[Standard] A Collection of Songs You Want to Listen to While Driving—Tunes You'll Find Yourself Humming
What kind of music do you play when you go for a drive? On the highway, you want tracks that pump you up, and when cruising through the night scenery, you might prefer something with a moodier vibe.
The perfect BGM changes depending on your companion, the scene, and how you feel that day.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended tracks to listen to while driving! If you read to the end, you’re sure to find at least one song you’ll want to add to your playlist.
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[Classic Picks] Songs You Want to Listen to While Driving—A Collection of Tunes You Can’t Help but Sing Along To (111–120)
Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio
Tamio Okuda brings us the perfect song for a season when a refreshing breeze flows gently by.
Set to a lively rhythm and expansive melody, this piece captures the feeling of racing down a free, unrestricted road, brimming with liberation and positivity.
Released in June 1996, it reached No.
4 on the Oricon weekly charts and stayed on the charts for 16 weeks.
It was also used in a Nissan commercial and as a TV program theme, winning fans across generations.
Whether you’re driving enveloped in the warmth of spring or setting out on a new path, this song will be a reassuring companion.
[Classic] A roundup of songs you want to listen to while driving—music you'll find yourself humming (121–130)
Wake Me UpAvicii
From Avicii, who is undeniably leading the EDM scene and not to be forgotten, here’s this track.
It features vocals and is very pleasant to listen to, and when the chorus hits, a full-on EDM dance beat explodes.
The dynamics of the song are well-crafted, making it a perfect choice for a drive.
Full driveKANA-BOON
This is KANA-BOON’s most hype song.
If you listen to it while driving, you might get so pumped up you could cause an accident.
It feels like it packs in everything that’s great about off-beat rhythms.
Just like the title says, it lets you go “full drive” into the beyond.
Deadman’s Galaxy DaysTHEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT
From TMGE, also known as THEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT—the garage rock band that represents Japan—this later-period hit is perfect for a drive.
The late Futoshi Abe’s guitar riff screaming from the intro is striking, but above all, Yusuke Chiba’s vocals sound undeniably cool throughout.
Trace OrionUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
A wistful, beautiful song you’ll want to play on repeat during a night drive.
It makes you want to listen under a sky full of stars—ideally with your girlfriend.
The tempo is upbeat, the bassline is mesmerizing, and the guitar solo is a must-hear.
Seesaw Game ~A Brave Love Song~Mr.Children
It’s a classic Mr.Children song that depicts the romantic push-and-pull of students.
The chorus melody feels somehow nostalgic and brings back memories of those days in love.
It’s a track you’ll want to play on a drive with the close friend who once was your rival in love—sure to get the reminiscences flowing.
Jumping Jack FlashThe Rolling Stones
From the hard rock legends, The Rolling Stones, here’s a track that evokes the feeling of driving.
It was also used in a drama starring SMAP’s Takuya Kimura, which made it instantly famous.
This shows how rock music resonates across the world, regardless of generation.