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 (51–60)
cool summerimie
A Japanese-style song by imie that evokes beautiful summer scenery.
Released in August 2020, it later became the title track of the album “Reika.” Hatsune Miku’s clear vocals conjure cool, summery memories.
The gentle melody and intricate arrangement weave a sonic world that feels like a summer evening at dusk.
It’s the perfect track for moments when you want to savor the bittersweet passing of the seasons or quietly sink into your memories at night.
Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya
This song paints memories of youth that are as refreshing and bittersweet as a summer sky.
Tatsuya Kitani released it in July 2023.
It was chosen as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen and received a Special Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards.
The cool, refreshing melody and lyrics that weave together the pure relationships unique to adolescence, along with regret and a sense of loss, vividly awaken memories everyone has experienced.
It’s a perfect song to sing in an air-conditioned karaoke room on a hot summer day while reminiscing about the past.
Magic of a Summer Nightindigo la End
Like a sparkler blooming in the summer night sky, this song shines for a moment and leaves a faintly bittersweet afterglow.
Included on indigo la End’s single “Kanashiku Naru Mae ni,” released in June 2015, it portrays the fragile yet beautiful magic of love that can only be born in the special setting of a summer night.
From the lyrics, you can feel the protagonist’s aching emotions—knowing it’s “only for this night,” yet unable to suppress growing feelings—which makes it hard not to empathize as you listen.
Enon Kawatani’s delicate vocals perfectly match that sentimental summer-night mood.
It’s a great pick for a summer drive soundtrack or when you want to sing a gentle summer song at karaoke, so give it a listen!
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 collection of music to cool down (61–70)
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.