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] (51–60)
A Little Love SongMONGOL80057rank/position
A beloved classic that stands as a monument to youth punk! Riding on a driving, fast-paced beat, it sings of love for the important people close to us and an unchanging, eternal bond.
Its straightforward message fires up your heart every time you listen and gives you the energy to keep your hands moving at work! Featured on MONGOL800’s album “MESSAGE,” released in September 2001, this song sold over 2.8 million copies despite being an indie release, and it was used as the motif for the film “Little Love Song” and as the ending theme for the anime “Teasing Master Takagi-san.” It’s a guaranteed pick-me-up when you want to boost your mood and focus, or when you need that last push—highly recommended!
Happinessarashi58rank/position
A track bursting with the exhilaration of sprinting through the wind! Its bright melody and powerful rhythm bring a buoyant sense of elation.
The lyrics, infused with a positive message, blend perfectly with the light, lively sound, resulting in a piece that feels like it gives you the courage to step into a new world.
It was also beloved as the theme song for the drama “Yamada Taro Monogatari,” encouraging many people along the way.
It’s the perfect song for a drive wrapped in the warmth of spring, with a gentle breeze at your side!
Nagisasupittsu59rank/position
An unforgettable classic with a melody that blends freshness and bittersweet longing, vividly summoning scenes of summer! The poetic world spun by Masamune Kusano may seem like a summer love story at first glance, but beneath the surface lies a profound theme where reality and fantasy intersect.
Nostalgia for days gone by and the faint light of a protagonist who still tries to look ahead gently resonate with listeners’ hearts.
Released as a Spitz single in September 1996, the track was included the following year on the album Indigo Chiheisen (Indigo Horizon).
Many will also remember it fondly as the CM song for Ezaki Glico’s “Pocky Koi Monogatari.” Its shimmering sound makes it perfect for summer drive playlists, and it’s an ideal companion for cruising along the seaside at twilight or for a solo trip when you want to indulge in a bit of quiet reflection.
ObsessedAyumu Imazu60rank/position
Set to a chill, poppy melody, this track sings in English about the sweet-and-sour feeling of falling in love at first sight.
Ayumu Imazu’s laid-back vocals and the lyrics’ honest expression of affection are particularly captivating.
The understated melody line beautifully captures the confusion and unease that come with falling in love.
Released in January 2024, the song became a hot topic across Asia after many artists—including Korea’s SEVENTEEN—posted dance videos on social media.
It’s the perfect song for relaxed moments, like a morning drive, a café break, or a leisurely weekend stroll.
Drive Song Rankings [2026] (61–70)
Music HourPorunogurafiti61rank/position
This is the third single by Porno Graffitti, who debuted with “Apollo” in 1999—a song that seems to capture a sense of rising excitement for summer.
Overall, it feels like it’s modeled after a radio program, and combined with the breezy sound, it conjures up an image of music playing from a car stereo cruising along the coastline.
The lyrics, which depict a radio host responding to messages from listeners, are memorable and give the impression of encouraging people to enjoy the summer.
It’s a track that conveys a refreshing yet powerful energy—highlighting the thrill of the season’s arrival as temperatures climb, and the determination to fully savor a youth that can only be found in summer.
My Sweet Darlin’Yaita Hitomi62rank/position
Upbeat songs are perfect for both driving and karaoke, aren’t they? Among them, songs with catchy phrases everyone can sing along to are the best, don’t you think? That’s why I want to introduce “My Sweet Darlin’.” It’s Hitomi Yaida’s second single.
I bet everyone knows the lyrics with the title phrase.
Try picking it when you want to get everyone hyped.
It’s also recommended if you’re looking for a song that portrays the bittersweet romance of summer.
Haneuma RiderPorunogurafiti63rank/position
This is one of PornoGraffitti’s signature songs, perfect for savoring the exhilaration of a drive.
Released in June 2006 as the Hiroshima-born rock duo’s 20th single, it was featured in a commercial for Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Pocari Sweat.
Its dynamic melody and lyrics themed around new departures and challenges are sure to set listeners’ hearts racing.
The track reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, and at concerts it’s known for the crowd uniting to wave towels in the air.
It’s the perfect song for a summer drive or for anyone ready to take a new step forward.