Youthful songs to listen to in summer. Classic summer hits and recommended popular tracks.
When you think of summer, you think of youth! That’s the image most of us have, right?
During summer break, we go out to all sorts of places or throw ourselves into club activities… Not only current students, but adults too probably have all kinds of memories, don’t you?
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs that are perfect for a summer that feels full of seishun—that youthful spirit!
We’ve gathered tracks packed with different shades of youth—friendship, romance, dreams—so you’re sure to find something that really hits home.
Alright, let’s dive in and start listening!
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Youthful songs to listen to in summer. Classic summer hits and recommended popular tracks (161–170)
Oh Yeah!arashi
Arashi is a five-member idol group that paused group activities in 2020, yet each member has continued to thrive at the forefront of the industry.
Oh Yeah!, the opening track of their seventh studio album Time, was used as the commercial song for House Foods’ C1000 Lemon Water, in which the members also appeared.
The opening, marked by a memorable guitar riff with delay, evokes the refreshing feeling of summer.
With its exhilarating, fast-paced beat that creates a pleasant atmosphere, it’s a hidden gem among Arashi’s many well-known songs.
Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY
The vocal duo PUFFY drew attention right after their debut with their exquisitely laid-back vocal style.
Their 4th single, “Nagisa ni Matsuwaru Et Cetera,” used in the Kirin Beverage “Tennen Sodachi” commercial, became a million-seller and is widely known as one of PUFFY’s signature songs.
Its lyrics that make you want to head out somewhere and its catchy melody are the perfect BGM for the summer season.
It’s a pop tune that brightens any vacation—and cranking it up for a group sing-along will definitely lift the mood.
Summer loverSHISHAMO
This is the fifth single by SHISHAMO, a three-piece rock band that overturns the idol-like image often associated with girls’ bands in the J-pop scene, earning support for their solid musicianship and down-to-earth songs.
The wistful tone of the acoustic guitar and the bittersweet lyrics that evoke a fleeting summer romance really tug at the heartstrings.
The moist atmosphere that conveys the heat and humidity of summer, along with the vivid, realistic scenes, may bring back memories of the delicate relationships and emotions of youth.
It’s a youth anthem you’ll want to hear in summer—its floating sensation, linked to the unique loneliness of summer’s end, feels wonderfully comforting.
All of the Youthsuis from Yorushika
A song crafted by Suis, known for her translucent vocals and deeply poetic world.
Released digitally in June 2024, this work delicately portrays the feelings of young people reflecting on youth, growth, and what they’ve lost.
The lyrics interweave everyday moments and emotions, evoking the passage of time and the weight of memories.
Chosen as the theme song for the Netflix film “I Have a Year to Live, and I Met You with Six Months Left,” it has resonated with many listeners.
Suis’s voice, combining clarity with a boyish quality, seems to cast a light toward the future for those who hear it.
It’s a perfect track for anyone who wants to feel the uncertain journey of youth and life.
cheat dayNogizaka 46
A refreshing summer anthem from Nogizaka46 packed with the dynamism of youth! This song, which celebrates the sense of liberation from schoolwork and everyday life, stands out with its catchy rhythm and rap parts.
Centered by 5th-gen member Nagi Inoue, it’s included on the single released on August 21, 2024.
The opening theme for the TV anime “ATRI -My Dear Moments-,” titled “Ano Hikari,” is also included.
Although they reportedly struggled with recording the rap section during production, the final result is full of live energy.
Perfect for making summer memories or when you need a change of pace—a track that will carry a breeze of youth straight to your heart.
Feel Fine!Kuraki Mai
Mai Kuraki often has a moist, mellow image suited to spring or autumn.
But in this song, you’ll meet a totally different Mai—brimming with the freshness of summer! Just like the lyric “I can feel fine Everybody!”, if you listen and ride the rhythm, everyone will feel energized! Summer is a season to spend joyfully and full of vitality—so when that time comes, turn up this track and get pumped!
That Summer’s Ambiguous Me feat. SUPER EIGHTToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora
A song by Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra released in August 2024 with the theme of youthful summer memories.
It’s the second installment in the “NO BORDER” series commemorating Skapara’s 35th anniversary and is a collaboration with SUPER EIGHT.
The track blends Skapara’s signature ska-jazz elements with SUPER EIGHT’s pop-rock style.
With lyrics by Atsushi Yanaka and music by NARGO, the piece portrays memories that grow hazy as the seasons change.
Skapara’s energetic sound and SUPER EIGHT’s vocals harmonize beautifully, and the lyrics capturing a fleeting moment of youth are deeply moving.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to revisit nostalgic summer memories.