[Masterpieces to Enjoy During Summer Vacation] A collection of summer songs bursting with summer vibes
Speaking of summer vacation, for students it’s the longest break of the year.
With festivals, high school baseball, trips to the beach or river, and so many other events, it’s a really exciting season! In this article, we’ll introduce songs you’ll want to listen to during summer vacation.
We’ve gathered not only exhilarating tracks but also songs that capture the unique wistfulness and melancholy of summer.
These tunes will make your summer even more memorable, so be sure to give them a listen!
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[Masterpieces to Enjoy During Summer Vacation] A collection of summer songs bursting with summer vibes (71–80)
COCONUTNiziU
NiziU enjoys overwhelming support from junior high school girls and those in the same age group.
Their song “COCONUT” is the title track included on their second album of the same name, released in July 2023.
Just like the title suggests, it’s a full-on summer anthem.
The lyrics feature cute wordplay centered around coconuts, and the track exudes a tropical vibe—an adorable summer song that’s perfect for outings with friends or as a dance tune.
Be sure to check out the music video too, packed with a sun-soaked island feel.
Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY
Released by PUFFY in 1997, “Nagisa ni Matsuwaru Etc.” is one of the quintessential summer songs of the ’90s.
With lyrics by the uniquely expressive Yosui Inoue and a catchy composition by Tamio Okuda, it evokes a bright, breezy atmosphere that feels like a day at the beach and hints at an escape from the everyday.
Reading the lyrics—描いているのは恋をしながらビーチで楽しく夏を過ごす様子—you can’t help but feel your own summer memories resurface.
It’s perfect not only as a soundtrack for a summer drive, but also for having a lively, fun time with friends at karaoke.
Summer Love AdvisorySHISHAMO
This song by SHISHAMO was also featured in JTB’s “Kokoro Odoru Natsutabi” (Heart-Dancing Summer Trip) campaign commercial.
When the CM first started airing, the title hadn’t been announced yet, and many people were probably curious about the name and the full picture of the song.
True to the band, it opens with a lively, energetic guitar riff that’s perfect for summer, giving it a fresh vibe.
The lyrics portray a love that can’t be stopped, even as the singer hesitates, wondering, “Is it okay to take this love seriously?” It’s a sweet-and-sour summer tune that’s sure to resonate.
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Pareo is emerald.SKE48
This is a song released by SKE48 in 2011, and as you can tell from the imagery in the lyrics, it’s a perfect fit for summer.
The lyrics are written from a male perspective, depicting someone who’s fallen in love, and many high schoolers may find themselves relating to its pure and straightforward feelings.
Combined with the bright and energetic sound characteristic of the 48 Group, it delivers an even fresher, more summery vibe.
By the way, the “pareo” in the title refers to a skirt-like garment inspired by traditional Tahitian dress from the South Pacific—fabric wrapped around the waist and tied in place.
The music video is packed with summer vibes, so be sure to check it out.
BANG! BANG! Vacation!SMAP
SMAP’s classic hit “BANG! BANG! Vacation!” This song was released in 2005, and in the late 2000s you’d hear it all over town every summer.
Its charm, above all, lies in its unique lyrics and performance, doesn’t it? The playful wordplay on the members’ surnames, the comical scenes, and the live staging all create a lively, quintessentially summer vibe.
The studio recording is great, of course, but the live versions are also a lot of fun—be sure to check them out.
sea glassSaucy Dog
Saucy Dog, a three-piece rock band affectionately known as “Saushii,” has been gaining increasing attention in recent years, performing their songs Itsuka and Yui on THE FIRST TAKE, a YouTube channel built around one-take recordings.
Their track Seaglass is a summer song that fully showcases vocalist-guitarist Shinya Ishihara’s sweet voice.
It’s pop, yet brimming with a deeply emotional atmosphere that evokes the Japanese aesthetics of wabi and sabi.
That uniquely Japanese essence—something you won’t find in Western music—really hits the spot.
fireworksaiko
Even as the years go by, Aiko continues to exude a girlish purity and cute charm.
Hanabi is her third single, released in 1999, and it’s said that the song was born from lyrics she came up with while gazing at the starry sky through a gap in her room’s curtains.
At the time, she had just debuted and was so busy she couldn’t attend the annual fireworks festivals she used to enjoy with friends.
The lyrics seem to depict a complex, uncertain feeling of love, and the sparkling, starry-sky-like melody makes it a pop number that perfectly matches the light, summery mood.
