A Collection of Japanese Songs to Hype Up Your Drive [BGM]
If you like going on long drives and trips, you’ll know how important the music you listen to in the car is.
A clear sky, scenery passing by, and music that gets you pumped—just imagining it is the best, isn’t it? It really is the best.
In this article, I’ll be introducing lots of high-energy tracks that are perfect for driving.
I’ve tried to cover a wide range of genres, so if you find something you like, dig deeper from there and put together your own playlist!
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Japanese Songs to Hype Up Your Drive [BGM] (31–40)
Traffic JamSPiCYSOL
This song is a love track inspired by the traffic jams on National Route 134 in Shonan.
Featuring an upbeat rhythm and refreshing melody, it stands as a signature piece that embodies SPiCYSOL’s “Surf Beat Music” concept.
It was released digitally in advance in May 2019 and later included on the EP EASY-EP in August of the same year.
The song received power-play rotations on more than 17 radio stations nationwide and has been embraced by many listeners as the perfect soundtrack for summer drives.
Give it a listen for seaside drive dates or trips to Shonan with friends!
Easy come, easy goFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE
FANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE is a dance and vocal group that made its major debut in 2018.
“Easy come, easy go,” included on their 13th single “PANORAMA JET,” features aggressive playing by Seiji Kameda—known as the bassist for Tokyo Jihen—that adds a sharp accent to the ensemble.
The contrast between the transparent string sound and the tight band sound alone is enough to lift your spirits.
It’s a refreshing, upbeat tune whose straightforward message stirs the heart.
RIDE TOUGH!THE BAWDIES
THE BAWDIES are a rock band known for their authentic rock sound, earning high praise from critics.
With Beatles-like looks and a loud musical style as their weapons, they’ve garnered strong acclaim from hardcore rock fans.
Their new track is “RIDE TOUGH!” Its genuine rock sound feels like listening to Western music, and every part of the song is crafted with true authenticity.
Be sure to check it out.
Vanilla Skyw.o.d.
w.o.d is a three-piece rock band whose name is an abbreviation of “webbing off duckling,” meaning “a duckling that can’t swim.” Their digital single Vanilla Sky, released on April 13, 2022, features sentimental lyrics that evoke feelings for a former lover.
The ensemble, highlighting lyrical guitar sounds and a driving beat, makes for perfect background music to liven up a car ride.
It’s a rock tune with a nostalgic atmosphere—airy yet sharply edged.
MoonlightspeedMidnight Grand Orchestra
Midnight Grand Orchestra is a music unit formed by popular creators—VTuber Suisei Hoshimachi and composer TAKU INOUE.
Their song “Moonlightspeed,” written specifically for MOS BURGER’s “Tsukimi Focaccia” commercial, leaves a lasting impression with its floaty feel and spacious ensemble.
The driving beat and cool vocals are sure to elevate your workouts or drives.
With its refreshing melody and crystal-clear vibe, it’s a pop tune that will have you singing along.
Japanese Songs to Hype Up Your Drive [BGM] (41–50)
InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE
A rock number that unleashes the intensity of blazing flames, with exhilarating guitar sounds and overwhelming vocals! Released in July 2019 as the opening theme for the anime Fire Force, this track is loved as one of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s signature songs.
Its lyrics—resonating with those who, despite anxiety and restlessness, wish to keep moving forward—are perfectly matched with its energetic sound.
Put it on your speakers during a long drive, and you’ll feel a refreshing rush that makes the travel time something to look forward to.
DriveWANIMA
Riding on a high-velocity, exhilarating sound, this gem of a rock number sings of the strength and resolve to keep moving forward.
The track WANIMA created portrays an attitude of accepting past failures and setbacks while using them as fuel to sprint into the future.
With straightforward feelings and down-to-earth words, the lyrics stand by those wrestling with doubt and anxiety, giving them a gentle push forward.
Released in May 2018, the song was written as the theme for the film OVER DRIVE, which opened in June of the same year, marking the band’s first movie tie-in.
It’s the perfect track for long drives, for times when you need to fire yourself up, or when you’re about to take a new step forward.