Recommended summer songs for people in their 20s: classic and popular J-pop tracks
When summer comes around, don’t you often find yourself wanting summery background music as you head out for drives and enjoy the outdoors more? And when you go to karaoke, many of you probably want to hype things up with songs that capture the season and make you feel the summer vibe.
So in this article, we’ll introduce some popular summer tunes! This time, we’re focusing on songs recommended for people currently in their 20s, gathering a wide range centered on tracks you likely listened to back in your school days.
Use this article as a guide to pick songs you can enjoy when you get together with people from the same generation!
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Recommended summer songs for people in their 20s: classic and popular Japanese tracks (21–30)
777 ～We can sing a song!～AAA
Since its release in 2012, AAA’s “777 ~We can sing a song!~” has captivated many listeners as a summer hit.
Its bright vocals perfectly match the sound arrangement that blooms like a burst of flowers.
It’s a catchy number that makes energy well up from the bottom of your heart.
The positivity of the lyrics—wanting to sing together with someone special—is also encouraging.
This song will surely give you the energy to fight off summer fatigue.
Marigoldaimyon
This is the fifth single by Aimyon, a singer-songwriter who has won strong empathy and support from many listeners with her distinctive voice and uniquely observant lyrics.
Despite having no tie-in, it has gained lasting popularity and surpassed 300 million streams—truly one of her signature songs.
The lyrics and melody evoke a refreshing early-summer breeze, making it a track that’s sure to liven up a drive or any outing.
miraclemiwa
This song captures the feeling of a summer romance, perfect for a season filled with sunshine.
Released in April 2013 as the CM song for Shiseido’s SEA BREEZE, it drew attention alongside visuals themed around high school youth.
Its breezy sound—colored by samba-style rhythms and percussion—blends with Miwa’s transparent, clear vocals to vividly express the thrill of summer.
The lyrics, which freshly portray wavering emotions and the anticipation of new encounters, just might give you the courage to leap into love.
The album featuring this track, Delight, topped the weekly album chart and was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of Japan.
It’s a cute summer tune recommended for anyone excited to kick off the season or looking to reminisce about their school days.
HANABIMr.Children
Released in 2008, this song served as the theme for the drama “Code Blue: Doctor Heli Emergency Lifesaving.” Many of you probably watched that series, which starred Tomohisa Yamashita and Erika Toda! As the title suggests, the lyrics center on fireworks, and they’re filled with messages that can be taken as encouragement for life—capturing the very essence of Mr.
Children’s appeal.
With its mid-tempo, approachable vibe, it’s perfect for when you’re worn out from all the high-energy, summer-style tracks.
Midsummer SunŌhara Sakurako
Manatsu no Taiyo, released in 2015 as Sakurako Ohara’s third single, was produced by Seiji Kameda.
It’s a quintessential summer song packed with the season’s signature freshness and an exciting, uplifting vibe.
The track conveys a desire to spend summer with someone you love or cherish—making it readable as a love song—while also expressing the wish to fully enjoy summer with close friends.
It’s a refreshing summer tune brimming with that feeling.
Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi
For people in their twenties, Ketsumeishi probably feels incredibly nostalgic—you likely listened to them a lot back in your school days, right? Among their songs, this signature track was not only something we often listened to, but also a go-to at karaoke—and maybe some of you still sing it now.
The slightly mature, chill vibe of the track, the rap that flows one after another, and the familiar, catchy chorus all become irresistibly addictive.
It’s a song with a hint of melancholy—perfect for listening at summer’s end when you’re feeling that lingering sense of wistfulness.
fireworkskyanai
This song was created by Kyanai, a singer-songwriter whose roots are in busking.
Fireworks bloom in a flash and disappear, then the next one is launched and blossoms again—beautiful, yet tinged with a certain wistfulness, a hallmark of summer.
The lyrics poignantly overlay the image of fireworks with the people, things, and emotions we hold dear.
Please listen while reflecting on the meetings and partings you’ve experienced amid ever-changing circumstances.
You’ll likely feel a gentle swell of many emotions rising from within.