A song by a rock band bursting with exhilarating energy and a sense of speed that you want to listen to in the summer.
Every summer, countless music festivals are held all over the country, and I imagine many rock band fans feel that summer is the season of music.
In fact, many Japanese rock songs are themed around summer, so you could say rock and summer are inseparable! In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of Japanese rock tracks that are perfect for the summer, all in one go.
From fiery, hype-inducing tunes to refreshingly exhilarating tracks, we’ve picked songs to match whatever situation you want to listen in—so find the perfect track for your mood.
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Songs full of exhilarating, fast-paced energy from rock bands you’ll want to listen to in summer (181–190)
Sun of JoySHE’S
The style of incorporating dance music like EDM into rock has become popular recently, hasn’t it? SHE’S’s 2018 release “Yorokobi no Hi” is recommended for people who like that kind of sound.
The piano and strings create a sense of poignancy that makes it feel even more summery.
Songs bursting with exhilarating freshness and driving speed by rock bands you’ll want to hear in summer (191–200)
tropical nightSHISHAMO
SHISHAMO is a three-member girls’ band that debuted in 2013.
In 2015, they released the single “Nettaiya” (Tropical Night).
Its mellow vibe is addictively appealing, and the sweet vocals and cute lyrics make it perfect for summer nights.
While SHISHAMO often features bright, catchy songs, this track’s different atmosphere is part of its charm.
VenusTele
Created by Tele, the solo project of Kitaro Taniguchi, this work is a sentimental track that portrays the quiet of a summer night and the relationship between two people.
The lyrics feel like a story, giving you the sense that a drama is unfolding in your mind as you listen.
It features a sound steeped in guitar-rock vibes and a memorable introductory guitar riff.
Highly recommended for those looking for a calm, mellow song perfect for summer nights.
Poem of Vermina flood of circle
This is a 15th-anniversary song from a flood of circle, delivering a rush of exhilarating rock sound.
Marked by a powerful guitar riff and husky vocals, the track features lyrics about loneliness and self-affirmation that truly resonate.
It was released digitally on August 13, 2024, after being premiered the day before at the band’s solo show at Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall.
Singing about pushing forward in the face of hardship, the song stands as a message that symbolizes the band’s long career.
With a driving, summer-ready feel, it’s a recommended track for those who want to stay true to themselves or tune in to their inner voice.
cotton candyback number
Since their major debut in 2011, back number has released a variety of love songs and become a hugely popular rock band.
“Wata gashi” is also a love song that evokes a summer festival.
Released in 2012, it’s included on the album “blues.” Looking closely at the lyrics, they express a complex mix of feelings: a straightforward love for a partner paired with the frustration of not being able to convey it well.
That’s quintessential back number.
Their craft lies in rendering even a fleeting summer festival moment as something dramatic.
In the music video, Mizuki Yamamoto appears in an adorable yukata.
Be sure to watch it along with the song.
as alwaysChatto Monchī
Chatmonchy, who announced their disbandment in 2018, sing about a romance rich with seasonal feeling in Aikawarazu.
The song portrays the bittersweet emotions of a woman who finds excuses to go see the person she’s drawn to.
By using strings to create a grand sound, it conveys the fluttering excitement in her heart.
Although the lyrics don’t state it outright, they’re filled with imagery that evokes summer—that’s a key point.
As you listen, you can’t help but picture a summer night.
Heat hazeFujifaburikku
The theme is “summer, warp.” It’s a fast-paced, sentimental track with lyrics that evoke a strong sense of nostalgia.
The music video also captures Fujifabric’s unique worldview, resulting in something slightly mysterious and tinged with melancholy.