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 (91–100)
VOICEPerfume
It’s a song characterized by an oriental melody, giving off a cool, summery vibe that feels refreshing.
It’s been performed at live shows and festivals, and it’s the kind of feel-good track that makes you imagine a pleasant breeze even in the summer heat.
Highly recommended for summer drives or outings.
Natsumikan (summer tangerine)Aether_Eru
This track features a samba rhythm that evokes the summer sea.
The opening effect, like tuning a radio, gives it a resort vibe and a summer vacation feel.
The lyrics tell a love story that begins by the seaside.
Just like the title suggests, it’s sweet and a little bittersweet.
Summer has come.COM1
This track sticks in your ears with its bold use of synthesizer sounds.
Its upbeat tempo, packed with the excitement of summer, lifts your spirits just by listening.
Hatsune Miku’s vocals combined with the dance-music-style synth bass create a uniquely exhilarating feeling.
summer daysKuukaigetsu
A Latin-style technopop with delightful waves of distinctive sounds.
Released on June 28, 2015.
It breezily sings about a girl’s everyday life—like falling in love with a guy she sees pedaling a bicycle in front of the station, or being moved to tears by the blueness of the sky.
Evening Fireworks
When it comes to cooling off in summer, it’s got to be fireworks! The music video is adorable, and this song is recommended for those who don’t have time to set off fireworks themselves.
The left-right panned guitars, synths, and piano are exceptionally well balanced, making it a very high-quality piece of music.
RAINSEKAI NO OWARI
A refreshing song that brings to mind a rainbow after a summer shower.
It’s the kind of music that quietly, gently lifts your spirits.
Perfect for a summer day when your heart feels a little tired.
Overall, it has a tender, soft atmosphere, and it’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you want to move forward step by step without pushing yourself.
Like when we first metEvery Little Thing
The clear, transparent voice of vocalist Kaori Mochida makes even the sweltering summer feel refreshing.
The sea in the music video is especially striking—it was filmed on Miyako Island in Okinawa.
Summer romances can make your heart race like magic, so listening to this song makes me want to fall in love in the summertime.