[Driving the Coastline] Classic and Latest Songs Perfect for a Seaside Drive
A drive with the scent of the sea in the air… it feels great, doesn’t it? In this article, we’re introducing the perfect tracks to accompany a drive along the coastline.
When it comes to BGM for cruising by the ocean, many people might think of summer tunes, but this time we’ve picked out not only summer songs, but also sea-themed driving tracks you can enjoy year-round.
One of music’s charms is how it sets the mood for any scene—whether you want to create a romantic vibe on a date, hype things up with friends, or quietly drive alone.
Enjoy your seaside drive with some wonderful sounds.
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[Driving the Coastline] Classic and Latest Songs to Listen to While Cruising by the Sea (31–40)
On the ShoreDef Tech
A commemorative work released to mark the 20th anniversary of their debut.
Dropped in May 2025, this track blends the sound of waves and the rhythms of nature with the melody to deliver a soothing sense of calm—perfect for a drive.
It’s a song I’d recommend not only to those grappling with doubts or worries in life, but also to anyone who wants to breeze through the muggy season while listening to surf music.
My GirlKan Sano
This instrumental number opens with graceful piano tones reminiscent of ocean waves.
Kan Sano’s jazz foundation and electronic sensibilities blend exquisitely, painting a breezy seaside scene in sound and guiding listeners into a calm, healing world.
Released in May 2019 on the album “Ghost Notes,” it was also featured in a promotional video for Casio’s Casiotone electronic keyboard series.
It’s perfect as BGM for a leisurely drive or a relaxing evening.
NEW ERANulbarich
This track features a sophisticated sound that blends soul and funk to exquisite effect, resonating pleasantly throughout.
Included on the album “Guess Who?” released in October 2016, it was used in a commercial for Honda’s GRACE, which rapidly boosted Nulbarich’s popularity.
The song carries a positive message that hints at the dawn of a new era, with lyrics weaving together English and Japanese for a distinctive appeal.
A wave-like, undulating bassline and light, breezy drum beats create a relaxed seaside vibe, making it perfect for casual settings like drives or gatherings with friends.
Life is wonderfulRickie-G
A heartwarming reggae number you’ll want to listen to wrapped in the sea breeze.
Created as the title track for the mini-album “Life Is Wonderful,” released in November 2006, this gem celebrates the beauty of life and the small joys of everyday moments.
It gently paints hopes for the sun beyond the rain and the preciousness of time spent with a loved one, set to a tender melody.
The song was also featured on Fuji TV’s reality show Terrace House and has been cherished across generations.
Its acoustic sound and soulful vocals evoke a breezy, surfside freedom that’s perfect for a summer drive.
DRAMATENDRE
Set against a Shonan afternoon wrapped in sea breeze, this track blends a comfortably flowing melody with the rich tone of the saxophone.
It’s the lead track from TENDRE’s debut EP “Red Focus,” released in December 2017, where sophisticated funk and neo-soul interweave seamlessly with Japanese lyrics.
The following year, it was also released on vinyl, with advance sales at stores like HMV Shibuya.
It’s the perfect song for a leisurely time at a seaside café or as a companion to a sunset drive.
[Riding the Coastline] Classic and New Songs (41–50) You’ll Want to Hear While Driving by the Sea
Drive along the beachValee Bowies
A perfect song for driving along the coastline is “Nagisa wo Drive.” It’s a track from the rock band Vallery Bowiez’s album Aoi.
Set to a gentle, Okinawan-influenced sound, it captures the fluttery excitement of a couple cruising by the sea.
Although it’s about a seaside drive, another reason to recommend it is that the song isn’t set in summer.
Try listening to it while you drive along an off-season, quieter, slightly lonely beach.
Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio
A signature work by Tamio Okuda that colors life’s precious moments with its breezy melody and liberating lyrics.
The imagery of an endless road and the freedom to keep on driving blends perfectly with the music’s sense of release.
Released in June 1996, the song reached No.
4 on the Oricon weekly chart and stayed on the charts for 16 weeks.
It gained attention as the CM song for Nissan’s Wingroad and was later used in a McDonald’s Japan commercial in 2021.
Its sound evokes a pure impulse to hit the road without a set destination—perfect for when you want to step away from the everyday to see new sights or to elevate the mood of a drive.