The allure of surf music: a supreme healing space lured by the ocean’s tones

Rising SunSPiCYSOL

SPiCYSOL – Rising Sun(MV)

SPiCYSOL is a band whose name means “stimulating sun.” They are a group with the theme of surf beat music, and their charm lies in their refreshing sound that blends not only surf music but also reggae, rock, and hip-hop.

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WATARU / 「HAWAII」 MV

This is WATARU, an artist who started surfing in elementary school and has made it a lifestyle along with music.

The song has a vibe that sits between reggae and surf music, and, as the title suggests, it’s themed around Hawaii.

I’ll be thereKōda Kumi

Kumi Koda / I’ll be there (from the album “SUMMER of LOVE”)

“I’ll be there” is a song included on Kumi Koda’s single “4 hot wave,” released in July 2006, and it was used in a Shiseido Sea Breeze commercial.

The CD ranked second on the Oricon weekly chart.

Life is Tripykeison

Life is Tripy / Keison

It’s not just his rugged, dashing looks—his gentle melodies and low, raspy, cool voice in his acoustic performances give me chills.

Listening to him when I’m working or tired is soothing.

He’s based around Shizuoka, and I once heard him perform a Japanese cover of Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” live; it moved me deeply.

I fell in love with his voice and charm, which even surpassed the original for me.

With a guitar and surfboard in hand, he performs live not only across Japan but around the world—in Taiwan, Australia, Hawaii, Bali, Spain, Africa, and more.

His voice resonates globally and is utterly captivating.

Wake up!AAA

AAA / 「Wake up!」Music Video

It’s a single released by AAA in July 2014 that appeared on the Oricon chart 14 times, peaking at No.

3.

It was used as the opening theme for the popular anime One Piece from episode 629 to episode 686.

Country RoadHirai Dai

Hirai Dai / Country Road (Lyric Video)

One of its charms is the light, buoyant feel that almost makes it sound like it’s skipping.

And Dai Hirai’s distinctive vocals really shine.

Released on May 3, 2024, this special track was unveiled to coincide with his beach festival, “HIRAIDAI presents THE BEACH TRIP 2024.” The lyrics are wonderful too, reminding you that just being alive has value, and they make you feel like, “Life is this dazzling!” It’s perfect not only when you want to relax, but also when you’re feeling a bit low on confidence.

TSUNAMIKuwatakeisukebei

TSUNAMI by Southern All Stars — Sales: 3 million copies!! Full …so is it OK? ~Full! Karaoke?~ Cover~ TSUNAMI — Southern All Stars

One of Southern All Stars’ signature songs, it was released in January 2000.

It reached No.

1 on the Oricon weekly chart a total of five times and also won the Japan Record Award.

This video is a cover version by Kuwatake Isukesuke.