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A Look Back at Heisei-Era Friendship Songs Through the Hit Tracks of the 2026s: A Collection of Classics to Sing with Friends

Many of the hit songs from the 2000s that colored the Heisei era are timeless anthems celebrating the bonds of friendship.

These tracks, which rose to popularity alongside the culture of the time, still make our hearts swell today.

For many, they may bring back memories of humming along with friends during school days.

In this article, we’ll introduce a variety of friendship songs that resonate with the generation that lived through the Heisei era.

Why not take a moment to reminisce and bask in the nostalgia?

A look back at Heisei-era friendship songs through hit tracks of the 2026s: a collection of classics to sing with friends (21–30)

someone important; a precious/cherished person19

This song is packed with passionate friendship.

Its approachable lyrics and rhythm are part of its charm.

I think it would make a delightful gift as a token of friendship.

road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)GRe4N BOYZ

This is GRe4N BOYZ—in other words, GReeeeN’s debut work and a massive hit song.

It’s an uptempo, positive track.

It’s incredibly encouraging when you feel like your spirit is about to break, making it perfect as a gift of song for a dear friend.

Song of ThanksV6

V6 / Thank You Song (YouTube Ver.)
Song of ThanksV6

As the title suggests, it’s a song filled with feelings of “thank you.” It conveys gratitude so directly that I can’t think of a better song for saying thanks to a friend.

Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa

This is perfect for celebrating a friend’s new beginning.

Its warm, gentle lyrics invite you to reflect on someone dear, and its message resonates across all ages.

SMILYOtsuka Ai

Ai Otsuka / SMILY (Short Ver.)
SMILYOtsuka Ai

It’s a cute, pop, and bright song.

It carries the message “I’ll be by your side even in tough times,” and it warms the heart.

How about trying it at karaoke with your friends?