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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Refreshing songs to listen to in summer: A roundup of cool-down music (41–50)
CALL ME IN YOUR SUMMERSHE IS SUMMER
SHE IS SUMMER is a solo project by MICO, the former vocalist of phenotas, and it’s gradually gaining popularity.
With “Summer” in both the artist name and the song title, this track is truly perfect for the season.
It has a mature vibe that makes you want to listen at night.
Cool songs to listen to in summer: a roundup of music to help you cool down (51–60)
Since it’s summer anyway, why not try getting worn out?mashinomi
This is a song released in 2018 by Mashinomi, a female singer-songwriter who has been gaining popularity.
Her songs are known for being pop while often carrying a certain sense of poignancy.
This track, too, pairs a lively, summery vibe with a pop sound, yet includes moments that tighten your chest with emotion.
Bewitch it4na
You might have heard this stylish-sounding track somewhere before.
That’s because it was featured in the Home Tutor Try commercial, “If Summer Were Youth.” Despite the song’s sleek, cool vibe, the lyrics—set against a summer backdrop—carry a passionate message like “Let’s spend our time so we leave no regrets.” If you listen while reading all the lyrics, I think you’ll get a different impression, so give it a try.
SummertimeFIVE NEW OLD
A gem of a summer tune that beautifully captures memories of summer and the stirrings of romance.
Its sweet melody—blending wistfulness with excitement—and lyrics that vividly depict summer days leave a strong impression.
Included on the album “MUSIC WARDROBE,” released in April 2021, the music video—expressing both a sense of confinement and liberation—also drew attention.
It’s an emotional track that accompanies those special summer moments with someone dear, like seaside dates and summer festivals, adding a memorable page to your season.
to youMONGOL800
Summer is the perfect season to accomplish something.
In summer, your feelings burst forth along with the heat.
You—the one who makes me want to hurl those feelings straight at that special someone.
This song, which speaks for the feelings you keep hidden, gives courage to those who listen.
A bit emotionally unstable? …SummerOCHA NORMA
OCHA NORMA is a 10-member idol group whose name comes from the concept of “becoming a new-generation standard that brings joy to living rooms across the nation.” Their song “A Bit Emotionally Unstable? …Summer,” included on their 3rd single, is a track written by singer-songwriter Kōmi Hirose.
The lyrics, brimming with anticipation for the hot season, are sure to make drives and vacations even more exciting.
It’s a cute, up-tempo tune with Latin-tinged arrangements that’s perfect for 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.
