Friendship songs to listen to in April: a curated selection of tracks themed around new encounters!
April marks the start of a new school and business year in Japan, and many people begin life in new environments like schools and workplaces.
It’s also a time when new relationships are formed, and when we find ourselves missing the people we used to spend time with.
In this article, we introduce friendship songs perfect for April.
From tracks that celebrate newly blossomed friendships to songs that think of friends far away, and spring-like tunes themed around cherry blossoms—these are all timeless pieces that are impossible not to get emotionally invested in.
May you find a song that stays close to your heart.
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Friendship songs to listen to in April: A curated selection of tracks themed around new encounters! (91–100)
Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya
This work is marked by a warm melody that gently embraces precious memories with friends and the tenderness of parting.
The emotionally rich vocals woven by Masaki Suda and Tomoya Nakamura in their duet beautifully express the value of friendship and gratitude toward companions.
The lyrics, both powerful and delicate, depict the bonds between friends who support each other while facing life’s hardships, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released in August 2020, the song was later included on the album “COLLAGE.” In the music video featuring Tori Matsuzaka, a heartwarming story unfolds in a photography studio.
It’s a perfect track for creating memories with a friend before saying goodbye or for reaffirming the bonds with your cherished companions.
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.
Friendship earringsSakura Endo · Momoko Ozono (Nogizaka Forty-Six)
“Yūjō Pierce,” included on Nogizaka46’s single “Boku wa Boku o Suki ni Naru.” This is a unit song by two members, Sakura Endo and Momoko Ozono, and in the track they perform a guitar-and-vocal duet.
Carried by their cute, gentle vocals, the song portrays the relationship between best friends who have been together for many years.
The girlish lyrics are memorable, comparing the two of them to a pair of earrings—meaningless if only one is worn—symbolizing that their bond only makes sense together.
It’s a song that expresses gratitude to a best friend who stays by your side and makes up quickly even after a quarrel.
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.
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?
Melancholy Cherry Blossomsatarayo
Atoyoi’s graduation ballad beautifully portrays the feeling of wishing to reunite someday in the same place, while savoring familiar scenery and bittersweet memories.
It expresses the emotion of how an ordinary spring landscape suddenly feels special as the moment of parting draws near, through a gentle melody and emotionally rich lyrics.
Released in March 2023, the song tenderly accompanies listeners with vocals and sounds that are at times heartrending and at times warm.
It’s a track for those taking a new step with the arrival of spring, and for anyone experiencing a farewell with a dear friend.
Cherry Blossom MoonSakurazaka46
This song features striking lyrics that dwell on the season of cherry blossoms.
With themes of graduation and farewell, it poignantly weaves together cherry blossoms and human relationships.
Rena Moriya serves as center for the first time, revealing a new side of Sakurazaka46.
Released in February 2023, the track is the group’s fifth single.
It’s a perfect song for elementary school students entering graduation season.
Recommended for those who, in the spring when cherry blossoms bloom, feel a mix of emotions before parting with dear friends.