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 classic tracks themed around new encounters (91–100)
Cherry blossom seasonEXILE ATSUSHI
An inspiring graduation song that accompanies the cherry blossom season.
EXILE ATSUSHI’s warm vocals gently embrace both the sorrow of parting and the hope of a new beginning.
Included on the December 2014 album “Love Ballade,” this piece was also selected as a required song for the NHK All-Japan School Music Competition.
Carried by a tender melody woven by piano and strings, it reflects on school-day memories, farewells with friends, and expectations for the future.
A heartwarming track that we hope those stepping into new surroundings with the arrival of spring will listen to.
Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing
A friendship song by Every Little Thing, whose tenderly penned emotions toward a friend and lyrical vocals bring light to the piece.
As an artist who has captivated many Japanese listeners, it’s a highly fitting work—one you’ll want to hear even at an entrance ceremony.
NostalgiaEvery Little Thing
A friendship song by Every Little Thing that creates a fluffy, dreamlike world with cute vocals and the quintessentially Japanese pop feel that’s so easy on the ears.
The lyrics also perfectly suit Spring High School Baseball, enhancing the atmosphere beautifully.
best friendJuliet
This is a friendship song by Juliet, a rising singer drawing attention from many music lovers.
With its strong themes of school life, the song perfectly fits the entrance ceremony season and makes for a very pleasant listen.
DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song features a light rhythm that evokes the warmth of spring and a melody that gently embraces personal doubts and inner conflict.
It portrays, from Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s characteristically down-to-earth perspective, the emotional wavering everyone experiences in youth—wondering whether it’s okay to be one’s true self.
Created as a symbol of the band’s new phase, it was produced as the theme song for the NHK General special program “Mrs.
GREEN APPLE 18 Festival” in January 2025, and its collaboration with 1,000 18-year-olds generated a huge response.
This track warmly and gently nudges forward those beginning a new chapter in life or searching for their authentic selves.
C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK
A ONE OK ROCK song that sings of hope for the future, themed around friendship and growth.
It’s an uplifting anthem that gives you the courage to take a new step forward while holding dear the precious memories of your youth.
Included on the album “Zankyo Reference,” released in October 2011, it was also used as the ending theme for the TV program “To the Summit of the Earth.” Its blend of Japanese and English lyrics is striking and beloved by fans both in Japan and abroad.
It’s the perfect track for those starting a new chapter in spring or parting ways with cherished friends.
This is a song to listen to when you want to face forward and move on, while embracing memories that are treasures engraved in your heart.
Bye, my friendbokula.
bokula., known for their relatable rock sound and straightforward vocals, captivates with this song themed around friendship and parting, celebrating the precious time spent together.
Included on the album “Seikatsu ni, Yorisoi,” released in May 2022, it went viral on social media and resonated with many listeners.
It’s recommended for those who have experienced farewells with dear friends or who want to cherish the small moments of everyday life.
Why not spend a heartwarming time while feeling the strength of the bonds of friendship?