[2026] Classic songs and love songs themed around or set at the sea and the beach — sea songs
When you hear “songs of the sea,” what kind of tunes come to mind?
Chances are, the first thing you imagine is bright, open, summery anthems perfect for the season, right?
In this article, we’ll introduce a variety of sea-themed songs from different angles—not only upbeat tracks that get you going, but also mellow, heartfelt pieces, including songs set by the sea that portray feelings like love.
We’ve also included some fresh, breezy tracks ideal for coastal drives.
That liberating mood, romance blossoming in the great outdoors, moments spent by the ocean, and those times when your thoughts drift to the sea…
Be sure to find the sea songs that match your mood in the moment, and enjoy a wonderful time listening.
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[2026] Classic songs and love songs themed around or set by the sea and sandy beaches — Sea Songs (61–70)
Season in the SunTUBE
I remember when a music show brought up how they always have hits in the summer, and vocalist Maeda laughed and said, “We’re seasonal workers.” The lyrics—“A woman who comes with the summer, the flutter in my chest, may it last forever…”—mourn the end of summer with a thoroughly urban, stylish flair.
And Maeda belting out the English chorus with incredible power makes him even cooler.
TUBE means summer, and summer means TUBE—this is one beachside song that brings all of that back.
blue carsupittsu
This song by the beloved national rock band Spitz depicts a summer episode related to the “Blue Car” in its title.
The mid-tempo band sound, which seems to express the joys of summer, along with the airy guitar tones and vocals, leaves a striking impression.
While it portrays the act of heading to the seaside by car, it isn’t merely a simple outing song; it also conveys a sense of strength that suggests moving forward into the future.
It’s a track with a mysterious charm—refreshing yet somehow imbued with a dreamy, fantastical atmosphere.
17 years oldMinami Saori
Singer Saori Minami, who has openly declared fans among many celebrities and become a legend.
Her debut single “17-sai” was covered by Chisato Moritaka in 1989 and by Ging Nang Boyz in 2008, becoming a major hit across three different eras.
Its lyrics, which evoke a romantic game of cat-and-mouse set by the sea, and its catchy, memorable pop melody make it clear why the song is loved across generations.
It’s an eternal classic that offers new discoveries whether you listen to the original or compare it with the cover versions.
Catch The WaveDef Tech
This is a song by the unit Def Tech, whose concept is “Jawaiian,” a fusion of J-POP, Hawaiian, and reggae.
It was also used as the theme song for the film Catch a Wave, evoking vivid images of the sea that align with the story.
While the ukulele lends a bright Hawaiian feel, the laid-back beat and string tones convey a sense of wistfulness.
It’s a moving track that seems to contrast the vast natural scenery unfolding before you with the small pains within yourself.
Swaying feelingsZARD
A timeless masterpiece by the now-late ZARD’s Izumi Sakai.
Lyrics by Izumi Sakai and composition by hitmaker Tetsurō Oda.
With an endlessly refreshing melody, Sakai’s beautiful voice expresses the pure feelings of a woman—an iconic summer song.
It was used in a Pocari Sweat commercial, and even now, hearing it brings images of the ocean to mind.
Coco☆Nuts -ZZ ver.-Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto
Momoiro Clover Z’s song “Coco☆Natsu,” whose chorus is mostly expressed with the syllable “ko” and which also drew attention for its chicken-like choreography, is a well-known dance track.
A kids’ version, “Coco☆Natsu (Kids to Odorou ver.),” has also been released on Momokuro-chan Z’s children’s show “Goo Choki Party,” making it familiar to children as well.
It’s one of the great summer songs that conveys the joy of summer—diving into the ocean in cute swimsuits, eating shaved ice, a classic summer treat, and more.
If you’re heading to the beach with your family, this is the perfect track to play to boost everyone’s mood!
Sayonara CrawlAKB48
It was released in 2013 as AKB48’s 31st major single.
The song features four centers: Yuko Oshima, Mayu Watanabe, Tomomi Itano, and Haruka Shimazaki, and it was used as the theme song for Ezaki Glico’s PaPiCO commercials “Compatibility Diagnosis PaPiCO” and “Really Splitting a PaPiCO in Half.” Mika Ninagawa directed the music video and shot the cover art.
The choreography includes crawl-like movements and gestures mimicking trying to shake water out of one’s ears.