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 Bracing Freshness and Driving Speed by Rock Bands You’ll Want to Hear in Summer (41–50)
Summer BreezeHEY-SMITH
As the title suggests, this is a song by HEY-SMITH that feels like a summer breeze sweeping through.
While it carries a powerful energy that evokes the heat of summer, the atmosphere of the sound also conveys the sadness of the season coming to an end.
It feels like a song about that bittersweet mix of melancholy and exhilaration you feel after a summer event wrapped in heat comes to a close, and it’s all the more convincing because it’s sung by HEY-SMITH, who host festivals themselves.
You can also sense a wish for listeners to cherish those fun memories.
Songs brimming with exhilarating freshness and a sense of speed by rock bands you’ll want to listen to in summer (51–60)
Transparent GirlNUMBER GIRL
This track is defined by its strikingly sharp guitar riffs.
The heavy, driving bass, the wild, rampaging drums, and the vocals that occasionally slip into shouts—all of it is intensely emotional.
With its overflowing sense of speed, it feels like a song that could blast away the sweltering heat of summer.
Butterfly of the flying fishChatto Monchī
If you’re looking for a refreshingly invigorating track that’s perfect for summer, this is the one I recommend.
Crafted by Chatmonchy, it stands out with its crisp sound and poetic lyrics.
Released in June 2007, the song was also used as the ending theme for the TV Kanagawa program “saku saku.” It’s included on the album “Seimeiryoku” and peaked at No.
9 on the Oricon charts.
Ideal for anyone wanting to bask in the sense of summer freedom or feeling ready to take on something new.
migratory bird[Alexandros]
![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/sddefault.jpg)
From the uplifting intro guitar riff to the driving beat and crystal-clear vocals, this is a staple of [Alexandros]’s live shows.
The lyrics carry a strong message of inner conflict and longing for dreams, beautifully balanced with a refreshing, hope-filled sound.
Released in March 2015, the track was featured in the film Akegarasu.
It’s a song that gives you a powerful boost when you want to work toward your goals or take a new step forward.
Its exhilarating, summery sense of speed is another big draw.
Full driveKANA-BOON
This track features a four-on-the-floor beat around 180 BPM and a melody full of exhilarating drive.
Released in May 2014, it’s also included on KANA-BOON’s second album, TIME.
Created with the idea of crafting a song with a powerful first impact that would be embraced by more listeners, as envisioned by Maguro Taniguchi, it reached as high as No.
6 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Bursting with energetic rock sound, it’s perfect for drives or anyone looking to amp up their summer.
The high-speed melody delivers a rush like stepping on the accelerator, so give it a listen whenever you want to boost your mood!
Radial Night ChaserUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
What a razor-sharp sound! This is a song by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, a three-piece rock band from Tokyo.
It’s included as the B-side on their 2018 single “Haru ga Kite Bokura.” The edgy choice of words in the lyrics really shows Tomoya Tabuchi, the bassist, at his best.
With its energetic vibe, this track will make the hot summer feel even hotter.
together; along with; bothWANIMA
The three-piece rock band WANIMA’s “Tomoni” is a number with a punk-rock-style rush that feels great.
KO-SHIN’s crisp guitar sound pairs perfectly with KENTA’s powerful vocals, and listening to it really pumps you up.
It’s an ideal cheer-up song for those moments in the scorching summer when you feel like giving up on studying or work and need one more push.
The music video, which brightens your mood just by watching it, is also well worth checking out at least once.
