[Summer Anisongs] Iconic and Popular Anime Tracks That Feel Like Summer

Someone, the sea.Aimer

Aimer 'Somebody, the Sea.' EP DIGEST

This is the song used as the ending theme for the anime Terror in Resonance.

It was released in 2014 as Aimer’s second single.

The composition is by Yoko Kanno, with lyrics by Ichiko Aoba.

The powerful yet fragile vocals and ambient sound arrangement are striking, drawing you into the song’s world in an instant.

It’s a grand, dreamlike number that makes you want to listen on a summer night while gazing at the sea.

Take your time and really immerse yourself in it.

The world is falling in loveCHiCO with HoneyWorks

The World Is Falling in Love / CHiCO with HoneyWorks

Some of you might feel like falling in love when summer comes, don’t you? This song by the creator unit HoneyWorks and singer CHiCO was released in 2014 as their debut single.

It was used as the opening theme for the anime Blue Spring Ride (Ao Haru Ride).

It’s a refreshing rock tune with the sound of acoustic guitar that lingers in your ears.

Listening to it somehow clears your heart! The lyrics, which teach the importance of honestly expressing your feelings, are sure to resonate especially with younger listeners.

Where the Stars Are. -Hoshino Arika-LM.C

LM.C / Where the Stars Are -Hoshino Arika- [LM.C Official]

The opening theme of the anime Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan.

It’s a fast-paced track that conjures up an image of a fantastical starry sky.

When you feel crushed by worries or anxiety, try listening to it while gazing up at the night sky.

Everything will seem small, and you’ll feel the will to keep going rise within you.

Full Power☆Summer!angela

angela “Full Power☆Summer!” Music Clip (short ver.)

When it comes to anison that pumps up a summer packed with events, it has to be “Zenryoku Summer!” Released in 2017 by angela, the musical duo formed by atsuko and KATSU, it was used as the opening theme for the anime “AHO-GIRL.” Its speedy, colorful melody line leaves a strong impression.

The upbeat lyrics that evoke the arrival of summer are also a must-check! It’s a catchy, up-tempo tune that energizes every summer scene.

Enjoy a fun time with their humorous vocal performance.

Innocent BlueYou Mizuno (VA: Rina Hidaka)

[MAD] STAR DRIVER 'Innocent Blue' [AMV]

It is an insert song from STAR DRIVER: Kagayaki no Takuto, included as a bonus CD with the complete limited edition of Volume 4 of the anime’s DVD released in 2011.

There are an original version and an in-anime (diegetic) version, and the version used in the anime is the in-anime one.

In 2013, it was also included on the anime’s concept album.

Strawberry ~Sweet, Bittersweet Tears~Asami Imai

Strawberry ~Bittersweet Tears~

Asami Imai is a singer also known for appearing in numerous anime as a voice actress since the 2000s, delivering a radiant, transparent singing voice to listeners.

Among her songs that evoke the feeling of summer is “Strawberry ~Sweet, Bittersweet Tears~,” released in 2009.

It was used as the ending theme for the anime “Nyan Koi!,” which depicts the high school life of a protagonist who can talk to cats.

It’s a refreshing track featuring the resonant tones of an acoustic guitar.

How about giving this cute anime song a listen—one that portrays such heartrending emotions it makes your chest tighten?

Winning Run! -I Want to Be the Wind-Yamagata Yukio

Bakusou Kyoudai Let’s & Go!! OP1 Winning Run! / Yukio Yamagata

This is the opening theme of the hugely popular anime ‘Bakusou Kyoudai Let’s & Go!!,’ which sparked a Mini 4WD boom.

The opening footage shows the protagonists and their Mini 4WD cars racing forward—imagery that’s quintessentially Mini 4WD anime.

The song has the lively energy and heat of boyhood, yet overall it feels refreshing, like being carried by a summer breeze.