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!
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Classic Western songs about fireworks. Firework songs to listen to in summer (31–40)
Fireworks Ft. Moss Kena & The KnocksPurple Disco Machine
Purple Disco Machine, a music producer who enjoys immense support in Germany’s house music scene.
Having listened to rock in his childhood, his sound is full of playfulness and differs from typical house music by incorporating rock flavors.
Among his works, the one themed around fireworks is “Fireworks Ft.
Moss Kena & The Knocks.” It’s a track that mixes a wide range of genres—house, tropical house, and soul music—while also adding rock elements, resulting in an up-tempo composition.
FireworksRoxette
Fireworks by the Swedish band Roxette.
Marie Fredriksson’s clear, translucent vocals offer a different atmosphere from Japanese fireworks songs, and it’s wonderful, isn’t it? Just like the Irish band The Cranberries, whose female vocalist Dolores O’Riordan was very popular, there are many rock bands from the Nordic countries.
Don’t you feel that songs by these Nordic bands are exotic, yet somehow carry a kind of wistfulness that resonates with the Japanese heart? If this piques your interest, please try listening to other Nordic bands as well!
Let MeZAYN
It’s a song released by Zayn in 2018.
Zayn’s smooth vocals and sweet lyrics are striking, resulting in a mature and romantic track.
Just like the lyrics, how about inviting someone you want to promise a future with to watch fireworks this summer and sharing your feelings?
FireworksEmbrace
Embrace is a British rock band.
Even if you’re not familiar with them, you’ve probably heard “World at Your Feet,” which was used as the theme song for the 2006 World Cup.
Their track Fireworks was included on their first EP, released in 1997.
As the title suggests, it’s a song themed around fireworks.
With lyrics from a male perspective that liken a love that has faded to fireworks, it’s something many listeners are sure to relate to!
Everything You DoM2M
It’s a famous song by the Norwegian pop duo M2M.
Its clear, transparent melody and mesmerizing vocals will captivate you as you listen.
This song may bring your feelings of love to the surface and make you want to invite someone you like to a fireworks festival.
Classic Western songs about fireworks: fireworks songs to listen to in summer (41–50)
Summer FireworksMew Suppasit
Supasit Jongcheveevat, a leading Thai actor who is also active as a singer.
His sweet singing voice can be fully appreciated in “Summer Fireworks.” This track portrays a man gazing at fireworks while reminiscing about a lover he has parted ways with.
However, the word “fireworks” never actually appears in the lyrics.
As you listen, pay attention to how the song expresses the idea of fireworks.
By the way, the lyrics are in English, so it’s also recommended for fans of English-language music.
VictoriousPanic! At The Disco
Brendon Urie’s solo band, Panic! At The Disco.
The song “Victorious” portrays the mindset of a boxer heading into a match.
In this track, the opponent is likened to sad events and heartbreak, and the lyrics depict beating them down.
The first half describes the pre-fight scene, while the second half sings about the aftermath, where a phrase appears about setting off fireworks to celebrate the victory.
Another appeal of the song is that this phrase conveys a sense of American culture.