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Girls Bands Ranking to Listen to in Summer [2026]
We’ve ranked girl bands that are perfect for summer!
The ranking is based on total plays so you can instantly see which songs are the most popular.
Try using it in different situations—like as BGM for summer drives or for singing along together at parties.
Girls Bands to Listen to in Summer: Ranking [2026] (1–10)
You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO1rank/position
Are there people out there imagining what it would be like to go to a summer music festival with that special someone they adore? This song by the three-piece girls’ band SHISHAMO is packed with that kind of sweet, bittersweet youth.
The track is set around a festival date with someone you’re interested in.
It captures both a passion for music and the delicate emotional ups and downs of worrying about how the other person sees you—guaranteed to make your heart flutter.
Released in July 2014, the song is also included on the album “SHISHAMO 2.” It was used as the ending theme for TV Tokyo’s “JAPAN COUNTDOWN,” reaching many listeners.
If you want to start a summer romance, this song will surely give you the courage you need.
It’s also highly recommended for couples to listen to together!
The hottest summer in the worldPRINCESS PRINCESS2rank/position
PRINCESS PRINCESS opened the door for girls’ bands.
Many women in their 50s probably admired them.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is “The Hottest Summer in the World.” This track is notable for its extremely catchy vocal line.
While the range is relatively high at mid2A to hiD, it’s quite narrow.
Since there aren’t any difficult phrases in any section, if you can keep your pitch steady, it’s definitely possible to aim for a score in the 90s at karaoke.
When the wind blows, loveChatto Monchī3rank/position
When it comes to summer songs by girl bands, many people will think of this one! It’s a signature track by Chatmonchy, a group that made waves in the Japanese rock scene from the 2000s and had a particularly big influence on today’s female band musicians.
Released in 2008 as their eighth single, it became a hit after being featured in a Shiseido commercial.
A poppy melody, refreshing sound, and lyrics that distill a single-minded crush—listening to it conjures up the feeling of a summer breeze blowing through.
fireworkstankobuchin4rank/position
A refreshing number by TANCObUCHIN that captures the wistful scenery of summer’s end.
It’s included on the album “TANCOBUCHIN vol.3,” released in August 2015.
The crystal-clear melodic line evokes a cool, pleasant breeze and brings to mind a fireworks festival unfolding under a blue sky.
The catchy chorus melody has an unforgettable charm after just one listen, resonating gently.
The band’s delicate, meticulous performance makes it the perfect soundtrack to color a summer moment.
It’s an ideal track for a hot, high-energy summer live show or for cooling down during the sweltering season.
Love SongGO!GO!71885rank/position
It’s a signature song by the three-piece rock band GO!GO!7188.
The calm sound feels like it faces your own heart, and the vocals convey a sense of anguish—very striking.
Precisely because of the simple arrangement, the message and emotion embedded in the song seem to come through directly.
The lyrics depict unrequited love within oneself in detail, also portraying a feeling close to resignation.
While it’s portrayed as something that may end without ever being conveyed, you can faintly sense a growing intensity of feeling.
It’s a track that carries a quiet heat, like a summer night.
Memories of a summer dayKANIKAPILA6rank/position
The reggae-style arrangement really feels summery.
The layered chorus harmonies and horn arrangements are sprinkled throughout, making it very pleasant.
It’s a light, refreshing summer song that makes you want to sway your body.
The relaxed rhythm, combined with the vocalist’s clear tone, let the lyrics come through straight to my ears.
The lyrics themselves have a charming vibe, like a teenage girl’s summer vacation.
Scandalous SunSCANDAL7rank/position
A song that sings of a passion burning hot like the summer sun.
SCANDAL’s powerful vocals and guitar riffs resonate pleasantly.
Released in July 2012, the track was produced by NAOTO from ORANGE RANGE and reached No.
2 on the weekly Oricon chart.
It’s perfect as BGM for summer drives or by the pool.
Listening to its exhilarating sound makes you feel like you’re enjoying a seaside barbecue.
The lyrics—filled with the brilliance and bittersweetness of youth and a strong will toward the future—are also a major draw.
A must-listen for anyone who wants to make the most of summer!