[2025] Iconic songs and love songs themed around or set by the sea and sandy beaches — sea songs
When you hear “songs of the sea,” what kind of tunes come to mind?
Chances are, the first thing you imagine is bright, open, summery anthems perfect for the season, right?
In this article, we’ll introduce a variety of sea-themed songs from different angles—not only upbeat tracks that get you going, but also mellow, heartfelt pieces, including songs set by the sea that portray feelings like love.
We’ve also included some fresh, breezy tracks ideal for coastal drives.
That liberating mood, romance blossoming in the great outdoors, moments spent by the ocean, and those times when your thoughts drift to the sea…
Be sure to find the sea songs that match your mood in the moment, and enjoy a wonderful time listening.
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[2025] Famous songs and love songs about the sea and beaches: Sea songs (81–90)
17 years oldSaori Minami
Singer Saori Minami, who has openly declared fans among many celebrities and become a legend.
Her debut single “17-sai” was covered by Chisato Moritaka in 1989 and by Ging Nang Boyz in 2008, becoming a major hit across three different eras.
Its lyrics, which evoke a romantic game of cat-and-mouse set by the sea, and its catchy, memorable pop melody make it clear why the song is loved across generations.
It’s an eternal classic that offers new discoveries whether you listen to the original or compare it with the cover versions.
Coco☆Nuts -ZZ ver.-Momoiro Clover Z
Momoiro Clover Z’s song “Coco☆Natsu,” whose chorus is mostly expressed with the syllable “ko” and which also drew attention for its chicken-like choreography, is a well-known dance track.
A kids’ version, “Coco☆Natsu (Kids to Odorou ver.
),” has also been released on Momokuro-chan Z’s children’s show “Goo Choki Party,” making it familiar to children as well.
It’s one of the great summer songs that conveys the joy of summer—diving into the ocean in cute swimsuits, eating shaved ice, a classic summer treat, and more.
If you’re heading to the beach with your family, this is the perfect track to play to boost everyone’s mood!
Ocean living roomSuzuki Suzuki
This song by Suzuki Suzuki, a brother duo composed of older brother Tomu and younger brother Seina Suzuki, evokes a calm, seaside atmosphere.
The distinctive percussion tones and light, airy guitar sounds convey a refreshing image like a summer breeze.
The lyrics, which seem to depict a summer trip, are also striking; they use many familiar words, making it easy to vividly picture the scenes.
It’s a track that feels both gentle and fun, directly conveying the freshness and exhilaration of summer.
Sayonara CrawlAKB48
It was released in 2013 as AKB48’s 31st major single.
The song features four centers: Yuko Oshima, Mayu Watanabe, Tomomi Itano, and Haruka Shimazaki, and it was used as the theme song for Ezaki Glico’s PaPiCO commercials “Compatibility Diagnosis PaPiCO” and “Really Splitting a PaPiCO in Half.” Mika Ninagawa directed the music video and shot the cover art.
The choreography includes crawl-like movements and gestures mimicking trying to shake water out of one’s ears.
SUMMER TIME LOVEEXILE
If you’re making a summer playlist, you can’t leave this song out! EXILE’s popular summer track “SUMMER TIME LOVE,” which was featured in the Yamazaki Pan “Lunch Pack” commercial as well as various TV shows, is a passionate love song that captures the anticipation of new encounters in the coming summer and the desire to stay with the one you love.
Its fresh, comfortable sound is perfect for a seaside drive, and it’s definitely a must-listen if you’re heading to the beach with someone special.
ALIVESPEED
Released in 1998 as SPEED’s seventh single.
It was chosen as the theme song for the film Andromedia, which featured all four members of SPEED, and with this track the group achieved their third consecutive million-seller.
The song carries the message that the vast, boundless sea is always connected somewhere, so you’re never alone, and it presents a more mature sound that positively overturns SPEED’s bright and energetic image.
[2025] Classic songs and love songs themed around or set by the sea and beach: Sea songs (91–100)
The Sacred Sea and SunshineTHE YELLOW MONKEY
Released in 2000 as THE YELLOW MONKEY’s 20th single, a band popular across a wide range of generations.
The song was issued as a collaboration single with Hirofumi Asamoto and was used as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Onepu!” and as the theme song for the film “Genjitsu no Tsuzuki Yume no Owari.” Vocalist Kazuya Yoshii said he was very fond of the track and insisted on making it the first song for their comeback after a two-month hiatus.