Songs to Listen to During Golden Week [Drive BGM and Relaxing Day-Off Tunes]

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Golden Week, the long holiday from late April to early May.

Many of you probably look forward to it every year, right? It’s a precious time to refresh yourself—going on trips or taking a drive a little farther than usual.

However, going out means travel time, and during the holidays the roads get terribly congested…

So in this article, we’re introducing songs perfect for Golden Week to accompany your drive.

They work great as BGM while you’re on the move, and there are also tracks that let you fully soak in the holiday mood, so be sure to check them out!

Songs to Listen to During Golden Week [Drive BGM and Relaxing Day-Off Tunes] (71–80)

Tattayuzu

Yuzu - Tatta

Tattayuzu

It was released in 2017 as a digital-only single by Yuzu.

The song was chosen as the 2017 theme for Fuji TV’s variety show “Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!” and features the “Tatta Dance,” choreographed by world-renowned dancer Kent Mori, which the show’s cast and Yuzu dance to together.

It’s a playful track whose gentle yet powerful lyrics encourage listeners, making it a notable song to watch for its message as well.

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DriveKetsumeishi

Drive

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Ketsumeishi’s classic track “Drive” feels open and pleasant—a song that, when you listen to it while driving a car or riding a motorcycle, lifts your mood and puts you in even higher spirits.

As we move past winter into Golden Week, when it’s perfect for touring on a bike, this feels like the ideal anthem to make those special moments even more exciting.

Its snappy rhythm is excellent, and it’s a number you can enjoy with a liberating feeling, like a refreshing breeze.

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Murakami Shinpei

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HAPPYSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE / HAPPY

HAPPYSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

Released in 2017 as the 21st single by Sandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE.

It was chosen as the theme song for the Nippon TV Saturday drama “Super Salaryman Mr.

Saenai.” The lyrics carry the message: “Shake off all the negativity hidden in your heart, let’s have fun together and be happy, and carve out our future!” It’s a disco-style, high-energy track that everyone can sing and dance to.

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Our Futureieiri reo

Leo Ieiri - “Our Future” (Full Ver.)

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It was released in 2016 as Leo Ieiri’s 12th single.

The song was written specifically as the theme for the NTV drama “Omukae Desu.” Its hopeful lyrics and grand choral work make a strong impression.

It’s a positive song that lifts your spirits.

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SUNHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – SUN (Official Video)

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Gen Hoshino’s “SUN” was released in 2015.

The string arrangement buoyantly lifts the entire track, making you want to swing your arms wide and break into a lively step.

Its pop feel heightens that “I’m going to enjoy this long-awaited day off to the fullest!” mood.

Even people who usually struggle to get up and tend to oversleep somehow wake up feeling refreshed on their days off, don’t they?

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In conclusion

With music that gets you excited, even the Golden Week traffic jams are a breeze! And if you’re planning to chill at home, spending time with your favorite songs will make your holiday even more fulfilling. Wishing you a wonderful long weekend.