Classic “summer songs” you’ll want to listen to in summer. Timeless J-pop summertime anthems perfect for summer guys and summer girls.
What kind of songs do you feel like listening to in the summer? I bet many of you want to turn up the energy with upbeat, summery tracks that get you hyped.
On the other hand, it’s also nice to enjoy songs with a calmer, chill vibe and immerse yourself in the world of the lyrics.
In this article, we’ve gathered a wide range of songs with different moods that are perfect for summer.
You’re sure to find something you want to listen to.
These are summer tunes we can recommend for any situation—beach trips, drives, barbecues, and more—so be sure to check them out to the end!
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Classic 'summer songs' perfect for listening in the summer. Timeless J-POP summer anthems best suited for summer guys and summer girls (181–190)
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Orange Spiny Club’s “Kinmokusei” is overflowing with “I love you” feelings for someone special—feelings that aren’t spoken face to face.
It was included as the B-side to their 2019 single “Binkan Shoujo.” As summer gradually comes to an end and the harsh heat begins to ease, the song depicts those intense “I love you” emotions pouring out, still vivid enough to recall the season’s blazing heat.
The stylish imagery of overlapping the fragrance of kinmokusei flowers—which begin to bloom around September as summer ends—with the person you love is wonderful.
Highly recommended for those who can’t stop their summer romance, even when the season is almost over!
Summer loveShido
SID’s summer songs mainly feature a bright tone, but they weave in touches of poignancy here and there, so you never get bored listening.
They give the impression of being on the way home after a day out.
I think the songs paint the scenes very well.
That gentle girlsupittsu
It’s a song by Spitz that was used as the theme for NHK’s morning drama series “Natsuzora.” Set against the vast nature of Hokkaido, it’s notable for its positive message and warm lyrics.
Released in June 2019, it topped many music charts.
It’s curious—there aren’t any explicitly summery words in the lyrics, yet when you close your eyes, a summer blue sky comes to mind.
That’s Spitz for you! It’s the kind of song that makes you want to see someone and be gentle.
Perfect for a drive or a relaxing time by the sea, and every listen makes your heart feel lighter.
Ohhh!!! HANABIPorunogurafiti
One of the quintessential sights of summer is fireworks, right? Maybe many of you are thinking about going to see them.
With that in mind, let me introduce “Ohhh!!! HANABI.” It’s a pop tune by PornoGraffitti that captures the butterflies of a man going out to watch fireworks with a woman.
Listening to it is sure to boost your excitement for a day out.
It also includes scenes of a festival, so you might enjoy focusing on those as well.
In any case, it’s brimming with seasonal vibes.
Scatter! Summer peopleYabai T-shatsu Yasan
This is the third digital release from the three-piece rock band Yabai T-Shirts Yasan, who are popular especially among younger generations for their comedic lyrics—like saying exactly what’s on their mind—and their high-energy live performances.
Although they’re regulars at summer festivals, this track was created as their first true summer song.
Many listeners may find themselves relating to the brutally straightforward lyrics, which run counter to the typical image of a summer anthem.
While the words lay bare honest, inward feelings about summer, the driving rock sound still evokes that liberating summer vibe.
Midsummer SunŌhara Sakurako
It was released in 2015 as Sakurako Ohara’s third solo single.
The song was used in Colopl’s “White Cat Project” TV commercial and reached No.
11 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s a youthful love song that makes you long for a heart-fluttering romance under the bright summer sun—a cute track that dives headfirst into summer.
Run! Run! Run!Ōtsuki Maki
This is Maki Otsuki’s “Run! Run! Run!”, which was the ending theme for the popular anime One Piece from July 2000 to March 2001.
She has since changed the spelling of her name to Maki Otsuki.
The song perfectly matches the image of One Piece’s adventure.
Above all, it has a driving sense of speed—like a summer song that makes you feel a refreshing breeze even in the heat.
