[July Karaoke Songs] Carefully selected summer classics and popular Japanese summer hits!

In the Blueikimonogakari

Ikimonogakari “In the Blue” (Mitsuya Cider theme song) Music Video

A brisk, refreshing uptempo tune.

It portrays a coming-of-age story about a young person who, while cherishing encounters and bonds with friends, discovers their true self—imbued with the down-to-earth message characteristic of Ikimonogakari.

From March 2024, it has also been used in commercials as the theme song commemorating the 140th anniversary of Asahi Soft Drinks’ Mitsuya Cider, and it was released as a double A-side single together with Harubaru!, the opening theme for the TV anime Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin.

It’s the perfect track for karaoke with friends under the summer blue sky, or whenever you want a refreshing change of pace.

Naughty Sunorenji renji

ORANGE RANGE “Ikenai Taiyō” Music Video

A youthful pop tune that vividly portrays a passionate summer romance.

ORANGE RANGE’s playful spirit blends with a mixture-rock sound to boldly depict an adult love affair.

Set to a melody with a retro vibe, the lyrics skillfully capture the push-and-pull between reason and desire.

Released in July 2007, the song was used as the opening theme for the Fuji TV drama “Hanazakari no Kimitachi e ~Ikemen Paradise~” and was also included on the album “PANIC FANCY.” It’s the perfect track for belting out at karaoke or for marking a page of youth on a hot summer day.

Full-Power BoySukima Suichi

Sukima Switch – “Zenryoku Shonen” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / Zenryoku Shonen Music Video

This is a refreshing rock number that calls for pure passion and an all-out, take-it-on attitude.

Its message—urging us to live without forgetting the innocent mindset of our youth—resonates deeply.

Released in April 2004, the track was featured in a commercial for NTT DoCoMo in the Kansai region, boosting its popularity even further.

It was later included on the album “Sora Sou Clip.” This is a song you should listen to when adulthood’s busyness wears you down and your heart feels tired.

Belt it out at karaoke, and you might just reclaim your purest self and find the resolve to take on new challenges.

Only for you, clear skiesYorushika

Yorushika – Just Clear Skies for You (MUSIC VIDEO)

A coming-of-age song that delicately portrays the end of summer and the fleeting nature of growth.

Showcasing Yorushika’s nuanced expression and shining melodies, this track appears on the mini-album “Dakara Boku wa Ongaku o Yameta” released in May 2018.

n-buna’s poetic lyrics and suis’s transparent, airy vocals blend beautifully, vividly capturing nostalgic summer scenes and the sense of loss that accompanies youth.

It’s a perfect song for when you want to look back on treasured memories or sink into a nostalgic mood.

scale (as of a fish or reptile)Hata Motohiro

Motohiro Hata – “Uroko (Scales)” Music Video

This is a youthful love song by Motohiro Hata, characterized by its translucent vocals and acoustic guitar.

It delicately depicts the inner transformation of a protagonist who hesitates to express their feelings but decides to break out of their shell and move forward with courage.

Released as a single in June 2007 and included on the album “Contrast,” this track is perfect for a karaoke outing when you want to escape the summer heat.

It’s also a gentle, uplifting anthem recommended for anyone who needs the courage to confess their feelings.