Songs to brighten up your car interior! Recommended driving tracks for the Yutori generation
When you head out for a drive, in-car BGM is essential, isn’t it?
Whether you’re taking a road trip with family or friends, enjoying a solo night drive, or cruising with your significant other, the presence (or absence) of music can make a huge difference in the mood.
So this time, we’re introducing drive songs recommended for the Yutori generation.
From exhilarating uptempo tracks to emotional numbers, we’ve compiled a wide range.
If you’re looking for something to play as BGM, be sure to check it out!
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Brighten up your car interior! Recommended drive songs for the Yutori generation (31–40)
life hackVaundy
A pop tune with a refreshing melody that captures the warmth and excitement of romance.
The lyrics deftly express subtle emotions, and the gentle vocals, paired with an urban sound, create a pleasant atmosphere.
Showcasing Vaundy’s signature blend of diverse genres, the track was released in March 2020 and included on the album “strobo.” It drew a huge response and was later featured as the CM song for GLOBAL WORK in September 2022.
With its tender, enveloping melody and reflections on everyday discoveries and delicate shifts of feeling, this piece is perfect for relaxing at home.
Its stylish vibe is sure to help you unwind.
DriveWANIMA
Riding on a high-velocity, exhilarating sound, this gem of a rock number sings of the strength and resolve to keep moving forward.
The track WANIMA created portrays an attitude of accepting past failures and setbacks while using them as fuel to sprint into the future.
With straightforward feelings and down-to-earth words, the lyrics stand by those wrestling with doubt and anxiety, giving them a gentle push forward.
Released in May 2018, the song was written as the theme for the film OVER DRIVE, which opened in June of the same year, marking the band’s first movie tie-in.
It’s the perfect track for long drives, for times when you need to fire yourself up, or when you’re about to take a new step forward.
ODD TAXIsukaato to PUNPEE
This track features a sophisticated lo-fi beat that flows like the hustle and bustle of the city and the scenery of the night.
Skirt’s acoustic guitar and the saxophone crafted by PUNPEE beautifully capture the urban views you glimpse on a nighttime drive.
While portraying urban solitude and complex human relationships with a distinctive touch, the city as seen from a taxi driver’s perspective resonates deeply with listeners.
Released in April 2021 as the opening theme for the TV anime Odd Taxi, a re-recorded version was included on the album SONGS in November 2022.
It’s a piece that carries a mature afterglow, perfect for late-night drives or quiet moments in a nighttime café.
YokazeHentai Shinshi Kurabu
This is a song whose wistful vocals over a lo-fi beat really sink into your heart.
You can picture yourself in a car speeding down the highway at night, letting the wind rush in through the window as you try to blow away your daily worries and anxieties.
The balance between rap and singing by Hentai Shinshi Club is exquisite, crafting a story-like world with a mellow vibe.
Released in April 2020, it was included on the album “HERO” the same year, and it was also used as the walk-up music for Rakuten Eagles player Hideto Asamura.
It’s a warm, mature track you’ll want to listen to while driving, when spending time alone, or on a quiet night with someone special.
Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio
Tamio Okuda brings us the perfect song for a season when a refreshing breeze flows gently by.
Set to a lively rhythm and expansive melody, this piece captures the feeling of racing down a free, unrestricted road, brimming with liberation and positivity.
Released in June 1996, it reached No.
4 on the Oricon weekly charts and stayed on the charts for 16 weeks.
It was also used in a Nissan commercial and as a TV program theme, winning fans across generations.
Whether you’re driving enveloped in the warmth of spring or setting out on a new path, this song will be a reassuring companion.
Add color to your car interior! Recommended driving songs for the Yutori generation (41–50)
Week EndHoshino Gen
A pop tune by Gen Hoshino that captures the sense of freedom and release of the weekend.
With its shimmering horn section and groove-laden sound, it naturally draws listeners onto the dance floor.
Included on the album “YELLOW DANCER,” released in December 2015, it was also used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Mezamashi Doyobi starting in October of the same year.
While depicting emotions that shift with the changing seasons, it gently reminds us of the importance of stepping out of the everyday to express our true selves.
It’s a perfect track to brighten your mood during a long-weekend drive or a day out.
1983 BackpackersIshizaki Hyuui
This song is filled with a longing to visit the world’s famous tourist destinations and a yearning for freedom.
Woven with heartfelt vocals by Huwie Ishizaki, it’s sprinkled with captivating place names like Angkor Wat and Machu Picchu, inviting listeners on a vivid adventure.
A fairy-tale worldview melds with folk rock, and the desire to break free from a peaceful everyday life resounds on a refreshing melody.
Released in June 2013 and included on the album “Huwie Best,” this uptempo ode to travel is a perfect companion for drives and backpacking.
Whether you’re seeking excitement in your daily routine or ready to take a new step forward, a wonderful musical experience awaits that will surely give you a gentle push.