Summer song medley. Timeless and popular tracks that color the summer.
What kind of songs do you feel like listening to when summer comes?
Everyone might have their own answer—whether it’s upbeat, bright tracks that get you pumped, or sentimental ballads filled with the unique wistfulness of summer.
On the other hand, many people might feel there are just too many summer songs to choose from!
So in this article, we’ll introduce a carefully curated summer song medley selected by our editorial team.
We’ve gathered a generous selection of timeless gems, so be sure to give them a listen!
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Summer Song Medley: Classic and Popular Hits That Color the Summer (51–60)
summer squallstorm
A captivating song featuring a refreshing melody and encouraging lyrics that color the passionate summer of Koshien.
Produced as Asahi Broadcasting’s “Summer High School Baseball Support Song,” this track perfectly blends the energetic sound crafted by Yujin Kitagawa of Yuzu with lyrics that cheer on high school baseball players who give their all.
Released in July 2018, it was later included in the album “5×20 All the BEST!! 1999-2019” and has been beloved by many fans.
It’s the perfect song not only for players aiming for Koshien, but also for anyone who wants to feel the spirit of summer youth, hard work, and passion for their dreams.
sparkleFujii Kaze
An ambitious work by Fujii Kaze with a striking vibe reminiscent of ’80s–’90s dance music.
Even amid life’s hardships and rapid changes, you can overcome them as long as you’re with the one you love.
The lyrics carry that uplifting message, perfectly matched with a breezy, lighthearted melody.
Released in May 2021, it was performed at the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen in December of the same year via a remote appearance from his family home in Satoshō, Okayama Prefecture.
It’s the perfect track not only for July drives in the height of summer, but also for karaoke sessions indoors with the AC on.
Islanders' TreasureBEGIN
This is one of the signature songs by BEGIN, a band from Okinawa.
The Okinawan folk-inspired melody strongly evokes summer, and the lyrics are profound, making it a song that lets you feel the quiet essence of the season as you listen.
I highly recommend it for summertime.
I Want to Be Embraced in a Sea of Tears ~SEA OF LOVE~Southern All Stars
This song evokes an image of a cobalt-blue sea, and it’s one of the most beloved ballads by Southern All Stars.
I’m sure almost everyone has heard it at least once.
Keisuke Kuwata’s gentle, slightly husky voice wrapped in soft sound is striking, conveying a heart-wrenching sense of unrequited love.
Alongside the beautifully written, metaphor-rich lyrics, be sure to listen closely to Kuwata’s deeply expressive singing.
Released in July 2003, the song was also used as the theme for a Fuji TV drama.
With its quintessential Southern All Stars emotional depth, themed around lost love and the end of summer, it has captured the hearts of many listeners and won’t let go.
It’s a supreme love ballad perfect for a summer night.
Summer song medley. Classic and popular songs that color the summer (61–70)
Surfing JohnnyKeisuke Kuwata
This song by Keisuke Kuwata is known as a classic summer anthem that almost everyone has heard at least once.
With surfing as its motif, the lyrics vividly yet refreshingly portray the heartache of a breakup, and together with its upbeat melody, it really resonates.
Released in July 2001, the song was also used in commercials for Coca-Cola and UNIQLO and became a major hit.
It debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and became Kuwata’s first solo single to sell over a million copies.
It’s the perfect track for a summer drive or to get the crowd going at karaoke.
For those feeling the sting of a breakup, it might be a song that gives you a boost.
A Summer Tale of Six Men and WomenKetsumeishi
This legendary summer-themed track by the rap band Ketsumeishi, known for producing numerous classics, captures the season perfectly.
Despite its laid-back tempo, it never feels overbearing and instead leaves you feeling refreshed.
It’s a song that can bring back those slightly bittersweet memories from the past and let you bask in nostalgia.
Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE
A youthful pop tune, reflecting the cool hues of the sky and the summer sunlight, has arrived from Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
Woven with exhilarating guitar riffs and a lyrical melody, this track heralds the beginning of summer.
Released in August 2018 as the theme song for the film “Ao-Natsu: Kimi ni Koi Shita 30-Nichi,” it portrays an honest, relatable first love and a longing for summer.
The song carefully expresses the emotions of falling in love with a season one once felt indifferent to, gradually discovering its charm, and carries a powerful message about believing in human connection.
Performed at the 75th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen in December 2024, it has become a staple of the summer season.
It’s the perfect track for creating radiant memories of youth—like running along the seaside with friends and talking about love under a bright blue sky.