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[2025] Songs You’ll Want to Listen to This Summer! Popular and Recommended Classic Rock Tracks from the West
Spring, summer, autumn, winter—many music lovers keep playlists of songs they want to listen to when each season comes around.
In this article, under the theme “Rock Songs to Listen to in Summer,” we’ve compiled recommended summer tracks spanning the 1960s to the 2020s—from recent hits and fan favorites to timeless classics.
Of course, “rock” covers a wide range of styles, so you’re sure to find summer songs you’ll love.
Be sure to check it out and enjoy it as your soundtrack for this summer!
[2025] Songs You’ll Want to Hear This Summer! Popular and Recommended Classic Rock Tracks (1–10)
Beach Housedaydreamers
A rising star garnering attention in the so-called indie pop scene, daydreamers captivate with their ethereal shimmer and delicate melodies.
Released in May 2024, this track portrays a complicated romantic relationship by likening it to a house by the sea, and the two lovers’ attempts to share their honest feelings are deeply moving.
Dreamy soundscapes blend seamlessly with emotionally rich lyrics, creating a comforting warmth that seeps into the listener’s heart.
It’s a song I especially recommend to anyone carrying the bittersweet feelings that come with the end of summer.
Pretty Fly (For A White Guy)The Offspring
The punk rock band The Offspring.
The song they released that became a worldwide smash hit is “Pretty Fly.” It’s a track marked by its high-pitched chants and has an overall fun vibe.
So if you play it, it’s sure to get the crowd instantly pumped.
However, the lyrics actually deliver biting disses and irony.
That’s why it’s also perfect for times when you want to fire yourself up.
Plus, the lyrics include lots of people’s names, so looking them up will help you better understand the message.
California GirlsThe Beach Boys
When you hear “summer vacation,” what kind of scenery comes to mind? Many people probably picture palm trees, beautiful sandy beaches, and bright sunshine.
With that in mind, let me introduce The Beach Boys’ “California Girls.” This song is themed around the beaches of California, a destination famous for summer tourism.
It sings about romance and the exhilarating feeling you get there.
Overflowing with happiness, it’s the perfect companion for a vacation or a day out.
Summer Paradise ft. Sean PaulSimple Plan
A pop tune with a breezy beat and polished vocal work that instantly makes you want to head out in a great mood! This track is by Canada’s beloved band Simple Plan and was released as a single from the album “Get Your Heart On!”.
The version featuring Sean Paul is packed with Caribbean vibes, boasting a catchy melody that’s perfect for amping up the feel of a summer beach day or a trip.
Released in Australia in December 2011, it became a worldwide hit, reaching No.
4 on the ARIA chart.
Its sophisticated pop sensibility—sure to resonate with fans of Maroon 5—and stylish atmosphere make it perfect for summer drives.
Summertime SadnessLana Del Rey
Lana Del Rey’s songs, sung with a wistful voice, evoke the sound of an old movie soundtrack and paint a downcast world of gut-wrenching sorrow, loss, and stifling emptiness.
This track is included on her 2012 album Born To Die and beautifully captures the bittersweet feeling of summer’s end.
Despite its sad atmosphere, the sensual, beguiling melody leaves a strong impression, and when the remix version was released in 2013, it became a huge hit, reaching No.
6 in the U.
S.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to alone on a lingeringly warm summer night, under the stars.
The Summer EndsAmerican Football
American Football is indispensable when talking about emo rock.
One of their best-known songs is “The Summer Ends.” Set in autumn, it portrays a couple having a breakup conversation.
While it doesn’t mention specific circumstances, it invites you to imagine that the two spent happy days together over the summer—that’s part of its charm.
Give it a listen while reflecting on their past and future.
SummerGood Kid
With its lively rhythm and refreshing melody, this pop tune is perfect for summer.
Featured on Canadian indie rock band Good Kid’s EP “Good Kid 4,” released in March 2024, the track sings of strength and hope in the face of hardship.
Its polished sound, drawing influences from The Strokes and Bloc Party, is energizing just to listen to.
The band’s unique background—every member has experience as a software engineer—has also garnered attention.
This song is recommended for when the summer heat wears you down or when you need a change of pace.
It also makes an excellent soundtrack for a drive.