A song that suits the sea. A relaxed track with an emo vibe drifting through.
There are all sorts of songs you might want to listen to at the beach.
Upbeat, summery tracks are perfect for the ocean, of course, but in this article I’ll deliberately focus on songs with a relaxed, laid-back vibe.
I’ve picked out tracks that are ideal for spending time calmly by the shore—whether you’re sitting and taking it easy or lost in thought—so you can enjoy a chill atmosphere near the sea.
From gentle ballads themed around the ocean to songs featuring the soothing sounds of acoustic guitar and ukulele, take a look and find some new favorites.
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Songs that suit the sea. Relaxing tracks with an emo vibe (41–50)
Kamakura GoodbyeASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
A calm track by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION that evokes an afternoon by the seaside.
The album it appears on, Surf Bungaku Kamakura, is considered a compilation of the Shonan series and is a concept-heavy work, featuring song titles named after Enoshima Electric Railway stations and recordings done in single takes.
Serving as the album’s closing track, this song conveys a sense of loneliness at the end of a journey through its gentle sound and lyrics.
It’s a somewhat wistful piece, as if you’re on a train gazing at the sea and reflecting on your travel memories.
On the ShoreDef Tech
Released in May 2025 as the lead single from the album “4ELEMENTS,” which commemorates their 20th anniversary.
A very soft sonic texture blends with a gentle melody to create a soothing world.
While grounded in Def Tech’s unique “Jawaiian Reggae” style, it’s been refined to an even more polished finish.
The lyrics, which sing about the importance of accepting yourself as you are, also leave a strong impression.
It’s the kind of song that might give you the strength to start moving forward again when you’re worn out from work or relationships.
seasideL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
Released in November 2007, the masterpiece KISS debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Albums chart, marking L’Arc~en~Ciel’s seventh No.
1 weekly album.
From this album, I’d like to highlight a gem that quietly shines, evoking a seaside scene before your eyes.
Its melody line, reminiscent of gentle waves, showcases tetsuya’s refined songwriting.
The lyrical worldview suggests a fleeting love story with a mermaid, or perhaps an eternal farewell that arrives without a word—tightening the chest with its poignancy.
The futility of an unfulfilled love, a sense of loss like fruit plucked before it ripens, intertwines with hyde’s emotionally rich vocals to resonate achingly in the heart.
Listen quietly by the seaside at twilight, and it will surely offer a gentle companion to your sentimental mood.
Sunburst feat. Kj, Houshou Marine, Mamiko (Produced by DJ FUMIYA)BACARDI RECORDS
A soothing track that paints a magical moment spent by the seaside at dusk.
Released in May 2025 as part of a BACARDI RECORDS project.
Over a track crafted by DJ FUMIYA, Kj’s emotive rap, Mamiko Suzuki’s gentle flow, and Houshou Marine’s vocals meld together beautifully.
The lyrics carry a message of breaking free from everyday busyness, making it the perfect companion when you want to spend some time just for yourself.
By the SeashoreMaison book girl
Among sea-themed songs, there is one that stands out for its unique sense of weightlessness and profound worldview.
Crafted by Maison book girl, the track features intricately shifting time signatures that ebb and flow like waves, woven together with elements of electronica and post-rock.
The lyrics poetically depict emotions like the bittersweet sorrow one might feel on the ocean floor and the hopeful sensation of swimming through vast waters, resonating deeply with listeners.
This piece is included on the album “Children of the Sea and the Universe,” released in December 2019.
It’s also noteworthy that the music video—created as part of an Amazon Prime Video project—incorporates ideas from the members themselves.
It’s the perfect number for moments when you want to quietly lose yourself in sentiment by the seaside, or entrust ineffable feelings to music on a late night.
It’s also recommended for those who want to experience experimental, highly artistic music that transcends the conventional boundaries of idol pop.
Unable to become an adultkujira
This song is striking for its vocals that delicately weave tender, fleeting emotions and a melody that gently wraps around you.
It warmly portrays young people facing forward despite their anxieties and confusion about growing up, as well as their loneliness and everyday ordinariness.
With Kujira’s signature subtle expressiveness, it conveys genuine, down-to-earth feelings with a gentle touch.
The track was written as the theme song for the film “My Senpai Is a Boy: Rain, Then Shine,” releasing in February 2025.
Kujira also handled both the opening and ending themes for the TV anime series “My Senpai Is a Boy,” further enriching the world of the work.
It’s a song that stays close to those feeling uncertain or lost, softly speaking to the importance of living true to yourself.
DRAMATENDRE
Set against a Shonan afternoon wrapped in sea breeze, this track blends a gently flowing melody with the rich tones of saxophone in perfect harmony.
It’s the lead track from TENDRE’s debut EP “Red Focus,” released in December 2017, where refined funk and neo-soul interweave and Japanese lyrics meld beautifully into the sound.
The following year, it was also released on vinyl, with advance sales at stores like HMV Shibuya.
It’s the perfect song for relaxing at a seaside café or accompanying a sunset drive.