[Summer Anisongs] Iconic and Popular Anime Tracks That Feel Like Summer

Words Bubble Up Like Soda Popnever young beach

Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop

The refreshing, sparkling sound is pleasant to the ear.

It’s a track by never young beach, released as a single in May 2020.

It was used as the theme song for a theatrical original animated feature of the same name.

The lyrics well up from the heart, sung over a light, breezy melody.

It portrays fresh emotions—like a pure desire to convey heartfelt feelings directly, and a longing for the exchange of words.

It’s an anime song you’ll want to listen to under the dazzling summer sun, or when you want to express feelings that are hard to put into words.

Trace OrionUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Tracing Orion” LIVE MUSIC VIDEO

This is the opening theme of the hero anime TIGER & BUNNY, depicted with an innovative setting.

As the series gained recognition, the song did as well, and it can be considered a signature hit from the hugely popular youth-favorite band UNISON SQUARE GARDEN.

peace signYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Peace Sign

Kenshi Yonezu’s seventh major single, which became the opening theme for the first cour of Season 2 of the anime “My Hero Academia.” It’s a very easy-to-listen-to track, and I think the sound is relatively light.

The melody really sticks in your head, so you’ll want to play it on repeat again and again.

LISTEN TO THE STEREO!!GOING UNDER GROUND

LISTEN TO THE STEREO!!／GOING UNDER GROUND

GOING UNDER GROUND’s debut single, which became the opening theme for the anime “Katekyo Hitman Reborn!” It’s a timeless masterpiece that carries a touch of melancholy.

Once you hear it, you’ll want to listen to it again and again.

I fell in loveaiko

aiko - “Koi wo Shita no wa” music video

This is a heart-tugging ballad distinguished by the delicate resonance of piano and strings.

Released in September 2016 as the 36th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the Kyoto Animation film A Silent Voice.

The words woven by aiko portray pure, profound love and feelings that remain unchanged over time, gently nestling close to the listener’s heart.

It harmonizes beautifully with the film’s story and moved many to tears.

It’s perfect for moments when you want to savor your feelings for someone special or immerse yourself in a nostalgic mood.

Ponyo on the CliffFujioka Fujimaki & Oohashi Nozomi

Ponyo: Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea

This is the theme song for a heartwarming story about the encounter between a mysterious girl from the sea and a young boy.

Featuring Nozomi Ōhashi’s adorable vocals and the warm harmonies of the duo Fujioka Fujimaki, this charming track was released as a single in December 2007.

It enhanced the emotional impact of Studio Ghibli’s film Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea.

Conveying the young protagonist’s pure spirit of adventure and the feeling of cherishing someone, its catchy, repeating phrases ride a buoyant melody that speaks straight to the listener’s heart.

Listening to it in summer is sure to lift your spirits!

Butter-flyWada Kōji

Butter-Fly – Kouji Wada (Full) (Digimon Adventure OP)

The opening theme of the hugely popular adventure anime Digimon Adventure.

It’s a song that symbolizes the beginning of the Digimon franchise, and it remains highly popular even many years after its release.

Since the story is set during summer vacation, it’s also considered a quintessential summer anime.

Many fans make a point of watching it every August.