[For Teens] Recommended Songs for an Uplifting Drive
Music is essential for a drive, right?
When spring brings better and better weather or when you see those clear blue summer skies, you often think, “I want to go for a drive!”
I’ve put together a list of drive songs to keep you company at times like that.
It focuses on recommended drive tunes for teens—mainly recent hits and tracks by artists who are classics among younger generations and widely loved.
You might even end up turning the car into a karaoke party!
Be sure to make good use of it!
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[For Teens] Mood-Boosting Drive Recommended Songs (1–10)
Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number
This is the eighth single by back number, a three-piece rock band that has won overwhelming support—especially among younger listeners—thanks to a distinctive falsetto that amplifies the poignancy of the song’s message.
The lyrics, which capture scenes of youthful romance that almost everyone has experienced, resonated for their exquisitely crafted phrases.
Opening with spacious, delay-laden guitar lines, the driving arrangement mirrors lyrics that make you feel like breaking into a run at any moment.
It’s a modern rock number that evokes the breezy atmosphere of a refreshing drive.
Kaikai KitanEVE
A digital single that marks the fourth major-label release by Eve, a male singer-songwriter who earned massive support in the online scene as a utaite and Vocaloid producer, and made his major debut in 2019.
Written specifically as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, the track’s driving arrangement and intricate melodic lines create an addictive appeal.
For teens who are fans of the anime, it’s the kind of song that will instantly boost your mood the moment it comes on during a drive.
A rock tune that amps up any outing and makes you want to belt out the chorus together.
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This is the third major-label single by the four-piece rock band CreepHyp, centered around Seikan Ozaki, who has also been active as a novelist since 2016.
Used as the theme song for Shiseido’s ANESSA commercial, the track features a distinctive high-pitched vocal and a clear, airy ensemble that feels wonderfully pleasant.
Its melody, blending freshness with a touch of melancholy, makes it a perfect BGM that suits any scenery on a drive.
With lyrics whose unique word choices linger in your ears, it’s a highly recommended number that we especially want sensitive teenagers to hear.
[For Teens] Mood-Boosting Drive Recommended Songs (11–20)
Keep On RunningSuda Masaki × OKAMOTO’S
A digital single by singer Masaki Suda—who’s also gaining attention as an actor—and the four-piece rock band OKAMOTO’S.
The track was used as the theme song for Toyota’s Corolla Touring commercial featuring all the members, and many people likely remember the footage of them singing in the ad.
The contrast between the groovy first verse and the liberating chorus raises the excitement level for any drive.
It’s an emotional rock number that would make teenagers want to shout and sing along together—just like in the commercial.
GONGWANIMA
A song by WANIMA, a three-piece rock band from Kumamoto Prefecture that has become synonymous with melodic hardcore in today’s J-pop scene.
Featured on their 5th single “Summer Trap!!” and 3rd album “COMINATCHA!!,” it’s also known for being the theme song of the animated film ONE PIECE STAMPEDE.
With its driving melody and fiery rock sound, it has the power to make any drive feel like a grand adventure.
It’s a rock tune that will hype up your road trip—complete with catchy harmonies you’ll want to recreate with friends.
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This is the fifth digital streaming–only single by the music duo YOASOBI, a project born from turning novels into music that has garnered support both in Japan and abroad thanks to its contemporary sound.
The song is based on Bourbon’s commercial story text “Ao wo Mikata ni” (“Make Blue Your Ally”), and it drew attention for featuring chorus vocals by the acoustic session unit Plusonica, which vocalist ikura was formerly a member of.
Its airy arrangement and powerful choral sections will make the wind on your drive feel even fresher.
With gentle vocals and a dynamic, expressive structure, it’s a comfortable track that’s perfect as background music for outings.
Ride a time machinePANPEE
A track by hip-hop MC PUNPEE, who also performs as a member of the hip-hop unit PSG and the DJ duo Itabashi Brothers.
Included on his first album, “MODERN TIMES,” this pop-leaning hip-hop number was born from his pursuit of authenticity during the album’s production.
Its melodious flow over a breezy beat will instantly brighten the mood in the car as you head out.
With a groove that delivers a different kind of exhilaration than a rock tune, it’s a perfect pick for a drive.