Youthful songs to listen to in summer. Classic summer hits and recommended popular tracks.

rememberUru

[Official] Uru “remember” × “Natsume’s Book of Friends the Movie: Tied to the Temporal World” Collaboration MV YouTube ver.

Uru is a singer whose voice moves people to tears and shakes their hearts.

Her song “remember” was chosen as the theme for the anime film Natsume’s Book of Friends the Movie: Ephemeral Bond.

Rather than a ballad that makes you feel sad, it’s sung with someone supportive in mind, and by the end it leaves you feeling refreshed and positive.

The way it evokes summer scenes with a gentle nostalgia that anyone can relate to is also deeply moving.

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Because I’ve always loved you.neguse.

Neguse. “Because I’ve Always Loved You” [2024 Summer High School Baseball Cheer Song / “Netto Koshien” Theme Song]

A classic song filled with passionate emotion set on the grand stage of Koshien! Neguse’s youth anthem overflows with a powerful message cheering on high school baseball players in their hard-fought efforts.

Released in June 2024, the track was also chosen as a summer high school baseball cheer song and as the theme for Nettō Koshien.

Its lyrics, which honor the value of perseverance, are lined with warm words that resonate in the listener’s heart.

You can practically picture young people overcoming grueling practices and strict coaching as they strive toward their dreams.

This piece is perfect for anyone who wants to look back on their youth or is right in the middle of it now.

It’s sure to become a song that stays with you.

Voice of the Seaurashima tarou

"The Voice of the Sea" Full ver. / Urashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani) [Official]

Kenta Kiritani is a singer who stands out as an actor with a distinctive presence and is also gaining attention as a musician.

Released under the name Urashima Taro—affectionately known as Ura-chan in the au Santaro commercial series—the digital single “Umi no Koe” features sentimental lyrics and vocals that evoke the story within the commercials and truly move the heart.

Its melody and ensemble, which convey the atmosphere of Okinawa, make you want to listen to it as background music while looking out at the sea.

It’s a song with a beautiful, timeless melody that will color your summer no matter how times change.

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Hoshino Takashi

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rainbowAqua Timez

Aqua Timez “Niji” Music Video (Theme song for the drama Gokusen Season 3)

The charm of this song, which carries a message of hope resonating with the summer season, lies in its strong longing for the “seven-colored bridge” that appears beyond overcoming hardships.

The lyrics, themed around bonds and love, depict a new beginning that comes after shedding tears, conveying a powerful message that any trial can be overcome through mutual support.

Released in May 2008, the song was chosen as the theme for the Nippon TV drama Gokusen: Season 3.

It ranked No.

2 on the Oricon weekly chart for two consecutive weeks, and its full-length mobile download version surpassed 300,000 downloads within five days of release.

It’s a recommended track for those facing a turning point in life or seeking a more positive mindset.

Full driveKANA-BOON

KANA-BOON “Full Drive” Music Video

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!

HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution

T.M.Revolution – HOT LIMIT | Official Music Video

This is a song by T.M.Revolution that was featured as the commercial theme for Asahi Soft Drinks’ Mitsuya Cider.

Its energetic sound and bold lyrics are captivating, evoking the thrill of summer’s arrival.

Released in June 1998, the track conjures vivid images of one’s rational limits slipping away amid the excitement and heat of romantic push-and-pull.

It’s a song that blows away the everyday and gives a boost to anyone who wants to cut loose under the sun.

Atsuatsu Boogie BackSuzuki Suzuki

Atsuatsu Boogie Back – Suzuki Suzuki [Official Music Video]

This irresistibly upbeat boogie track heralds the arrival of summer.

Released in July 2023 by the brother duo Suzuki Suzuki, it’s a Reiwa-era summer anthem that fuses a hip-hop-flavored, snappy beat with a catchy melody.

The lyrics are bursting with the giddy excitement of summer heat and the spark of a budding romance—just listening makes your body start to move.

The music video, featuring over 50 influencers, also became a hot topic, and dance videos took off on TikTok.

Put it on during a drive with friends or at a beach party, and you’re guaranteed to make the best summer memories!