Cool songs to listen to in summer: a roundup of music to help you cool down
What kind of songs do you feel like listening to when summer comes?
When we think of summer songs, the usual image is bright, heated themes like the blazing sun, the sea, and romance.
But since summer brings a string of hot days, some of you might be thinking, “I want to listen to songs that make me feel even a little cooler…”
So in this article, I’ll introduce songs—based on their sound, lyrics, and overall vibe—that feel refreshing and can cool you down a bit!
I’ve selected a wide range of tracks, so please try listening to a variety of them.
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Cool songs to listen to in summer: A collection of music to help you cool down (71–80)
A Summer of Ephemeraparuradooru.
Summer has a fun image, but it’s also a season that somehow makes you feel nostalgic, isn’t it? This track packs that summer nostalgia into its sound, and just listening to it fills you with a wistful feeling.
It would be perfect for a seaside drive with this song playing.
Since the season fades away like bubbles, let’s make as many memories as we can.
Flowing voicemei-chan
A song that captures the fleeting feeling of summer’s end and the brilliance of youth.
Mei-chan’s clear, transparent vocals are striking and resonate deeply with listeners.
It features fizzy, soda-like tones and sounds that evoke a sparkling blue ocean.
Released in August 2023, it was written as the theme song for the drama “Our School Broadcast.” This marks Mei-chan’s first theme song for a serialized drama.
The lyrics, which bridge beautiful memories of the past with hopes for the future, express the youth that couldn’t be experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic.
It’s perfect for making summer memories, and is highly recommended as background music for beach or riverside outings and for driving.
Coco☆NatsuMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto
Packed with classic summertime vibes, this song practically makes you want to dash to the ocean the moment you hear it, doesn’t it? The rhythm feels like a sea breeze, and the phrases evocative of tropical fruit really stand out.
The lyrics, full of youthful spirit and a sense of adventure—like mustering the courage to buy a bikini or having a blast at a summer festival—are part of its charm.
Combined with Momoiro Clover Z’s high-energy performance, it delivers cheer and smiles to listeners.
Released in November 2010, it’s a great pick whenever you’re craving a taste of summer.
Perfect for a beach party with friends or a laid-back solo day.
It’s sure to amp up your summer!
Cool songs to listen to in summer: A collection of music to cool down (81–90)
sound of rainKokoro Ōkushon
A song by Cocoro Auction themed around summer rain, featuring a husky yet refreshingly gentle singing voice that’s truly captivating.
The words scattered throughout the lyrics carry a sense of wistfulness, enhancing the overall bittersweet atmosphere.
Pay close attention to the poetic lyrics that tell the story of the two people’s relationship through the motif of rain.
The mid-tempo rock ballad arrangement overflows with the fleeting quality unique to summer, and listening to this track is sure to give your heart a tight squeeze.
summer rainchūberōzu
Doesn’t summer rain make you feel a bit nostalgic? Tuberose’s “Overdrive” is a rock number themed around that very summer rain, blending emotion with nostalgia.
Its clear, shimmering guitar tones resonate in your heart and bring back all kinds of memories.
It’s the kind of song you’ll want to listen to while taking it easy indoors on a rainy day.
Summer Love Sensationmakaroni enpitsu
A song that dazzlingly portrays the midsummer sun and the fluttering hearts of youth.
It’s packed with a snapshot of adolescence where summer hallmarks—crisp, dry air, towering cumulonimbus clouds, the buzz of cicadas—blend with a youthful spirit of challenge.
The dynamic sound and the scene of someone determined to enjoy summer to the fullest, even while fussing over a slightly askew yukata, are sure to resonate with teens and early twenty-somethings.
A straightforward tale of young love—truly a perfect pop tune for summer.
Feel Fine!Kuraki Mai
Mai Kuraki often has a moist, mellow image suited to spring or autumn.
But in this song, you’ll meet a totally different Mai—brimming with the freshness of summer! Just like the lyric “I can feel fine Everybody!”, if you listen and ride the rhythm, everyone will feel energized! Summer is a season to spend joyfully and full of vitality—so when that time comes, turn up this track and get pumped!
