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 roundup of music to help you cool down (21–30)
Blues in the Closetzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
This song features an enticing blend of jazz and pop.
It was used as an insert track for the film “Even If You Like Me or Hate Me, You’re Contrarian,” and drew attention with a special collaboration PV released in June 2024.
The lyrics portray emotional complexity and inner conflict, making it a deeply resonant piece that slowly seeps into your heart as you listen.
As with other songs by Zutomayo (Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni.), it’s characterized by a soothing melody and profound lyrics.
This track might be perfect for those slightly lonely moments at a summer dusk.
The lyrics, which depict a heart swayed by the wind, are sure to strike a chord with you.
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 shelterŌgami Mio
A nostalgic rock number that seems to distill the bittersweetness of summer’s end.
Its subtly ephemeral mood is captivating, inviting you to reflect on days gone by.
This track was released in advance from the second album “My Sparkle,” due out in August 2025, and drew attention for its stellar lineup, including Do As Infinity’s Ryo Owatari on guitar.
It sings of life’s journey of repeated partings and reunions, a quiet resolve to set out again after a brief rest.
Mio Ookami’s gentle yet steadfast vocals deepen the world of the song even further.
Give it a listen when you want to step away from the noise and sink into your thoughts.
Pineapple JuiceINI
A languid yet comfortable groove invites you on a never-ending tropical vacation—this is city pop at its finest.
Featured on the album “THE ORIGIN,” releasing in June 2025.
Member Yufeng Fan contributes to the lyrics for the first time, crafting a theme of a “sweet-and-sour summer,” capturing those moments whole—like sipping a juice—brimming with fresh, vivid feelings.
Perfect for summer drives or for lifting your mood on a hot day! Put this track on and turn everyday life into a refreshing vacation.
Summer Darlingchay
From the very start, the song has a great tempo and a lively groove that feels like it could help you power through the midsummer heat—a must-listen for girls and a classic summer hype track.
Chay’s clear, pure vocals seem like they could blow away the blazing sun.
Invite someone on a drive with a song like this, and your summer romance might just go perfectly.