[Summer Songs] Summer tracks recommended for teens: A roundup of the latest and classic hits
When it comes to songs you want to listen to in summer, what kind of tracks do teenagers think of?
Of course, many people probably think of songs by trending artists, as well as J-pop hits that were popular a little while ago.
These days, there may also be many who look for summer-themed tracks among Vocaloid songs.
So in this article, we’ll be introducing lots of recommended summer tunes for teens!
It’s a playlist that’s got everything from the latest releases to timeless classics.
You’re sure to find the summer song you want to listen to—so let’s dive in!
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[Summer Songs] Summer tracks recommended for teens: A roundup of the latest and classic hits (21–30)
Summer Speed feat. OkiishiNatsunose
Starting in 2021 as a Vocaloid producer, Natsunose is a composer known for evocative, nostalgic imagery.
Their 2022 release “Natsusoku” ranked 17th on Spotify’s Viral Chart and became a hot topic, especially on TikTok.
With a striking piano tone and a driving sound that is said to capture the speed of summer, the track gained momentum.
Tokiwa, a mysterious TikToker who’s been generating buzz, used “Natsusoku” in their own posts, repeatedly creating trending content.
Naked Loving SummerRin Oto
“Naked Loving Summer,” sung by the hugely popular teen artist Rin-ne, is a song that belts out a love as scorching as summer for someone you’re crushing on.
It’s included on the 2020 album “swipe sheep.” The way the song wraps both the summer heat and those bare, unfiltered feelings for someone special in a stylish flow—and delivers them with swagger—is seriously cool.
Throughout the track, it captures the frustration of being deeply in love yet unable to express those feelings.
[Summer Songs] Summer tracks recommended for teens: Latest and classic hits (31–40)
Tokyo Summer Session feat. CHiCOHONEY WORKS
HoneyWorks’ “Tokyo Summer Session feat.
CHiCO” paints a heart-pounding fireworks-festival date with a crush.
Included on the 2015 album “Suki ni Naru Sono Shunkan o,” the song’s lyrics are a back-and-forth dialogue between a boy and a girl.
The boy’s heart races at his girlfriend’s casual gestures, while the girl, though a little annoyed by his thoughtlessness, secretly feels her heart flutter too.
Their real and exquisitely balanced banter is sure to resonate with many teens! It might even make you think, “I want to go to a fireworks festival with someone I like!” It’s a thrilling number that unfolds like watching a love story.
astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN
BUMP OF CHICKEN is a rock band that enjoys overwhelming popularity across generations.
This is a classic summer song that likely introduced many people to BUMP.
Released on March 14, 2001 as their third single, it became a massive hit after being used as an insert song for a Fuji TV drama of the same title.
It’s said the intro uses eight guitars to depict a shooting star.
The way the fast, fleeting nature of a shooting star is captured through the exhilarating guitar sound is spot on.
The slightly bittersweet, story-like lyrics also resonate deeply, and even now it remains a timeless summer tune—highly recommended for teens as well.
clear skiesOrangestar
A track by music producer Orangestar, who also works under the alias Mikanboshi-P.
Its striking guitar arpeggios evoke the summer sky, making it a clear, refreshing number.
The lyrics, steeped in bittersweet memories, and the pop, exhilarating sound are irresistibly catchy—so much so that you forget it’s a Vocaloid song and find yourself immersed in its world.
What’s more, the key change in the latter half and the speedy guitar solo in the outro give it both a breezy feel and plenty of substance, making it a truly compelling summer tune.
Summertime Recordjin
Jin (also known as Shizen no Teki-P)’s 20th work is “Summertime Record.” Its music video was posted on Niconico in 2013 and reached 3 million views by 2017.
Starting with “Children Record,” it also serves as the ending theme of the Kagerou Project, which later drew attention for its novel and anime adaptations.
The lyrics carry a poignant sense of summer’s end, and the driving beat and sound are striking.
Definitely give it a listen!
Because of the summerRADWIMPS
Blaming it on summer is what lets us cut loose a little and try all sorts of things! RADWIMPS’ “It’s the Summer’s Fault” affirms the idea of enjoying this once-in-a-lifetime moment to the fullest.
Released in 2020, the song drew attention when it was featured in an Apple Music commercial.
It feels like the various images and scenes of summer that RADWIMPS envision are all distilled into this track.
Summer vacation in your teens is really just a short window.
Within that brief time, how much you can enjoy, how much you can challenge yourself, and how deeply you can reflect may shape the rest of your life.
When in doubt, give it a try! Just like in the song, blame it all on summer and have an amazing teenage summer.