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 (41–50)
Soda Pop Lovenaniwa danshi
Soda Pop Love, included on the seven-member boy idol group Naniwa Danshi’s 2022 album 1st Love.
This pop tune spotlights the “cuteness of men” with a bright, catchy sound and lyrics brimming with masculine flair.
True to its name, it evokes a fizzy, soda-like sweet romance that’s sure to capture listeners’ hearts.
A relatively rare example of a cute summer song by male artists—why not take this chance to give it a listen?
Youthful songs to listen to in summer. Classic summer hits and recommended popular tracks (51–60)
summer festivalyuzu
Yuzu is a folk duo that made their major debut in 1998 with the mini-album “Yuzuman.” They’ve had many summer-themed hits, including “Natsuiro” and “NATSUMONOGATARI.” Among them, “Natsu Matsuri,” included on their 2004 album “1 ~ONE~,” is a hidden summertime gem.
The lyrics are especially charming for their nostalgia, and listening to the song might just bring back memories of childhood.
cotton candyback number
A three-piece rock band back number, whose realistic and heartrending lyrics resonate strongly—especially with younger listeners—released this as their sixth single.
Chosen as the opening theme for the music show COUNT DOWN TV, the song’s arrangement conveys the humidity of summer, bringing the story in the lyrics vividly to life.
Haven’t we all, in our youth, had the experience of keeping a calm exterior while our imaginations ran wild? With its uniquely atmospheric feel that adds color to summer events, it’s a track students in particular should hear.
BoyhoodInoue Yosui
Since the 1970s, singer-songwriter Yosui Inoue has continued to lead the folk and New Music scenes, captivating fans with his distinctive character and voice.
His 29th single, “Shonen Jidai,” which has been featured as the theme song for the film Boyhood and in numerous commercials, is a number that continues to be covered by many artists today.
Its melody and ensemble—blending wistfulness with a floating, airy feel—surely evoke memories of childhood summers.
Frequently included in junior high and high school textbooks, it is Yosui Inoue’s biggest hit.
Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai
This song brilliantly captures both the embarrassment and earnestness of youth.
Ryokuoushoku Shakai released it digitally in July 2024, and it serves as the theme song for ABEMA’s drama “Kyou, Suki ni Narimashita: Summer Vacation 2024.” The feelings of treasuring each fleeting moment of youth precisely because it is finite are conveyed through clear, radiant vocals and a pop melody.
If you’re someone who wants to live fully in the present, it will surely strike a chord.
It’s a motivational anthem that will brighten your heart.
That summer is becoming an addiction.Jenīhai
Released in September 2025, this piece is a number that beautifully captures the fleeting nature of summer and the lingering afterimages of memory.
Alongside vivid scenic descriptions, it sings of unforgettable memories being etched ever deeper into the heart over time.
Takashi Niigaki’s crystal-clear piano melodies intertwine with Ikkyu Nakajima’s wistful yet resolute vocals, enveloping the entire track in a nostalgic atmosphere.
It can be described as a work that showcases the band’s ensemble, whose expressive power has grown even further since the album “Jenny Classic.” It’s the perfect song for immersing yourself in cherished memories that resurface at the end of summer.
A voice that calls summerSizuk/Shunryu
This is a refreshing, fast-paced summer song from Sizuk, a music project by Shunryu, a creator active in anime and idol songs.
The track’s central theme is a “youth song where you can hear summer,” and both the sound and the lyrics convey the exhilarating feeling of youth associated with the season.
A major highlight is the vocals by kotoha, who is also active as a member of Haconiwa Lilliy; her resonant voice, which carries a positive image, enhances the youthful atmosphere.
With its driving sound and lyrics that paint scenes of youth, the song vividly conveys the sense of fully enjoying summertime.
