[The Last Fireworks] An Emotive Song to Listen to at Summer’s End [2026]
Summer is a season that makes us feel open and free, partly because of the high temperatures, and it’s also a time full of fun events.
But maybe because of that, don’t you sometimes feel a bit sentimental when summer comes to an end?
In this article, we’ve gathered a selection of emotional songs perfect for listening at summer’s end, when you’re prone to feeling a little wistful.
We’ve picked out songs to look back on this summer, songs that let you reminisce about a fleeting summer romance from the past, and even plenty of tracks that sing about the last fireworks of the season.
Find a song that connects with your own summer memories.
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[Last Fireworks] Emo Songs to Listen to at the End of Summer [2026] (111–120)
it’s okayLANA
A song that stands out for its vocals, which blend clarity with strength.
The lyrics, singing of the bittersweet feelings of a love at summer’s end, truly resonate.
The gentle tones of the acoustic guitar bring out the beauty of LANA’s voice.
Released in August 2024, this track is included on LANA’s latest EP, “19.5.” With a strong message centered on the importance of accepting yourself as you are, it’s a song that could support those struggling with self-acceptance.
Perfect for a drive or a walk as you look back on summer memories.
I can hear a voice.Mukai Taichi
Taichi Mukai’s “Koe ga Kikoeru” is perfect for that moment when summer gradually gives way to autumn’s refreshing breeze.
It’s included on the EP “27,” released digitally in 2019.
It’s a pure love song brimming with the feelings that come when love begins—wanting to know more about the person you like, wanting to talk about all kinds of things.
Recommended for those who, at summer’s end, are ready to move from a heat-dazed romance to something fresh and breezy.
The charm of this track is that instead of expressing the giddy thrill of love as-is, it dresses those emotions up stylishly and with a touch of emo.
ClearSakamoto Maaya
The song that snaps me out of that end-of-summer melancholy is Maaya Sakamoto’s “CLEAR.” Released in 2018, it was used as the opening theme for the anime Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card.
The lyrics are by Maaya Sakamoto, with composition by Yoshiki Mizuno of Ikimonogakari.
When you’re feeling the sadness of summer’s end, it’s easy to feel hesitant about making a fresh start in the fall.
But this song sweeps away those sentimental feelings and fills the new season with excitement.
It’s an emo track in the best sense—one that turns hazy emotions into forward momentum!
Always, the two of usieiri reo
The song that sets the stage for a dramatic end to summer is Leo Ieiri’s “Zutto, Futari de” (“Always, the Two of Us”).
Released in 2017, it was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Even If You Loved Me, I Have a Secret.” It’s a love-filled ballad that sings of the belief that no matter how many weaknesses or dark pasts we carry, we’ll be okay as long as we live together.
The depiction of love on a grand scale—and the beautifully expansive melody that matches it—leave a lasting impression.
If you’re lamenting the lonely end of summer, this song will gently warm your heart with its tender love.
You are the summer breeze.Bocchi
A heartwarming song by Bocchi that gently wraps you in the bittersweet feelings of summer’s end.
Its breezy, refreshing melody and lyrics woven with youthful memories leave a strong impression.
It beautifully balances nostalgia for the season that has passed with anticipation for the one to come.
Released in June 2024 and highly acclaimed by fans, this track is perfect for reminiscing about summer.
Listen to it during a twilight drive or while sharing quiet moments with friends, and it will weave another unforgettable page of summer into your heart.
Let’s meet at the beach.Laura day romance
An emo song by Laura day romance that you’ll want to listen to at the end of summer.
Released in August 2024, this track has a unique charm that captures the lingering afterglow of lost love.
Its intricate rhythms and Hanatsuki Inoue’s emotionally rich vocals beautifully convey the poignancy and loneliness of summer.
Following their previous release, which earned power-play rotation on FM stations nationwide, this much-anticipated track stands out with Laura day romance’s signature twin vocals and a sound infused with psychedelic elements.
The lyrics, which feel like a promise to reunite with a former lover, linger in the heart.
It’s perfect for listening at summer dusk while gazing out at the sea.
RomanticismMrs. GREEN APPLE
There are probably many people who aren’t fond of the hot summer and have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of autumn.
For you, I recommend Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s “Romanticism.” It’s a refreshing song that’s perfect for the start of fall, with a moving melody.
The music video features lots of fashionable outfits, which perfectly matches the autumn vibe when layering becomes fun.
