Full summer vibes! Johnny's popular summer songs
Blue skies, white sandy beaches, crystal-clear seas, and summer romance…
Listening to songs that capture the many faces of summer can’t help but lift your spirits, right? In this article, we’ve gathered summer tracks from Johnny’s groups.
From songs you often hear on TV and in commercials to hidden gems beloved by fans, we’ve picked a wide range.
Enjoy Johnny’s summer songs along with the dazzling choreography and elaborate production in their music videos.
Note: The Johnny & Associates agency changed its name in 2023.
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Full summer vibes! Johnny's popular summer songs (21–30)
Fanfare!Hey! Say! JUMP
Hey! Say! JUMP debuted in 2007 with “Ultra Music Power.” Their song “Fanfare!” is a summery, pop number that was used as the theme song for TV Asahi’s drama “Semi Otoko” and as the ending theme for the “2019 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships.” Each member’s voice has a distinct character, so it never gets boring to listen to.
The music video, where you can enjoy their blue-themed fashion, is also a must-see!
Our Great JourneyKing&Prince
A song for which C&K provided the composition, performed by King & Prince! Its exhilarating, up-tempo melody evokes an endless blue sky and a shining sun, setting listeners’ hearts dancing.
Brimming with positive energy, it feels like an anthem about stepping into an unknown journey with friends and moving forward just as your heart leads.
This track is included on the limited First Press Edition A of their third album “Re:Sense,” released in July 2021.
Play it on a summer drive or at a lively get-together with friends, and it will surely lift the mood even higher.
And when you need the courage to take a new step, it might just give you a gentle push forward.
MermaidSMAP
A song by SMAP featuring a dreamy, enchanting melody line.
The poignant lyrics evoke the feeling of listening to a tale of unrequited love with a mermaid as the protagonist, gently wrapping around the listener’s heart.
You can almost see the glittering surface of the water and hear the quiet sound of waves, and some may find that bittersweet summer memories suddenly resurface.
The track reached many ears as the theme song for the 2007 World Aquatics Championships in Melbourne, and it was first included on the album “super.modern.artistic.performance,” released in September 2008.
It’s the perfect piece for a night when you want to step away from the summer bustle and quietly lose yourself in thought.
Summer HydrangeasSexy Zone
With the departure of Marius Yo in 2022, the four-member idol group Sexy Zone embarked on a fresh start.
Their 21st single, “Natsu no Hydrangea,” written as the theme song for the TV drama “She Was Pretty,” also drew attention as a track provided by Motohiro Hata.
Its delicate ensemble, featuring acoustic guitar and strings, perfectly aligns with the bittersweet melancholy of the summer season.
It’s a sentimental number, with a wistful melody that resonates deeply in the heart.
SUMMER TIMENEWS
NEWS is an idol group that thrived in the 2000s.
Although the group saw many members leave, the classic songs they left behind are still loved by fans today.
Among their tracks, one I especially recommend is “SUMMER TIME.” It’s a bright song, but because each vocalist sings with a light touch, the whole piece comes together with a refreshing summer vibe.
It’s the perfect song to listen to while getting ready in the morning, don’t you think?
Oh Yeah!arashi
Arashi is a five-member idol group that paused group activities in 2020, yet each member has continued to thrive at the forefront of the industry.
Oh Yeah!, the opening track of their seventh studio album Time, was used as the commercial song for House Foods’ C1000 Lemon Water, in which the members also appeared.
The opening, marked by a memorable guitar riff with delay, evokes the refreshing feeling of summer.
With its exhilarating, fast-paced beat that creates a pleasant atmosphere, it’s a hidden gem among Arashi’s many well-known songs.
IN THE SUMMERarashi
Even after suspending group activities, the five-member idol group Arashi continues to shine individually.
Their 6th digital single, “IN THE SUMMER,” feels unmistakably Arashi despite most of its lyrics being in English, carrying a refreshing vibe.
The ensemble evokes summer scenes where openness and melancholy coexist, making it something you’ll want to keep listening to.
It’s a summer tune that conveys the depth of this national group—one to enjoy while dreaming of the day they reunite.