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A summer song sung by a male vocalist. Summer songs that are also useful for karaoke selection.

What kind of songs do you sing when summer comes around? Don’t you feel like singing “summer songs” with lyrics that evoke the season, like the ocean, fireworks, and the blazing sun? Still, when it’s time to sing summer songs at karaoke, you might find yourself thinking, “I can’t remember any titles…” So in this article, we’ll introduce a whole selection of summer songs sung by male vocalists! They’re not only great picks for karaoke, but also perfect tracks for summer road trip BGM, so be sure to use this as a reference!

A summer song sung by a male vocalist. Summer songs useful for karaoke selection (111–120)

SUMMER TIME LOVEEXILE

EXILE, the dance and vocal group whose vocalist ATSUSHI—previously focused on solo activities—announced his return to group activities in 2022, delighting fans.

Their 24th single, “SUMMER TIME LOVE,” is a track with multiple tie-ins, including serving as the theme for Yamazaki Pan’s “Lunch Pack” commercial.

Its contrast between a lively yet passionate beat and clear, shimmering strings evokes the liberating feeling of summer.

With emotive vocals and a memorable melody, it’s a pop tune that feels like a refreshing breeze blowing through the hot season.

Summer songs sung by male vocalists. Summer songs useful for karaoke selection (121–130)

Going Going HomeH Jungle with T

H Jungle with t / Going Going Home (LIVE)
Going Going HomeH Jungle with T

A number by H Jungle with t, known for WOW WAR TONIGHT ~Tokiniha Okoseyo Movement~! H Jungle with t is a duo consisting of Downtown’s Masatoshi Hamada and Tetsuya Komuro.

This summer song they deliver is sung for that summer you want to go back to but can’t.

The lively, summery melody pairs perfectly with Hamachan’s distinctive yet earnest vocals! And this is absolutely a song that will hype everyone up when sung with a big group in the summer!

MATSURI BAYASHIKEYTALK

KEYTALK – 「MATSURI BAYASHI」 MUSIC VIDEO
MATSURI BAYASHIKEYTALK

KEYTALK is a four-piece rock band whose name comes from the concept of creating music that feels like a conversation in musical scales.

Their major 8th single, “MATSURI BAYASHI,” the second release in two consecutive months, features a memorable funky ensemble with crisp guitar cutting and slap bass.

Its pop melody carried by a driving beat is sure to elevate summer events like festivals.

It’s an upbeat track perfect for the hot season, and the instrumental break highlights each member’s musicianship—definitely something to listen for.

Samama Festival!Mrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE is a three-piece rock band whose momentum hasn’t slowed even in Phase 2, holding their first-ever dome concert in 2023.

Their major 2nd single, “Samama Festival!,” was featured in a commercial for Nihon Kogakuin College.

The ensemble, woven from a piercing high-tone vocal and colorful sound, heightens the anticipation for a lively summer.

It’s a fresh, summery track that everyone can get excited about together at karaoke.

Squid SUMMERORANGE RANGE

ORANGE RANGE is a five-member rock band that drew attention even before their major-label debut, having attracted an audience of 800 people back in their high school days.

Their 16th single, “Ika SUMMER,” featured in a Kanebo Cosmetics ALLIE commercial, cranks up the energy with a ska-punk arrangement that brings in a brass section.

The rapid-fire melodies delivered by the three MCs seem perfect for the open, liberated feeling of summer.

It’s a lively, summery upper-tune that’s sure to hype you up as background music for outings or when singing together at karaoke.

Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK

Speechless… Summer (Speechless… Summer JAYWALK ORIGINAL EDITION 1 Al Version)
Can't Say Anything... SummerTHE JAYWALK

The feelings packed into the ellipsis that follows “I Can’t Say Anything.” I can’t help but wonder about them.

It was released shortly after the Heisei era began, and even now, many people probably find this title popping into their heads when summer comes around.

This song is a summer rearrangement of “I Can’t Say Anything,” which was included on the album DOWN TOWN STORIES.

Despite its refreshing melody, it sings of a bittersweet summer farewell.

Heat haze of Augustmakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu “August Heat Haze” MV
Heat haze of Augustmakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu is a four-piece rock band that built their fanbase through live house performances and now frequently appears on TV.

Known for pouring raw emotion into their music, they sing about a summer heartbreak in “Kagerou in August.” The song was originally used in a sunblock commercial by Taisho Pharmaceutical, but it’s since become a summer staple.

Despite its intense vibe, it has relatively few high notes, making it perfect for karaoke—especially a karaoke date.