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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August 888 — This is way too much summerrisaitaruzu
This is a song that instantly amps up the summer vibe.
Created by Recitals, a unit that sprang from the popular YouTuber group Tokai On Air, this track is packed with a catchy melody that makes your heart dance and playful word choices that are pure fun.
It’s like painting a picture of an endless summer—you can almost see the glittering scenes unfold before your eyes.
Released in August 2022, the song was also chosen as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “Zenryoku! Datsuryoku Times” from August to September 2022.
Whether you’re on a summer drive, hanging out at the beach, or firing up a barbecue, this track will take your excitement to the next level.
Add it to your playlist and soak up the summer!
A voice that calls summerSizuk/Shunryu
This is a refreshing, fast-paced summer song from Sizuk, a music project by Shunryu, a creator active in anime and idol songs.
The track’s central theme is a “youth song where you can hear summer,” and both the sound and the lyrics convey the exhilarating feeling of youth associated with the season.
A major highlight is the vocals by kotoha, who is also active as a member of Haconiwa Lilliy; her resonant voice, which carries a positive image, enhances the youthful atmosphere.
With its driving sound and lyrics that paint scenes of youth, the song vividly conveys the sense of fully enjoying summertime.
Cool songs to listen to in summer: A collection of music to help you cool down (31–40)
Every time summer comesatarayo
Atarayo, a three-piece band that captivates fans with its lyrical worldview under the tagline “a band that feeds on sorrow.” The track Natsu ga Kuru Tabi from their concept album Kioku no Hako features a brisk, translucent ensemble that feels wonderfully refreshing.
Its lyrics, which depict bittersweet memories that resurface with the arrival of summer, are likely to resonate with many listeners who see their own experiences reflected in them.
It’s a refreshing yet sentimental number that showcases the expressive range of their male–female twin vocals.
Summer Days and Your VoiceChouCho
It’s a summer song that sings of a love that’s pure, straightforward, and sweetly bittersweet.
Sung by ChouCho, the singer known for “piece of youth,” it was used as the opening theme for the anime Glasslip and was released as a single in 2014.
The refreshing melody matches her bright, clear vocals, making it a pleasure to listen to.
How about taking a walk on a summer day when a cool breeze is blowing, with this song in your ears?
Transparent SummerMIMI
This piece captures the transparency of summer.
Summer isn’t just about heat.
The lyrics that make you look forward to summer are, I think, the song’s greatest charm.
The recorder’s tone fits well, too.
The simple, light rhythm is also pleasant to listen to.
Midsummer MomentRYUSENKEI
It’s a summer song with a comfortable city pop sound.
It’s a work by RYUSENKEI, released in May 2025.
Coming about a year after the album “Illusion,” its mellow, refreshing tones vividly paint summer scenes.
The relaxed rhythm beautifully complements Sincere’s clear, translucent vocals.
Perfect for moments when you want to feel liberated, like a summer drive or a stroll by the ocean.
summer stormJenīhai
A song that lets you feel both the exhilaration and the bittersweetness of summer at the same time is “Natsuarashi.” It was released in 2021 by Jenny High, a rock band formed by multi-talented entertainers.
A refreshing melody line rings out over a driving, fast-paced rhythm.
Pay attention to the poetic lyrics that evoke the beginning of a summer romance.
Ikkyu Nakajima’s vocals, tinged with a certain sentimentality, are also deeply moving.
It’s a summer song packed with the sweet-and-sour essence of youth.
Why not give their heartfelt band sound a listen?
