From new releases to classics: Popular summer songs on TikTok

Season in the SunTUBE

Tube Season in the sun

It’s an iconic TUBE song that sings about sparkling summer love and the bittersweet feeling as it nears its end.

The moment you hear it, the refreshing melody brings to mind blue seas and bright sunshine, and you can’t help but feel your heart leap.

Released in April 1986 as their third single, it topped the weekly rankings on the music show “The Best Ten” and became the track that changed the band’s destiny.

It has also long been beloved as a commercial song for Kirin Beer and Suntory.

Play it on a summer drive or at the beach with friends, and you’re sure to make unforgettable memories! It’s the perfect number to color a page of your youth, don’t you think?

Magic of a Summer Nightindigo la End

indigo la End “Summer Night Magic”

This is a beloved summer song by indigo la End that has been getting renewed attention on TikTok long after its release.

The track captures a magical moment allowed only on summer nights, along with the fleeting nature of that instant.

The usually timid protagonist feels “as if I’ve become stronger” only on that special night spent with someone they love—a feeling that’s both poignant and relatable.

Released in June 2015 as part of the single Before I Get Sad, the song continues to captivate many listeners, surpassing 7.8 million views on YouTube.

It’s a track you’ll want to play on nights when you’re feeling a bit sentimental at summer’s end, or when you want to look back on a past romance as a beautiful memory.

Summer is comingDaikoku Maki

Summer is coming

Set to passionate Latin rhythms, this Maki Ohguro number portrays the rising anticipation that comes with summer and the impatience hidden deep in the heart.

It’s said that the lyrics reflect a strong will to push back against social pressure to marry and to forge one’s own career.

The timbales-driven beat dramatizes those complex emotions.

Released in April 1994 as her eighth single, it was chosen as the opening theme for TBS’s music program “COUNT DOWN TV” and is also included on the classic album “Eien no Yume ni Mukatte.” For anyone who wants to shine in their own way, this song might just give you the powerful push you need.

Atsuatsu Boogie BackSuzuki Suzuki

Atsuatsu Boogie Back – Suzuki Suzuki [Official Music Video]

This irresistibly upbeat boogie track heralds the arrival of summer.

Released in July 2023 by the brother duo Suzuki Suzuki, it’s a Reiwa-era summer anthem that fuses a hip-hop-flavored, snappy beat with a catchy melody.

The lyrics are bursting with the giddy excitement of summer heat and the spark of a budding romance—just listening makes your body start to move.

The music video, featuring over 50 influencers, also became a hot topic, and dance videos took off on TikTok.

Put it on during a drive with friends or at a beach party, and you’re guaranteed to make the best summer memories!

Love♡Scream!AiScReam

AiScReam “Love♡Scream!” Official Lyric Video

An irresistibly cute summer tune that compares the feeling of being in love to ice cream! It’s the title track of AiScReam’s debut single “Ai♡Scream!”, a special unit born from the Love Live! series, released in January 2025.

Overflowing feelings for a crush—so sweet and tangy they might just melt—are sung over an electronic dance sound.

Fans are hooked, saying, “It’s so cute I keep replaying it!” The dance video went viral mainly on social media, drawing huge attention.

It’s also perfect as BGM to hype up summer drives and BBQs! Its irresistibly catchy melody might just help create your best summer memories.

NatsumiAKASAKI

[AKASAKI] Natsumi / Kajitsu (Lyric Video)

This work is filled with bittersweet summer memories.

Its vivid depictions of tart fruit and summery scenes leave a strong impression, delicately expressing feelings toward lost love and fading memories.

After going viral on TikTok, it quickly gained popularity, and it has surpassed 3 million views on Instagram Reels.

Released in September 2024, it’s AKASAKI’s third single.

You’ll be drawn in by the words spun from an 18-year-old’s delicate sensibilities.

The combination of lyrics and melody that evoke the end of summer is exquisite—leaving a wistful aftertaste while still resonating with a pleasant pop atmosphere.

It’s a song that will comfort those who’ve experienced heartbreak or want to move past a farewell with someone dear.

Perfect for a quiet night.

Tropical TherapyONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – Tropical Therapy [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A song that sings of the longing for healing in a tropical paradise, wishing for the liberation of the soul.

Paired with ONE OK ROCK’s signature powerful sound, the heartfelt desire to escape everyday stress resonates deeply.

Through vocalist Taka’s soaring voice, the yearning to flee to a paradise and the glimmer of hope are beautifully expressed.

Featured on the album “DETOX,” this track centers on the theme of freeing oneself from inner conflict and anxiety, offering comfort to listeners.

It’s a perfect song to soothe your heart when you’re worn out by work or relationships, and it’s also great for a drive.