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 roundup of classic tracks themed around new encounters (71–80)
Bewitching Hour NightBikkeburanka VS Okazaki Taiiku
The collaborative track “Bakashi HOUR NIGHT” by Vickeblanka and Okazaki Taiiku.
Created by two artists who each draw a following with their distinctive styles, it’s a uniquely original number unlike anything else.
Be sure to check out the lyrics too, packed with eye-catching and ear-catching wordplay! The song depicts the start of a new life and the deepening bond with new friends you meet there.
Even though you’ve led completely different lives in completely different places, there are people you’re inexplicably drawn to the moment you meet.
This track is all about the excitement of a friendship with such a person that’s about to blossom.
Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa
An unusual success for an indie release, Road of Major’s debut single—and signature song—“Taisetsu na Mono.” It came out in 2002, so some younger listeners may have never heard it.
But it’s a moving friendship anthem for them as well as for the generation that made it a hit.
Many will surely find themselves thinking of someone when they hear this song.
It’s a number that distills youth punk rock into a tight burst, perfect for the cherry blossom season—the time of meetings and farewells.
I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko
Sonoko Inoue is a singer-songwriter who is also active as an actress.
Her clear, translucent voice is captivating and has made her popular among younger generations.
This song, which takes graduation as one of its themes, was created when she was still a high school student.
It resonated with many high schoolers.
I want to put it into words.Sumioka Rina
Rina Sumioka is a singer-songwriter who also appeared on Fuji TV’s hugely popular reality show Terrace House.
This song was created when she graduated from the show.
It expresses her feelings for the friends she lived with.
Someone more important than a friendGoriki Ayame
Her debut single, released in 2013, was used as the theme song for Yamazaki Baking’s “Lunch Pack” commercial.
The “propeller dance” in the chorus became a hot topic.
Gōriki herself called the track the “ultimate friendship song,” and felt it was a tune that could lift your spirits.
Invincible GirlfriendŌhara Sakurako
Sakurako Ohara’s “Invincible Girlfriend” is a perfect song to cheer on a friend who’s giving their all in love.
It’s included on her 2015 album “HAPPY.” With the new season of spring comes new beginnings—and some friends may find a new romance blooming.
When you want to support them, this sparkling, springlike track is highly recommended! With lyrics like “You’ll be okay” and “Even if you fail, switch gears and move on,” this song is sure to become an invincible anthem for a dear friend.
Do your best to be that friend’s invincible warrior too, and help their springtime love come true.
Song of BeginningsOhashi Takuya
Let us introduce a perfect springtime cheer-up song for starting a new chapter: a track released in February 2008 as the solo debut of Takuya Ohashi from Sukima Switch.
Its lyrics, brimming with hope for the future and encouraging you to move forward while valuing your true self, paired with warm acoustic sounds, strike a chord.
It’s truly a song that gently nudges you to take that new first step.
The track was used as the campaign song for major distance-learning company U-Can and reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
The music video features actress Aoi Yoshikura, poignantly portraying a young person setting out on a new path.
It’s a must-listen for new employees and anyone facing changes such as entering a new school or switching careers.