Songs you want to listen to at the end of summer: Late-summer classics to look back on the season

Doesn’t the end of summer make you feel strangely sentimental? It’s the season when the dazzling sunlight softens bit by bit and dusk comes earlier.

You feel like lingering over summer memories or spending unhurried time with someone special, don’t you? And at the farewell of summer, the music you want to hear is somehow wistful and nostalgic.

In this article, we’ll introduce lovely songs that are perfect for the end of summer—gems that seep into the heart as the seasons change.

Playlist

Songs you want to listen to at the end of summer: Late-summer classics to look back on the season
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	All of the YouthFujifaburikku		A song of bittersweet memories at summer’s end
2	Blue SummerTRACK15		Singing of a frustrating love at summer’s end
3	Harmony at Summer’s EndInoue Yosui & Anzen Chitai		A classic song that sings of the melancholy at summer’s end
4	Goodbye, Summer DaysYamashita Tatsuro		Tatsuro Yamashita’s classic song tells the story of youthful memories.
5	All of the Youthsuis from Yorushika		An inspiring cover song that sings about summer memories
6	Nagisasupittsu		A poignant Spitz classic to listen to at the end of summer
7	Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		A poignant song depicting the end of summer
8	melt summersatō moka		A fleeting love song that colors the end of summer
9	Fireworks in Augustmurasaki ima		A song that sings of the loneliness at the end of summer
10	You from that summerSugiyama Kiyotaka		An unforgettable summer memory that touches the heart
11	Blue Hawaiitota		A song that sings of a pale summer romance and feelings of frustration.
12	silver vineSato Chiaki		Chiahi Sato’s film theme song sings of summer memories
13	End of SummerYuuma		A heartwarming song that depicts Yuma’s summer memories
14	Crazy SummerKIRINJI		A late-summer classic, for a sentimental night
15	Mock youthMEGA SHINNOSUKE		At summer’s end, the fleeting melody of youth
16	cotton candyback number		A wistful song that portrays the budding feelings of love at a summer festival
17	Summer MirageWada Kanako		A classic song that portrays the wistful feelings of a summer romance
18	Rainy WednesdayOhtaki Eiichi		Eiichi Ohtaki’s summer classic, a piece of music brimming with emotion.
19	The Last Song of MidsummerAratani Shota		A bittersweet farewell song that feels like the end of summer
20	Writing down the summerrokudenashi		A song that gently weaves together memories of summer
21	Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS		The true feelings you realize at the end of summer
22	The Summer When You Were ThereMr.Children		A coming-of-age song by Mr.Children that depicts the end of summer
23	The End of SummerMoriyama Naotaro		A bittersweet love song remembered at summer’s end
24	TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu		Southern All Stars’ classic “TSUNAMI” — the heat of summer
25	You are the seaMy Hair is Bad		An iconic youth anthem that feels like the end of summer
26	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE		A classic summer song, filled with feelings for someone special.
27	beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko		Aiko’s classic song “Kabutomushi” that makes you feel the end of summer
28	fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi		A moving song that captures the end of summer: 'Fireworks'
29	BoyhoodInoue Yosui		Yosui Inoue’s classic that evokes the end of summer
30	Hello, my friendMatsutōya Yumi		A masterpiece that portrays the space between friendship and romance
31	love hotelkuriipuhaipe		The wistful echoes of a summer’s end romance
32	sea glasssutoreitenaa		A classic song by Straightener that feels like summer
33	Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi		A famous song by Ketsumeishi that sings about memories of a youthful summer
34	The End of Summeraibii karaa		A summer youth, a love story carried by fireworks
35	WILLNakajima Mika		Mika Nakashima’s “WILL”: Willpower and Summer Memories
36	planetariumOtsuka Ai		The end of summer with Ai Otsuka's 'Planetarium'
37	Love DrizzleShonan no Kaze		Shonan no Kaze’s “Koishigure,” a song that sings of the sorrow of parting
38	incredible speedandymori		The musical scene that races through the summer blue sky
39	Midsummer FruitSazan Ōrusutāzu		The appeal of Southern All Stars’ classic song “Manatsu no Kajitsu” (Midsummer Fruit)
40	The summer you gave meieiri reo		A classic song about summer farewells and hopes for the future
41	Summer’s Lost and FoundMori Hiroto		A bittersweet love song at summer’s end
42	summer festivalWhiteberry		A classic summer festival song that resonates with the heart.
43	Summer MelancholyL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		A song of anguish and regret for the end of summer
44	Ghost of the SeaYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s “Spirits of the Sea” is perfect for the end of summer.
45	Summer FeverNatsunose		A poignant song that depicts the end of summer
46	Those summer fireworksDREAMS COME TRUE		Looking back on memories with the late-summer classic “That Summer’s Fireworks”
47	Blue BenchSasuke		Nostalgic songs I want to listen to at the end of summer
48	Goldfish FireworksOtsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s bittersweet summer love song, a popular single
49	The End of SummerAYANE		A moving song that portrays the end of summer
50	NatsuneYuuri		Yuuri’s poignant summer song “Natsune” resonates with the heart.
51	Peace to the SunLittle Black Dress		An evocative song that captures summer memories and hope
52	summer hazeatarayo		A song that expresses summer memories and sorrow
53	Summer HornsInagaki Junichi		Summer memories, singing of loneliness and happiness
54	August Is My Namekururi		Quruli's wistful, nostalgic melody
55	Signs of autumnofukōsu		Off Course's autumn classic, a heartrending love
56	shutteraiko		Memories of summer, the bittersweet pain of parting, and hope
57	sunflowerFukuyama Masaharu		“Himawari” is a poignant masterpiece by Masaharu Fukuyama.
58	Summer loverSHISHAMO		A heartbreaking love ballad by SHISHAMO that tightens the chest
59	Magic of a Summer Nightindigo la End		A wistful glow like the magic of a summer night
60	rosemarykimi to bando		A bittersweet summer memory melody of youth
61	Magic hourRyokushokushakai		A summer love song that layers fireworks with feelings of romance
62	The Whereabouts on August 31furenzu		Depicting a poignant love at the end of summer
63	Summer EndKoresawa		Koresawa’s bittersweet end-of-summer song
64	tear(s)Marushii		A heart-touching song that portrays the bittersweet pain of heartbreak
65	Cold fireworksKami ga nokoshita yume o kuu.		At summer’s end, singing of a frustrating heartbreak
66	Ephemeral SummerTakeuchi Anna		A soothing song that sings of a fleeting love at summer’s end
67	Shangri-Lanishina		Nishina’s new summer song, “Poetry of the Stars.”
68	The End of the Seaaiko		“The End of the Sea” is a song about making up after a fight.
69	Night journeyYorushika		A song that expresses the bittersweet emotions of the end of summer
70	I remember youYUI		YUI’s classic songs to listen to at the end of summer
71	Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku		Autumn sunset and nostalgic music
72	bubble; foam; ephemeral (as in something short-lived)wanuka		Introducing poignant music for the end of summer
73	Late Summer (A Season for One)Arai Yumi		The end of love layered over the seasons’ scenery
74	The Summer Without YouDEEN		A masterpiece that stays by your side at summer’s end
75	Fireworks MagicAnsako		An youth anthem by Ansako that sings of summer memories
76	Chasing summer againaratayo		A nostalgic song that mourns the end of summer
77	WeakendsDef Tech		Expressing the feelings of a late-summer crush with a ukulele
78	First NightYorushika		A bittersweet song that reminisces on a summer night
79	SorlemToki Asako		The Appeal of Asako Toki’s Album “Twilight”
80	HANABIHamasaki Ayumi		Ayumi Hamasaki’s smash hit: The End of Love and Fireworks
81	maybe, surely/probably, absolutely/definitelyTakeuchi Anna		Anna Takeuchi's youth song expresses the feelings of unrequited love.
82	SUMMER ENDiri		A song that depicts the end of summer in a dreamlike way
83	Ms. SeptemberAimer		Summer Nostalgia, a RADWIMPS cover song sung by Aimer
84	Sentimental Ghost feat. OkiishiNatsunose		A song that sings of the bittersweet feelings at the end of summer
85	parasolNanawo Akari		A bittersweet song about Nanaou Akari’s summer memories
86	The Swirling Summer Fermataoishikuru meronpan		A melodious track that evokes the end of summer
87	Marigoldaimyon		Aimyong’s summer classic surpasses 100 million plays
88	Blue BookmarkGalileo Galilei		The opening theme of Anohana, with the exhilaration and wistfulness of summer
89	Blue Summertime BluesZūkaraderu		Zukanederu’s summer songs are the soundtrack of youth.
90	Ephemeral FireworksKami wa saikoro o furanai		A masterpiece by Kami-Dice that sings of a bittersweet summer romance
91	Only for you, clear skiesYorushika		A heart-touching song that paints memories of summer
92	Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako		A ballad that gently accompanies Okuda Hanako’s heart
93	Baby BabyKami wa saikoro o furanai		Songs of love and hope, with the charm of a growing sound
94	End of SummerShimizu Shota		A bittersweet memory of a summer’s-end romance
95	Season in the SunTUBE		A moving masterpiece that captures the scenes of youth at summer’s end
96	Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai		A fateful encounter: a love song of two who support each other
97	Summertime CinderellaRyokushokushakai		A heartwarming song that depicts the bittersweet feelings of a summer love
98	A midsummer passing showerUtada Hikaru		A song of deep love and sorrow for someone dear
99	Song of PointillismMrs. GREEN APPLE		Thoughts and wishes within a limited time
100	HimawariBBY NABE		A sentimental song about someone dear to you
101	Sound of SummerGReeeeN		Bittersweet love music of a summer festival
102	Summer IllusionOmoinotake		Omoinotake’s bittersweet summer tune
103	as alwaysChatto Monchī		A poignant song by Chatmonchy about summer love
104	Heat haze of Augustmakaroni enpitsu		Macaroni Enpitsu’s Summer Emotion Song
105	Time, stop.Yazawa Eikichi		Eikichi Yazawa’s Shiseido commercial song “Time, Stop”
106	At the end of summerFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A late-summer song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS
107	Evening Fireworksban banzai		The musicality of the YouTuber “Banbanzai” is amazing.
108	The End of SummerHamada Shogo		Shogo Hamada’s moving end-of-summer song resonates with the heart.