Friendship songs to listen to in April: a collection of classics themed around new encounters
In Japan, April marks the start of a new fiscal and school year, and it’s a time when many people begin life in new environments such as schools and workplaces.
Along with that, it’s also a season for forming new relationships—and a time when you may find yourself missing the relationships you’ve had until now.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of friendship songs perfect for April.
We’ve picked many tracks, including songs about newly blossoming friendships, songs that reflect on friends who are far away, and springlike tunes themed around cherry blossoms.
Be sure to give them a listen.
If you listen while reading the lyrics, you’re sure to find the one song that fits you perfectly.
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Friendship songs to listen to in April: A collection of classics themed around new encounters (61–70)
Goodbye Busyuzu
A gem of a love song that gently wraps farewells and reunions in an acoustic sound.
It’s a heartwarming track you’ll want to listen to as spring arrives.
The protagonist’s hidden feelings and regrets are portrayed over a tender, bittersweet melody.
Yuzu’s refreshing vocals continue to resonate with those experiencing springtime goodbyes.
Released in March 1999 and included on the album “Yuzuen,” it was also featured as an insert song in the NHK morning drama series “Yanchakure,” capturing fans’ hearts.
It’s a song we hope those parting from someone dear, just before starting a new chapter in life, will listen to.
As a spring anthem that gives you the courage to take a step toward the future, it comes highly recommended.
Friend ~Time of Departure~yuzu
Yuzu’s “Tomodachi ~Tabidachi no Toki~” is a song dedicated to friends bound by a strong bond no matter where they are.
Released in 2013, its choral arrangement was selected as the compulsory piece for the Junior High School Division at the 80th NHK All-Japan School Music Competition, and it was also broadcast on NHK’s Minna no Uta.
Popular as a graduation song, it expresses the belief that, as you graduate and each take your own path, the friendship between you and your friends will never be broken.
When times are tough, remember each other and keep going.
With that sentiment, try singing it at graduation ceremonies and similar occasions.
Song of a Friendyuzu
It was their seventh single, released in 1999, and was used as the commercial song for Ezaki Glico’s Pocky.
Apparently, its original title was “Kawa-pan” (leather pants).
The lyrics are addressed to friends who end up going their separate ways, and it’s a song that makes you feel like you can keep doing your best too.
The future is waiting for me.Afilia Sāgā Īsuto
The seventh single by the female idol group Afilia Saga East (later Afilia Saga), which debuted on November 22, 2008.
In June 2017, the group changed its name to Junjō no Afilia.
The song, themed around a magic academy, features lyrics about dreams, friendship, and life, and is characterized by its cute, straightforward vocals.
It’s a supportive anthem that, while tinged with a touch of melancholy, encourages a positive outlook.
Friendgagaga supi
It was created as the theme song for the anime Mushibugyo.
After reading the original manga, they decided to make friendship the theme, and the lyrics were written for the band members and other fellow musicians.
Their trademark momentum is alive and well in this track, and it’s a fiery song that makes you feel energized just by listening.
companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi
Ketsumeishi’s “Nakama” is a tough-love pep talk for a friend who’s feeling down.
It was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Hagane no Onna,” starring Michiko Kichise, and the music video features Kasumi Arimura and Tomohiro Ichikawa, who also appeared in the show.
A friend’s job isn’t only to offer gentle comfort when someone is depressed.
Sometimes, it’s important to be strict out of love.
That might lead to clashes at first, but true friends will understand your genuine intentions and pick themselves up again.
The song portrays the kind of exchanges that happen only between people bound by deep friendship.
If you and a close friend share that kind of relationship, why not send them a song like this when they’re feeling low?
Hyadain’s Jōjō YūjōHyadain
This song, produced as the opening theme for the anime “Nichijou,” has “friendship” as its theme, which you can somewhat glean from the title.
The lyrics depict the casual, everyday moments spent with friends in a conversational style, conveying the idea that it’s precisely those ordinary days that are truly precious.
Coupled with a chaotic, freewheeling sound that expresses pure fun, it gives the impression of wholeheartedly enjoying the days spent with friends.
