[2025 Updated Edition] Western songs to listen to in summer: recommended summer tracks
If you love music, you probably have at least one or two songs that immediately come to mind when summer rolls around.
Deciding what tracks to play on a summer drive or which song to set as the soundtrack for your trip—that’s part of the fun, isn’t it?
This time, we’ve put together a selection of Western songs perfect for summer, focusing mainly on the latest releases.
Rather than sticking strictly to “summer songs,” we’re offering a colorful lineup—from upbeat tracks you’ll want to blast under the hot sun to chill, mellow tunes that suit a summer sunset.
It also works as a playlist for checking out the hottest new tracks, so enjoy!
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[2025 Latest Edition] Western songs you’ll want to listen to in summer: Recommended summer tracks (201–210)
7 YearsLukas Graham
A soothing song by Lukas Graham, whose unforgettable melodic sense and wistful vocals are deeply moving.
It suits the summer vacation perfectly and is easy to get into, letting you lose yourself in its melodic world and outstanding lyrics.
CloserNe-Yo
This is a coming-of-age song by Ne-Yo, who enjoys absolute name recognition in mainstream R&B and is popular for an artist persona familiar even to Japanese listeners.
It’s a downbeat track you can enjoy with a mellow mood even during summer vacation, offering a refreshing coolness.
Stand By MeOasis
A coming-of-age song by Oasis whose smooth artistic identity is grounded in a sound that blends pop sensibilities with a rock vibe.
It’s a track that stands out for its classical flavor, featuring a grand mood and a style that fits perfectly with summer vacation.
Live While We’re YoungOne Direction
A youthful song by One Direction that expresses lyrics encouraging a positive mindset through an exhilarating band sound and overwhelmingly strong vocal skills.
It’s a piece that fits perfectly with summer vacation, blending comfort with high style—qualities that have made it popular.
Counting StarsOneRepublic
A song by the American rock band OneRepublic.
With lyrics themed around hope and dreams—“Forget counting money, let’s count the stars”—it lifts your spirits.
Its lively melody makes it a great pick for a summer night drive.
So WhatP!nk
An energetic track that fully showcases the powerful vocals of Pink, the queen of pop-rock.
The intro is incredibly catchy.
It’s perfect for summer—a refreshing song that gives you an instant energy boost.
In Too DeepSUM41
It’s a soothing song by Sum 41 that creates a pleasant feel through a sense of speed and a rock vibe, while also carrying a downbeat texture.
Its versatility lets it fit into any scene, and it’s crafted to amp up a refreshing summer-holiday mood.