[2025] Focus on the Lyrics! Western Songs Recommended for Summer, Summer Anthems

Work from HomeFifth Harmony

Fifth Harmony – Work from Home (Official Video) ft. Ty Dolla $ign

With an upbeat vibe and luxurious vocal work that create a grand atmosphere, this is a summer classic by Fifth Harmony.

The exceptionally steady lyrics vividly enhance the feeling of summer, making it a deep yet happy track.

It’s SummerGladys Knight&The Pips

It’s Summer

Gladys Knight & the Pips are a Black family music group from Atlanta, Georgia, who were active for about three decades from the early 1950s, delivering numerous classics in R&B, soul, and funk.

One of the tracks on their 1969 album The Nitty Gritty carries an exceptionally positive message that feels like a celebration of summer’s arrival.

Welcoming the end of winter and the beginning of a new season, it vividly conveys the magical atmosphere of summer and the joy of people coming together to have a good time, all beautifully expressed through powerful vocals and smooth melodies.

It evokes summery scenes and the innocent playfulness of children—you’ll be sure to find yourself longing for summer just by listening.

It’s also perfect for a drive under the hot sun, with its irresistible groove as your soundtrack.

SummerKenya Vaun

Kenya Vaun – Summer [Official Video]

Born in the early 2000s, Kenya Vaun is a rising Philadelphia-based R&B singer-songwriter.

In March 2024, she released her debut EP, The Honeymoon Phase.

With a refined sound influenced by 90s neo-soul and R&B, the quality is impressive for a newcomer, and she’s already generating buzz among keen-eared music fans.

Summer, which is included on the debut EP, is, as the title suggests, a track you’ll want to play in the summertime.

Its lyrics—about breaking free from dull daily life and various frustrations to escape into an endless summer—are ones many listeners will relate to.

Be sure to check out this summer anthem from a young singer inspired by legends like Lauryn Hill and Erykah Badu!

Sorry For Party RockingLMFAO

LMFAO – Sorry For Party Rocking

It’s a summer classic by LMFAO that, with its party-like sound and catchy sensibility, creates a vibe that’s danceable yet absorbing.

It’s crafted so you can get swept up in the mood of the lyrics and really feel the hype.

SeñoritaShawn Mendes & Camila Cabello

Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello – Señorita

Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes collaborated with Camila Cabello on the track “Señorita.” In the song, a woman addressed with the titular phrase “Señorita” falls in love with a man, and their relationship deepens.

With its mature themes, it’s a great choice when you want to create a romantic mood.

The music video—where the two play lovers—is also a must-see, capturing the cool atmosphere of a summer night.

Summer Of LoveShawn Mendes, Tainy

Shawn Mendes, Tainy – Summer Of Love (Official Music Video)

“Summer Of Love” is a collaboration between Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes and Puerto Rican music producer Tainy.

It’s a standout track with a bright melody that evokes nostalgia for youthful summers and the people we spent them with.

Mendes has said he was inspired by moments from a “real summer” spent with someone special.

The lyrics, which bring back beautiful memories with a lover, speak to the strength of a bond forged in the midst of the pandemic.

Released in August 2021, it quickly became a global hit and lit up charts around the world.

It’s a love song that makes you want to go for a drive with your partner, with memories of a special summer in your heart.

Cruel SummerTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Cruel Summer (Official Audio)

Taylor Swift, the global songstress who needs no introduction, is a household name at this point.

In Japan, too, every new release of hers becomes a hot topic.

One of her summer tracks is “Cruel Summer.” As the title suggests, it portrays the feelings of a woman heartbroken during the summer.

Though the theme is quite bittersweet, many women will likely find it relatable.

With its slow tempo and cool, airy vibe, it’s a song I highly recommend listening to on a summer night.