Summer song medley. Timeless and popular tracks that color the summer.

I Want to Be Embraced in a Sea of Tears ~SEA OF LOVE~Sazan Ōrusutāzu

Southern All Stars – I Want to Be Held in a Sea of Tears ~SEA OF LOVE~ [Official Music Video] Short ver.

This song evokes an image of a cobalt-blue sea, and it’s one of the most beloved ballads by Southern All Stars.

I’m sure almost everyone has heard it at least once.

Keisuke Kuwata’s gentle, slightly husky voice wrapped in soft sound is striking, conveying a heart-wrenching sense of unrequited love.

Alongside the beautifully written, metaphor-rich lyrics, be sure to listen closely to Kuwata’s deeply expressive singing.

Released in July 2003, the song was also used as the theme for a Fuji TV drama.

With its quintessential Southern All Stars emotional depth, themed around lost love and the end of summer, it has captured the hearts of many listeners and won’t let go.

It’s a supreme love ballad perfect for a summer night.

Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke

Keisuke Kuwata – Surfin' Johnny (Short ver.)

This song by Keisuke Kuwata is known as a classic summer anthem that almost everyone has heard at least once.

With surfing as its motif, the lyrics vividly yet refreshingly portray the heartache of a breakup, and together with its upbeat melody, it really resonates.

Released in July 2001, the song was also used in commercials for Coca-Cola and UNIQLO and became a major hit.

It debuted at No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and became Kuwata’s first solo single to sell over a million copies.

It’s the perfect track for a summer drive or to get the crowd going at karaoke.

For those feeling the sting of a breakup, it might be a song that gives you a boost.

A Summer Tale of Six Men and WomenKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “A Summer Story of Six Men and Women”

This legendary summer-themed track by the rap band Ketsumeishi, known for producing numerous classics, captures the season perfectly.

Despite its laid-back tempo, it never feels overbearing and instead leaves you feeling refreshed.

It’s a song that can bring back those slightly bittersweet memories from the past and let you bask in nostalgia.

Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK "The Totally Sensational Dreamer"

As an iconic song that colors the summer, you can’t leave out this track by ONE OK ROCK.

It stands out with an energetic, passionate style and was released in June 2010.

The lyrics convey the message: “We’ll never end things like this; we’ll carve out the future with an instinctive, beyond-reason mindset,” expressing the band’s positive and challenging attitude.

The song was also used as the ending theme for TBS’s “Arabikidan” from February to March 2010.

The music video drew attention as well, surpassing one million views shortly after release and proving its strong popularity.

With its driving, fast-paced sound, it’s perfect for summer road trips.

It’s a track packed with the appeal of ONE OK ROCK, a band immensely popular among young people—definitely give it a listen!

Hi-FiveME:I

ME:I (Mei) ⊹ “Hi-Five” Official MV

This song is the perfect way to amp up summer vacation with friends.

It’s the title track of ME:I’s single “Hi-Five,” released in August 2024, and its theme is the sparkle and exhilaration of spending summer with your crew.

Packed with the refreshing vibe of lemonade sipped under the sun and the joy that makes every day shine just by being together, it’s a track full of feel-good energy.

The song has gained popularity for its upbeat sound, debuting at No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Put it on as your summer vacation BGM, and it’s sure to elevate the fun.

Samama Festival!Mrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Samama Festival!

It’s an energetic track that feels like a summer festival turned into music.

Released in June 2016, it was also used as the theme song for a Nihon Kogakuin College commercial.

The lyrics capture the excitement of summer vacation, inspiring you to break free from boring routines and have as much fun as you can.

Its bursting melodies and rhythms are perfect as background music for hanging out with friends or going on family outings.

It’s sure to color your best summer memories—so give it a listen.

Nagisaimase

【imase】Nagisa（MV）

It’s a fresh, danceable track reminiscent of ’80s city pop.

Released in May 2023 and sung by imase, many of you may have heard it as the theme song for the news program ABEMA Prime.

Told from the perspective of a confident woman, the song portrays a romantic storyline, with imase’s switch between chest voice and falsetto expressing the protagonist’s emotional shifts.

Also included on the album Bonsai, it’s perfect for summer outings—be sure to add it to your driving playlist.