Drive Song Rankings [2026]
We’ve put together a selection of great tracks with a sense of speed that make for a comfortable drive.
Among them, we’ve chosen popular driving songs that have racked up a lot of plays so far.
If you drive often, be sure to use this as a reference.
They’ll help you stay nicely focused.
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Drive Song Rankings [2026] (31–40)
JourneyFuji Kaze36rank/position
This is a song that gently embraces the encounters and farewells, the days of growth and learning we experience along the journey of life.
The melodies woven by Fujii Kaze resonate warmly, as if close to the heart, carried by soulful arrangements and nostalgic breakbeats.
Released in March 2021, it was written as the theme song for the TV Asahi Thursday drama “Nijiiro Karte,” and is included on the album LOVE ALL SERVE ALL.
By contemplating the end of life, the piece reveals what truly matters and expresses a yearning for eternity that everyone holds deep within.
It’s a track best heard during quiet moments of self-reflection—on your daily commute to work or school, or while traveling long distances.
Wonderlandiri37rank/position
A masterpiece depicting the heart of someone striving to find light within deep darkness has arrived from iri.
Set to a luscious melody steeped in R&B and soul, it tenderly envelops the emptiness and loneliness of everyday life while powerfully singing of the will to move toward the light.
Included on the album “Private,” this track has continued to soothe countless listeners since its release in March 2023.
It’s a warm song that keeps you company on late-night drives or in moments when you want to cherish time alone.
iri’s gentle yet resolute voice is sure to resonate deeply in the hearts of those who listen.
808Suchmos38rank/position
This is a captivating disco-funk style track full of urban sounds.
Its groovy, danceable rhythm grabs listeners and won’t let go.
The lyrics skillfully weave in satire and social commentary, sounding an alarm about the information overload of modern times.
Released by Suchmos in February 2018, it was featured in Honda’s VEZEL commercial.
The comfortable beat driven by the synthesizer bass and the fusion with jazzy sounds make it a song that will soothe you in a city café.
It’s perfect for relaxing at home or creating a stylish atmosphere—be sure to give it a listen.
sea glassSaucy Dog39rank/position
It’s a song by Saucy Dog that evokes sparkling summer scenes and the sweet-and-sour memories of young love.
Sung over a driving, exhilarating sound, it captures the charm and fragility of a wonderful romance, and the fleeting brilliance of youth that will never return.
It’s sure to deliver a bittersweet yet heartwarming emotion to listeners.
Released as a digital single in July 2020, the track was also included on the mini-album “Take Me” in September of the same year.
The music video, produced in collaboration with Honda’s youth support project “Honda×Music: Wanna Ride a Bike? MUSIC FES.,” expresses the dynamism of youth racing forward on a motorcycle.
Whether you’re feeling the wind on a summer drive or suddenly reminiscing about your school days, listening to this song may bring back the flutter of those moments.
Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY40rank/position
One of the signature songs by the female vocal duo PUFFY, it’s a track whose slightly languid atmosphere is part of its charm.
It was created by the team of Yosui Inoue and Tamio Okuda, the same duo behind their classic “Asia no Junshin.” With a bright yet mellow sound, it conjures an image of driving along the coastline with friends, heading toward something fun.
The lyrics, with their light, breezy phrasing that seems to capture the giddy feeling of summer, are also memorable, conveying the spirit of making the most of that limited season.
Driving Song Rankings [2026] (41–50)
Romantic Flightkome kome CLUB41rank/position
Kome Kome Club has produced many songs that epitomize the 1980s.
When it comes to their signature tracks, “Roman Hikō” likely comes to mind.
The song depicts breaking free from everyday stress and heading off on vacation.
Because of that theme, it was used as the campaign song for JAL’s Okinawa travel promotions.
Whether you listen to it in the car or sing it at karaoke, you’ll feel a liberating, vacation-like vibe.
By the way, if you sing it at karaoke, try paying attention to the points where the key shifts up and down.
Kaikai KitanEVE42rank/position
This is the fourth major-label digital single by Eve, a male singer-songwriter who gained popularity through internet-based activities like being a Vocaloid producer and singer even before his major debut.
Written specifically as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, the song pairs a thrilling arrangement with a catchy melody that really lifts your spirits.
Brimming with speed and dynamic shifts yet tinged with a hint of darkness, it’s a track that may reveal new charms when listened to at night.
It’s a rock tune perfect for a night drive—one you and your friends can belt out together to hype up any outing.
