[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] Uplifting Drive Recommended Songs (21–30)
HOWLAyumu Imazu
Singer-songwriter Ayumu Imazu, who has been immersed in music since childhood and honed his craft while studying in New York, is drawing attention for his versatility—handling everything from songwriting and composition to dance choreography himself.
This track, newly written as the opening theme for the TV anime “Let’s Go to Karaoke!” and set for release in July 2025, pairs a driving, night-run energy with an emotive melody for a distinctly stylish vibe.
The song portrays the unique struggles of adolescence and the complex feelings that mix the joy and confusion of being needed by someone, drawing listeners in with its delicate expression.
This dance number, which balances coolness and pop appeal, is sure to lift your mood—perfect for listening on your commute to school.
LOVE＆JOYKimura Yuki
A single packed with the exhilarating appeal of Eurobeat! Yuki Kimura’s clear, soaring vocals fuse perfectly with Daisuke Asakura’s energetic production to create a high-speed dance track.
Riding a BPM of 173, its bright, forward-looking message evokes a moving sensation, as if a rainbow were arcing across the listener’s heart.
Released in July 2000, the song captured many hearts as the theme for the TV drama “Daisuke Hanamura.” It reached No.
24 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and achieved total sales of 116,000 copies.
Perfect as BGM for highway or mountain-pass drives, it’s also ideal when you need a boost for a tired spirit.
Grip the wheel and set off on a special musical journey to this rhythm.
Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio
Tamio Okuda brings us the perfect song for a season when a refreshing breeze flows gently by.
Set to a lively rhythm and expansive melody, this piece captures the feeling of racing down a free, unrestricted road, brimming with liberation and positivity.
Released in June 1996, it reached No.
4 on the Oricon weekly charts and stayed on the charts for 16 weeks.
It was also used in a Nissan commercial and as a TV program theme, winning fans across generations.
Whether you’re driving enveloped in the warmth of spring or setting out on a new path, this song will be a reassuring companion.
Teenager ForeverKing Gnu
A powerful anthem that brilliantly captures the radiance and restlessness of youth.
Its driving melody, carried by a brisk rhythm, stirs the heart, and the determination to keep moving forward despite the anxieties and impatience of being young is deeply moving.
Featured on the album “CEREMONY,” this track was used in January 2020 as the commercial song for Sony’s WF-1000XM3 true wireless earbuds, with King Gnu’s distinctively original sound drawing wide attention.
The deftly interwoven piano and guitar arrangement vividly conveys the urgency and inner conflicts of people living in a time-pressed modern world.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you need a push—during morning commutes, on the way to school, or when racing to meet a deadline.
In conclusion
We’ve lined up a bunch of recommended driving songs we’d love teens to listen to on their drives.
We focused on tracks that let you feel the breeze and atmosphere, as well as high-energy songs with a sense of speed.
Be sure to use this when picking your playlist before you hit the road!