40 Best Summer Songs to Make Every Day Feel Like a Vacation

Nothing captures the carefree spirit of the season quite like this tune! With its laid-back energy and nostalgic lyrics, the country anthem is the perfect soundtrack for sunny days, warm nights, and making unforgettable summer memories.

Blending dreamy beats with heartfelt lyrics, the infectious rhythm and wistful vibe of this bop make it one you'll want to have on repeat during all those "late nights in the middle of June" and beyond!

The ultimate summer classic! Its soulful melody and tranquil lyrics perfectly evoke the feeling of lazy summer days spent by the water, making it an essential addition to any summer playlist.

Feeling the summertime blues? Hit the beach for the ultimate cure—doctor’s orders! Alan Jackson’s country spin on this classic hit is what summer is all about.

Dancing in the streets might just be the ultimate summer activity. It's pure freedom at its finest! Just ask Martha & The Vandellas—they couldn’t agree more!

"I gotta feeling..." that this summer is going to be a good one. The upbeat tempo and encouraging lyrics to this 2000s anthem is just what everyone needs going into the season.

Ah, there's nothing like basking in the California sun during the warm months. Listening to this one will give you good vibrations all summer.

"I got my head out the sunroof, I’m blasting our favorite tunes." That line alone single handedly described all of suburban America during summertime—how can you not want to blast it after that?

Even if the only words you know to this song are "hip-hip," there's no denying the chill vibes this one exudes. It's perfect for when you just want to relax in the breezy air.

Don't know about you, but sweet tea, pecan pie, and homemade wine (all mentioned in the song) is the epitome of summer. Oh, and chicken fried, of course.

Ah, to be barefoot along the boardwalk on a cool summer evening. The Drifters know how to embody the summer experience for those who love a little adventure.

Blue skies and sunlit terrains, that's summer for you. Honestly, playing this one in the background of your everyday life might be just what you need to be successful in the summer. Can someone conduct a study on this?

Watermelon is arguably the fruit of summer, so of course Harry Styles' 2019 hit song had to make this list. Listening to this while drinking any sort of watermelon concoction seems like a great way to spend those lazy summer days.

Sabrina Carpenter practically created an endless summer hit. The music video alone will convince you to call up your friends right now for a road trip to the nearest coastline. The lyrics and the groovy melody basically seal the deal.

It's titled "A Summer Song" for a reason. Add this to your playlist of best summer songs, or add it to your playlist of songs you want to listen to when you're missing summer.

Like Lorde, you can discover some perfect places in the summer. Whether that be sunflower fields, your local ice cream joint, or a hidden spot that no one needs to know about—this song channels that sentiment.

Cue the first 10 seconds of this song, and you, too, will be walking on sunshine! There's just something so giddy about this song by Katrina & The Waves that you can't help but move a little every time it plays!

Seals & Crofts created an ever-nostalgic tune with "Summer Breeze." Put it on, and you'll instantly be transported back to the '70s, whether you were around then or not.

Does it get any more summery than this? Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta sing one of the most memorable duets from the movie Grease, and it's been a summer anthem since it came out.

Mentions of the Fourth of July, strolls in the park, and a general smile on people's face—you'll be feeling like it's summer just after one listen to this song by Chicago!