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!
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A summer song sung by a male vocalist. Summer songs useful for karaoke selection (31–40)
Drowning in summerBocchi
Let me introduce Drowning in Summer, a track that’s been spreading by word of mouth, especially on social media.
It’s a summer song by the rock band Bocchi.
Set on a summer day, it depicts someone reflecting on a past summer romance.
If you watch the music video along with it, it’s easier to grasp: the song alternates between a past summer and the present one.
This structure really heightens the bittersweet feeling and the fleeting nature of memories.
Also, the overall high-pitched sound palette suits summer perfectly.
HAVANA LOVEEXILE
EXILE is a dance-vocal group that debuted in 2001 with the single “Your eyes only ~Aimai na boku no rinkaku~.” “HAVANA LOVE,” included on their 2022 album PHOENIX, is an uptempo track that amps up the summer vibes.
It’s an especially good pick for karaoke with friends or coworkers who are fans of EXILE and other LDH acts—choosing this slightly lesser-known song will likely come off as stylish and on point.
It’s a perfect July recommendation, filled with the anticipation of summer truly kicking into gear.
The Summer When You Were ThereMr.Children
This is a song included on Mr.Children’s debut album and the title track of their first single—an early masterpiece that dates back to their amateur days.
Its gently performed sound leaves a strong impression, evoking images of a summer seaside and a breeze passing through.
The lyrics depict episodes of summer, expressing the bittersweet end of a romance as summer draws to a close.
While conveying the sorrow of parting, it also cherishes the memories, resulting in a song that feels tender and warm.
Somewhere in the summerWANIMA
This is the one song I absolutely want you to sing when you want to let loose! It was also featured in Asahi Soft Drinks’ Mitsuya Cider TV commercial, so I think a lot of people know it.
Beneath lyrics like “I got my heart broken, but I’m dedicating this song to you,” there seems to be the feeling that “summer is the season that makes us stronger.” Give it a listen when you’re feeling down—it’ll definitely lift your spirits! And be sure to enjoy the music video too, which seems to evoke the members’ childhoods.
summer squallyuzu
Yuzu, the folk duo that made their major debut in 1998 with the mini-album “Yuzuman.” Their song “Natsuhayate” is a special track created in 2018 as the “ABC Summer High School Baseball Cheer Song” by Asahi Broadcasting to commemorate the 100th National High School Baseball Championship.
It’s a passionate song that evokes the image of a hot summer field, so wouldn’t it be perfect to sing at karaoke in July, right before Koshien, to get everyone pumped up?
A summer song sung by a male vocalist. Summer songs useful for karaoke selection (41–50)
The End of Summeraibii karaa
A four-piece mixed-gender nostalgic piano rock band, Ivycolor, captivates listeners with delicate, heartrending lyrics and a beautiful yet catchy melodic line.
It’s a track whose melody, brimming with a sense of speed yet tinged with the loneliness and poignancy of summer’s end, lingers in your ears.
The repeated phrases convey the protagonist’s strong feelings, making you empathize with the frustration of not being able to express what you truly think.
It’s a summer song that resonates with the chest-tightening emotions everyone feels in their teens—perfect for immersing yourself in at summer’s end.
Scatter! Summer peopleYabai T-shatsu Yasan
In 2022, the three-piece rock band Yabai T-Shirts Yasan successfully held their first concert at the Nippon Budokan, maintaining the same unstoppable momentum they’ve had since their debut.
Their third digital single, “Chirabare! Summer People,” features a pop-styled ensemble and catchy melodies that are sure to lift your spirits.
The lyrics, which are both comical and cynical in a way that contrasts with the party-like vibe of the music, make a strong impact and will likely resonate with many listeners.
It’s a modern, high-energy tune that you can easily imagine igniting the crowd at summer festivals.