From new releases to classics: Popular summer songs on TikTok
TikTok is a must-have social media platform for the younger generation.
Of course, it’s also popular beyond younger audiences, and its genres are diverse.
In addition to dance videos, there are tons of singing covers, cooking clips, and cute animal videos.
Many people use it, and brand collaborations are thriving too.
In this article, we’ll introduce popular summer songs on TikTok.
We’ll cover everything from tracks that went explosively viral a few years ago to the latest summer hits.
You’ll probably recognize a few of them.
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[From new releases to classics] Popular summer songs on TikTok (11–20)
Ephemeral FireworksKami wa saikoro o furanai
Released as a digital single in 2020, “Utakata Hanabi” is a poignant ballad by the four-piece rock band Kami wa Saikoro wo Furanai.
On TikTok, it’s often used in compilation videos of songs you want to hear at summer’s end, as well as in emotional dance videos.
In particular, vocalist-guitarist Shusaku Yanagida’s gentle yet heartrending voice is uniquely captivating.
The band has many other tracks that became hits on TikTok, such as “Yona Uta,” so be sure to check those out if you get the chance.
Summer Love Sensationmakaroni enpitsu
This is the indie debut single by the four-piece rock band Macaroni Enpitsu, who have been gaining attention for their highly free-form arrangements—bringing a live session feel to the forefront—and their exquisitely expressive lyrical world.
Packed with the charms of early Macaroni Enpitsu, it features an opening that launches straight from a driving, syncopation-heavy chorus and arrangements that stick in your ears.
The lyrics, bursting with a boy’s wild imagination, will likely make you overlay them with your own memories of youthful summers.
It’s a coming-of-age song that’s both refreshing and brimming with summer heat, portraying a universal theme for boys.
Stay by my side.Yuika
High school singer-songwriter Yuika has recently gained rapid attention through her activities on social media platforms like YouTube and TikTok.
Among her works, “Soba ni Ite,” released in 2022, became a hot topic through lyric videos as a song that makes you cry.
The track also serves as the theme song for the film Summer, The Two of Us, starring popular actress Minami Hamabe.
The film, which also won an award at the TikTok TOHO Film Festival 2021, is deeply moving—be sure to check it out along with the song.
Seaside StoryMAZZEL
A gem of a track that captures the refreshing essence of summer to the fullest.
It’s MAZZEL’s first summer song, produced by Taku Takahashi and SKY-HI.
Over a medium-tempo, chill sound, the members’ crystalline vocals resonate pleasantly.
While incorporating elements of R&B and hip-hop, the song fully delivers the liberating feel of summer.
Released as a digital single in July 2024, it captivated around 8,000 attendees when performed for the first time at the final show of their nationwide tour.
It’s perfect for making summer memories—and highly recommended as a driving soundtrack.
StarmineDa-iCE
Starmine, which went viral on TikTok with choreography matching phrases like “first shot” and “second shot” that evoke fireworks.
By the way, the title refers to a type of fireworks where multiple tubes are connected to rapidly launch many shells.
Perfect for summer, this track is a high-energy uptempo tune released by the five-member dance-vocal group Da-iCE.
They’re known for their vocal prowess, and this song lets you enjoy their exhilarating high notes—listen to it in summer and your mood will soar in an instant!
Scatter! Summer peopleYabai T-shatsu Yasan
Yabai T-Shirts Yasan have produced many high-energy tracks.
When it comes to their summer songs, “Chirabare! Summer People” is the one that comes to mind.
You’d think it’s a song depicting people getting excited in summer, but that’s totally off the mark.
The lyrics say it’s hot so they want to stay home, and that cicadas are noisy.
You can’t help but laugh at the content.
On the other hand, the sound is quite up-tempo, so it’s sure to lift your mood when you listen.
Also, pay attention to the key change near the end, which takes the excitement even higher.
[From new releases to classics] Popular summer songs on TikTok (21–30)
Ah, summer vacation.TUBE
There are countless classic summer songs, but one of the all-time staples is “Ah—Natsuyasumi.” This track was released by TUBE in 1985.
Even if it’s not from your generation, you probably know its famous chorus.
The lyrics depict a passionate summer romance on the beach, giving it a slightly mature vibe.
It’s a great choice to liven up various occasions, such as summer drives.
The use of percussion also adds to its summery sound, which is part of its appeal.