Iconic Western songs about fireworks. Firework songs to listen to in summer.
Many people in Japan probably think of fireworks when they hear “summer.”
Fireworks that spread across the night sky after a festival, as well as those enjoyed with family, are scenes that evoke a deep sense of nostalgia for Japanese people.
While it’s easy to find songs about fireworks in Japanese music, it can be surprisingly difficult to immediately name a few Western songs that “sing about fireworks.”
Fireworks are called “firework” or “fireworks” in English, and in this article we introduce not only songs that use “firework(s)” as a theme, but also tracks where fireworks are used metaphorically, along with recommended Western songs you might enjoy alongside real fireworks.
We also review the meanings of the lyrics, so be sure to check them out!
Playlist
| Iconic Western songs about fireworks. Firework songs to listen to in summer. | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | FireworkKaty Perry | play_arrow | Katy Perry’s fireworks-themed Western music |
| 2east | Girl on FireAlicia Keys | play_arrow | A hit song by Alicia Keys that celebrates women’s strength using a fire metaphor |
| 3east | Sex on FireKings Of Leon | play_arrow | Kings of Leon sing of blazing love |
| 4east | Firestone ft. Conrad SewellKygo | play_arrow | Kygo and Seewell’s tropical house smash hit |
| 5east | Fireworks feat. Young JeezyLil Wayne | play_arrow | Introduction to hip-hop songs with a fireworks theme |
| 6east | FireworksMitski | play_arrow | A contrasting depiction of the sound of fireworks and sadness |
| 7east | FirefliesOwl City | play_arrow | Dreamlike music inspired by the light of fireflies |
| 8east | Bang Bang ft. Ariana Grande, Nicki MinajJessie J | play_arrow | A collaboration song by three women became a big hit. |
| 9east | GirlfriendAvril Lavigne | play_arrow | Avril’s love song becomes a worldwide smash hit |
| 10east | FireworksMake Them Suffer | play_arrow | A metalcore band's song of liberation and defiance |
| 11east | Fireworks (Ft. Chel’le)Dizzy Wright | play_arrow | A song that lights a hopeful light like fireworks |
| 12east | Fireworks (Ft. Derek Discanio)Sleep On It | play_arrow | Illuminate youth with a pop-punk classic |
| 13east | Viva La VidaColdplay | play_arrow | Coldplay’s song expresses the futility of power. |
| 14east | Counting StarsOneRepublic | play_arrow | A pop-rock classic that depicts the struggle between the stars and life |
| 15east | If I Can’t Have YouShawn Mendes | play_arrow | A song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of an unrequited love |
| 16east | Just Watch The FireworksJimmy Eat World | play_arrow | Jimmy Eat World’s love of fireworks |
| 17east | Homecoming (ft.Chris Martin)Kanye West | play_arrow | Fireworks are a universal childhood memory across all countries. |
| 18east | FireworksBlue Öyster Cult | play_arrow | Expressing emotions released from oppression with the image of fireworks |
| 19east | FireworksRadiator Hospital | play_arrow | A song that portrays the poignant feeling of a fleeting love, like fireworks |
| 20east | FireworkHollywood Principle | play_arrow | A love song as vivid as fireworks |
| 21east | All Around The World ft. LudacrisJustin Bieber | play_arrow | Beaver’s firework-friendly dance R&B track |
| 22east | Stay The Night ft. Hayley WilliamsZedd | play_arrow | Zedd's song "Stay The Night" is perfect for fireworks. |
| 23east | StarlightMuse | play_arrow | Muse's signature song 'Starlight' is a romantic love song. |
| 24east | Some NightsFun | play_arrow | Fun's 'Some Nights' is a song that suits fireworks. |
| 25east | HotAvril Lavigne | play_arrow | A passionate love song by Avril Lavigne |
| 26east | BAMMMilo Manheim, Meg Donnelly, Kylee Russell | play_arrow | BAMM, a song featured in Zombies |
| 27east | SparksHilary Duff | play_arrow | Introducing Hilary Duff’s fireworks-ready song “Sparks” |
| 28east | Fireworks Ft. Moss Kena & The KnocksPurple Disco Machine | play_arrow | Purple Disco Machine's fireworks theme song |
| 29east | PizzaMartin Garrix | play_arrow | GALIX’s “Pizza” is a song suited for fireworks. |
| 30east | FireworksThe Tragically Hip | play_arrow | A classic song by a renowned Canadian band depicting fireworks and youth |
| 31east | FireworksEmbrace | play_arrow | A British rock band likened a lost love to fireworks. |
| 32east | Everything You DoM2M | play_arrow | M2M love pop song |
| 33east | Summer FireworksMew Suppasit | play_arrow | Love song of Suphasit Jongcheveevat |
| 34east | VictoriousPanic! At The Disco | play_arrow | The Appeal of Music That Portrays a Boxer's State of Mind |
| 35east | Still Into YouParamore | play_arrow | Paramore’s romantic pop song |
| 36east | We Will Rock YouQueen | play_arrow | Collaboration event between QUEEN and a fireworks festival to be held |
| 37east | FireworksRoxette | play_arrow | Roxette’s fireworks songs and the appeal of Scandinavian bands |
| 38east | RedTaylor Swift | play_arrow | Taylor Swift red lipstick song |
| 39east | Let MeZAYN | play_arrow | Zayn’s mature, romantic song |
| 40east | Eternal FlameThe Bangles | play_arrow | The relationship between the Bangles’ classic song and fireworks |
| 41east | Hymn For The WeekendColdplay | play_arrow | Coldplay’s party song suited for fireworks |
| 42east | Sweet Lovin’ ft. Bryn ChristopherSigala | play_arrow | A musical piece for fireworks produced by Shigara |
| 43east | A Sky Full of StarsColdplay | play_arrow | Coldplay’s masterpiece that depicts a love like the starry sky |
| 44east | Hot Right NowDJ Fresh ft. Rita Ora | play_arrow | Drum and bass by DJ Fresh and Rita Ora |
| 45east | StarsDemi Lovato | play_arrow | Introducing Demi Lovato’s hidden gems |
| 46east | Bad RomanceLady Gaga | play_arrow | Gaga’s signature electropop song |
| 47east | Fire BurningSean Kingston | play_arrow | Sean Kingston fireworks-themed smash hit |
| 48east | Wake Me UpAvicii | play_arrow | Avicii’s innovative EDM. Themes of life and self-discovery. |
| 49east | FireworksDrake & Alicia Keys | play_arrow | A classic song by Drake and Alicia Keys |
| 50east | BurnEllie Goulding | play_arrow | Ellie Goulding pure love |
| 51east | Indoor FireworkElvis Costello | play_arrow | Elvis Costello's Love Hazard |
| 52east | VacationG.R.L. | play_arrow | A refreshing summer song by GRL, perfect for a fireworks festival |
| 53east | FireworksHoodrich Pablo Juan | play_arrow | A rap song that expresses the power of fireworks |
| 54east | The Other SideJason Derulo | play_arrow | Jason Derulo's summer party song |
| 55east | 4th Of July (Fireworks)Kelis | play_arrow | A love song that likens fireworks on Independence Day to feelings of romance |
| 56east | A Dream is a Wish Your Heart MakesLily James | play_arrow | An extraordinary escape with the leading Cinderella’s singing voice |
| 57east | We Are The ChampionsQueen | play_arrow | A classic by Queen, captivating with its powerful vocals. |
| 58east | Praise Like FireworksRend Collective | play_arrow | A bright, pop song with a fireworks theme |
| 59east | We Found Love ft. Calvin HarrisRihanna | play_arrow | Rihanna’s classic dance music song |
| 60east | Blame the FireworksSatellite Stories | play_arrow | Firework Rock by Satellite Stories |
| 61east | Mission Temple Fireworks StandSawyer Brown | play_arrow | Sawyer Brown's Faith and Humor |
| 62east | HEAVEN ft. Betty WhoTroye Sivan | play_arrow | A duet by Troy and Betty with soul-stirring vocals |
| 63east | FireworksAnimal Collective | play_arrow | A piece that portrays a dreamlike scene of watching fireworks |
| 64east | Lady ft. PitbullAustin Mahone | play_arrow | Covering Mojo's song, a retro-modern disco sound |
| 65east | When You Wish Upon A StarBilly Joel | play_arrow | Introducing songs to enjoy fireworks romantically |
| 66east | I Love ItCheat Codes, DVBBS | play_arrow | Melodies of famous EDM songs and social criticism |
| 67east | FireworksFirst Aid Kit | play_arrow | Fireworks Theme Song of the Swedish Sisters |
| 68east | With YouJessica Simpson | play_arrow | A song about a partner who loves you just the way you are |
| 69east | Fireworks SongRhett & Link | play_arrow | A humor-filled song with a fireworks theme |
| 70east | Fireworks (feat. Wale)Sarkodie | play_arrow | A danceable love song by Sarkodie |
| 71east | Fireworks at DawnSenses Fail | play_arrow | Senses Fail. Fireworks of life's demise. |
| 72east | All NightSteve Aoki, Lauren Jauregui | play_arrow | Aoki and Lauren’s collaboration song. |
| 73east | The Spark ft. Spree WilsonAfrojack, Spree Wilson | play_arrow | Afrojack’s song to support making dreams come true |
| 74east | Don’t Stop The PartyThe Black Eyed Peas | play_arrow | The pleasant trance of the Black Eyed Peas |
| 75east | #SELFIEThe Chainsmokers | play_arrow | Introduction to The Chainsmokers' smash hits |
| 76east | TreasureBruno Mars | play_arrow | Bruno Mars’s 2013 release hit song |
| 77east | Get On Your Knees (feat. Ariana Grande)Nicki Minaj | play_arrow | Introducing a collaboration song by Nicki and Ariana |


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