, even providing theme songs for TV dramas: MAN WITH A MISSION.
They’re a massive hit at summer festivals around the country, and this early smash hit of theirs is a staple at their live shows.
During the chorus, it’s customary for everyone to raise their hands above their heads and wave them side to side—a perfect song for summer festivals.
It really shines against the clear blue skies of August!