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 (81–90)
My dear best friendShonan no Kaze
“Dear My Friend” by Shonan no Kaze portrays the resolve to cheer on a friend while striving not to be outdone yourself.
Released in 2009, the song was used as the theme for the film Drop.
Though the narrator always seems to lose to their friend at everything, even that strong friend sometimes gets discouraged.
Still—never give up! I’ll push myself harder too! It’s a friendship where both inspire each other to grow.
This passionate message, more than just a simple ‘Do your best,’ is sure to reach a friend’s heart at the start of a new spring journey.
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro
It’s the 17th single, released in 2014, and was used as the theme song for Toho’s 3DCG animated film “STAND BY ME Doraemon.” The song is linked to the movie and expresses precious, heartfelt feelings toward a best friend.
Under the same skyayaka
Ayaka’s 2009 release “Minna Sora no Shita” conveys the message that no matter where you are or when it is, you’re never alone.
A friend who leaves their hometown in spring to try their best on their own may sometimes carry loneliness unseen by others.
The lyrics say that you can make anyone smile and that you have the strength to overcome any hardship—and above all, that you are not alone.
Those words will gently embrace the heart of a friend who feels lonely.
Since the sky connects us wherever we are, why not share this song with the message: if anything happens, you can always reach out to me?
weNishino Kana
Kana Nishino’s “Watashitachi” (“Us”) is a song about herself and a friend who know everything about each other.
Released in 2012, it was chosen as the theme song for the film “Girl.” It’s about someone with whom you can talk about anything—love stories, complaints—and whose mere presence saves your heart when times are tough.
Even when spring comes and you each set off on separate paths, the thread of friendship does not break.
No matter how many years go by, you’ll want to stay close—so listen while thinking of that dear friend.
Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako
A memorable J-pop song with a breezy pop feel and wistful melody, it gently encourages those stepping into a new life with the arrival of spring.
It conveys feelings for “you,” who are devoted to baseball, by entrusting them to the arc of a white ball, tenderly enveloping precious memories and farewells.
Takako Matsu’s clear, translucent voice soothes the anxieties deep within the heart.
Released as her debut single in March 1997, it reached No.
8 on the Oricon chart and was also featured in an NTT commercial.
A decade later, a version with new lyrics was released, adding greater depth to the work.
It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone standing at a crossroads in life or about to take a new step forward.
10-year cherry blossomsAKB48
A heartwarming AKB48 song that accompanies the season of graduations and farewells.
Its lyrics, depicting friends vowing to reunite in ten years, beautifully capture the universal loneliness of parting and the hope for the future.
Released in March 2009, the track became the group’s first to reach the Oricon Top 3.
It’s a gentle push for those taking a new step with the arrival of spring, and is also recommended as background music for send-offs and graduation ceremonies.
Friendship songs to listen to in April: A collection of classic tracks themed around new encounters (91–100)
highschool♡loveE-girls
This is a friendship song by E-girls, brimming with energy thanks to its catchy vocals and powerful, danceable performance.
Because the lyrics are about student life, it’s highly suitable for entrance ceremonies, creating a pleasant, moody atmosphere.