[Summer Songs] Summer tracks recommended for teens: A roundup of the latest and classic hits

Naughty SunORANGE RANGE

ORANGE RANGE – Naughty Sun (Reiwa ver. Music Video)

This is a track by ORANGE RANGE, a rock band from Okinawa, which served as the opening theme for the drama “Hana-Kimi: Ikemen Paradise.” Released in July 2007, it’s also included on the album “PANIC FANCY.” The song centers on the impulse of a dangerous love that can’t be stopped even when you know you shouldn’t—like a blazing sun.

It portrays “two people drawn to each other, forgetting reason,” through the passionate vocals of the group’s three singers and a retro-pop sound.

It’s guaranteed to boost your mood when you listen during summer drives or events! Even after its release, it’s continued to be loved as a cross-generational summer classic, with related videos on TikTok reaching the tens of millions.

Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi - Summer Memories

This is a classic Ketsumeishi song whose somewhat wistful yet warm melody seeps into the heart, evoking the days of summers gone by.

Casual conversations on trips with friends and those sudden moments of excitement come vividly back to life, as if they happened just yesterday.

Released in July 2003, the track reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

It’s also included on the acclaimed album “Ketsuno Police 3,” became widely known as a Vodafone commercial song, and has even been selected as the official song for the Japan Camping Car Show 2025.

Beyond its popularity on TikTok, it’s the perfect tune for belting out together on a summer drive or for walking alone along the beach at dusk, lost in memories.

MagicMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE「Magic」Official Music Video

This one really amps up the excitement of “A long summer vacation—what should I do this year?!” It’s a track by the band Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, known for numerous hit songs like “Dancehall,” released as a single in 2023.

Chosen as the campaign song for Coca-Cola’s “Coke STUDIO,” it became a hot topic.

The dramatic sound pairs perfectly with vocalist Motoki Omori’s bright, clear singing.

Its exhilarating vibe is sure to fill your heart.

Because of the summerRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Summer’s Fault [Official Music Video]

Blaming it on summer is what lets us cut loose a little and try all sorts of things! RADWIMPS’ “It’s the Summer’s Fault” affirms the idea of enjoying this once-in-a-lifetime moment to the fullest.

Released in 2020, the song drew attention when it was featured in an Apple Music commercial.

It feels like the various images and scenes of summer that RADWIMPS envision are all distilled into this track.

Summer vacation in your teens is really just a short window.

Within that brief time, how much you can enjoy, how much you can challenge yourself, and how deeply you can reflect may shape the rest of your life.

When in doubt, give it a try! Just like in the song, blame it all on summer and have an amazing teenage summer.

Summer VacationGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE

GENERATIONS / Summer Vacation (Lyric Video) prod. by Ryuto Kazuhara

A breezy summer tune from GENERATIONS, produced and lyrically penned by member Ryuto Kazuhara.

Released in July 2025, the track serves as the culmination of a six-month consecutive project.

With lyrics that free your heart—telling you not to worry about everyday rules and conventions—and a surf music-inspired sound, it’s impossible not to feel your spirits lift.

Break out of your constricting routine and stretch your wings under the sun! This magical song makes that wish come true.

Summer Speed feat. OkiishiNatsunose

[Official Music Video] Summer Acceleration (Kasoku) feat. Okiishi

Starting in 2021 as a Vocaloid producer, Natsunose is a composer known for evocative, nostalgic imagery.

Their 2022 release “Natsusoku” ranked 17th on Spotify’s Viral Chart and became a hot topic, especially on TikTok.

With a striking piano tone and a driving sound that is said to capture the speed of summer, the track gained momentum.

Tokiwa, a mysterious TikToker who’s been generating buzz, used “Natsusoku” in their own posts, repeatedly creating trending content.

summer squallstorm

ARASHI – Natsu Hayate [Official Music Video]

This uplifting and energetic cheer song by Arashi leaves a strong impression.

Written and composed by Yujin Kitagawa of the folk duo Yuzu, it delivers a powerful message of support to the high school baseball players who devote themselves wholeheartedly at the Summer Koshien.

When you hear this track, don’t you feel your heart swell with the players’ sweat, tears, and pure passion as they chase their dreams in the fleeting summer? Released in July 2018 as their 55th single, the song moved many as the official support song for that year’s 100th National High School Baseball Championship and the theme for the TV program “Netto Koshien.” It is also included in the best-of album “5×20 All the BEST!! 1999-2019.” It’s truly a hope-filled track that vividly colors the Summer Koshien.