[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: Latest and classic hits (31–40)
Marigoldaimyon
Released in 2018, Aimyon’s “Marigold” portrays a love story overflowing with the gentle kindness of two people.
Marigolds, which bloom from summer into autumn, carry different meanings depending on their color, and Aimyon says she hopes listeners will each feel something unique.
If you’re happily dating someone now, of course you can enjoy it, but even if you’re someone who wants to experience that kind of romance someday, it might be nice to listen with a sense of longing.
It’s a song that people in their teens—and listeners of all generations—can enjoy while reflecting on their own love or aspirations.
Somewhere in the summerWANIMA
WANIMA is a band loved not only by rock kids but by a wide audience.
They have many fast-paced songs that evoke the feeling of summer.
As its title suggests, “Natsu no Dokoka e” (Somewhere in Summer) is a high-energy track packed with the signature WANIMA vibe that lifts your summer spirits.
The song was also used in a Mitsuya Cider commercial, giving it a fresh, sparkling image.
It was written while recalling the members’ childhood, and the music video, too, evokes a warm sense of nostalgia for those early years.
Summer Colorsyuzu
When you think of Yuzu, it’s this song; when you think of summer, it’s this song—Natsuiro, a track that represents both Yuzu and the season.
Released in 1998, it was Yuzu’s major-label debut single.
The fact that you still hear it so often after all this time is proof it’s a classic.
It’s the kind of tune you find yourself humming, and it’s a karaoke favorite across generations.
Bursting with summer vibes, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for a summer drive, perfect for everyone to sing along to at the top of their lungs.
A Long, Short FestivalShiina Ringo
That mature vibe is something to admire, isn’t it? How about a cool summer song by the singer-songwriter Ringo Sheena? It was released in 2015 as her 16th single.
It has an addictive quality that makes you want to keep listening.
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.
[Summer Songs] Summer tracks recommended for teens: A roundup of the latest and classic hits (41–50)
Natsumatopoeia＝LOVE
Natsumatopé is packed with a girl’s desire to enjoy summer to the fullest.
It’s the 14th single from =LOVE, the idol group produced by Rino Sashihara, featuring a double center with Maika Sasaki and Iori Noguchi.
The catchy, well-rhymed title “Natsumatopé” is a coined word combining “natsu” (summer) and “onomatopoeia,” and the chorus lyrics spotlight sound—worth paying attention to.
It’s a summer tune recommended for girls who want to be greedy and enjoy not just romance, but every last bit of summer!
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.