Girls’ band summer tunes: Recommended summer songs you’ll want to hear in summer [2026]
Every year, as summer approaches, countless summer songs are released across all genres.
Everyone has their own memorable summer tunes and favorite summer tracks.
This article highlights classic “summer songs” by all-female bands—girls’ bands—that are essential for the season.
In addition to timeless staples loved from the Showa and Heisei eras, it also features songs by up-and-coming bands released in the Reiwa era and beyond, so be sure to check it out if you want to discover the latest summer anthems!
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Girls' band summer tunes. Recommended summer songs to listen to in summer [2026] (21–30)
Happy EndingSHISHAMO
A three-piece rock band, SHISHAMO.
Their song “Happy End” is a summer tune you can’t resist, with vocalist-guitarist Asako Miyazaki delivering heartbreakingly poignant lyrics.
Overall, it’s a simple pop-rock track, but the must-hear moment is when it shifts in the middle into a section that strums guitars drenched in deep echo and distortion, like shoegaze.
The vocals are heavily echoed, too, giving that part a surreal, floating-in-the-sky sensation.
From there, the way it returns to the main, poppy chorus feels incredibly satisfying to listen to!
Lost SeaSplit End
It’s a rock number packed tight with feelings of parting, one that really pierces the heart.
It’s a track by the Nara-based band Split End, released as a single in 2018.
The unadorned sound, melody, and vocals are so straightforward that even calling them “straightforward” feels almost redundant—they really grab you.
Yet it’s distinctly catchy, leaving a calming impression as you listen.
If you play it when you’re heartbroken and down, or weighed down by loneliness, it’s sure to stay by your side.
Sama-Love Expressthe peggies
This song by the peggies, perfect for the refreshing season, is an up-tempo track that feels like turning the soaring excitement of summer into music.
The dynamic drum beats and catchy guitar riffs stick in your ears, giving it an addictive quality that hooks you after just one listen.
Released in July 2018, its music video was filmed at a long-established Western antiquarian bookstore in Jimbocho owned by Kitazawa’s family.
It makes any summer drive or moment by the sea even more enjoyable.
It’s great not only to listen to in your room, but also at fun spots with friends!
Fireworks scatter over this river,Яeal
Fireworks in summer and past romance…
it’s a theme that clicks into place like a perfect puzzle.
It’s a song by the Osaka-based rock band Яeal, included on their 2014 mini-album “Change Your ЯeaL.” A cool rock tune featuring a striking, fast-paced sound arrangement.
The lyrics, however, capture a poignant world view, recalling the scene of fireworks once watched together with someone dear.
The storyline of “wanting to see them but being unable to” evokes the feeling of summer’s end.
short nightnakigoto
This song weaves together the sweltering sleepless nights of summer with a longing to spend more time with someone you love.
Created by the band Nakigoto, it’s included on their major-label debut EP “Magic Hour,” released in July 2025.
It was selected as the theme song for MBS’s Drama Tokku series “Ayaka-chan Is in Love with Senior Hiroko: 2nd Stage.” The lyrics distill a pure wish—“I want this moment to last forever”—which serves not only as an expression of romantic feeling, but also as a message from the two members of Nakigoto, who hope that the precious time with their fans can be eternal.
Those layered lyrics just might bring a tear to your eye.
Heat-Colored StarmineRoselia
Roselia’s songs, which evoke the exhilaration of summer, captivate with their moving harmonies.
Yukina Minato’s vocals lead listeners into a passionate world, while Rinko Shirokane’s delicate touch adds color to melody lines that light up the night sky like fireworks, leaving a deep impression on the listener’s heart.
The lyrics, reminiscent of the thrill of love, are perfect for warm summer nights and heighten the anticipation of romance.
Released in August 2017, the track reached No.
3 on the Oricon Daily Ranking.
With each new season, there’s something fresh to discover—how wonderful is that.
I highly recommend it as a song to accompany your summer memories!
Summer at 16the peggies
This work has a mysterious atmosphere that draws you into its fantastical lyrics.
It’s a track by the popular band the peggies, also known for handling the ending theme of the anime Sarazanmai, and it’s included on their 2012 mini-album “Peggies no Ongen.” Centered around a bass tone that resonates with delicate lines, it constructs a worldview that could be called dreamlike.
It’s so pleasant you can keep listening forever.
If you want to soak in a nostalgic mood on a summer night, this is the one for you.