A collection of friendship ballads: songs that portray bonds that resonate with the heart.
Even when we say “friendship songs,” there are so many tracks packed with different stories—some look back on memories of striving and growing together, while others sing about everyday gratitude.
The musical styles also vary widely, from upbeat numbers to gentle ballads.
In this article, we’ll focus specifically on ballad-style friendship songs and introduce some recommended tracks from among the many friendship songs out there.
Take a look at the lyrics as you listen to each song, and be sure to find a new favorite.
Playlist
| A collection of friendship ballads: songs that portray bonds that resonate with the heart. | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | You are my friend.UNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | A warm ballad that brings you closer to someone special |
| 2 | best friendSG |  play_arrow | A warm message song that sings about the bond with friends |
| 3 | Kizuna SongThe Back Horn |  play_arrow | A band’s soul-stirring classic that portrays love for humanity |
| 4 | CorrectRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Singing of friendship and hope for the future on the eve of graduation |
| 5 | Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A song of friendship by Kenshi Yonezu and Masaki Suda |
| 6 | proofflumpool |  play_arrow | A moving classic that sings of the bonds of friendship |
| 7 | Friend ~ If you smilemiwa |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song by miwa that depicts friendship and bonds |
| 8 | I want to be with you.Ayumu Imazu |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song to celebrate a friend's new beginning. |
| 9 | language of flowersNeil |  play_arrow | A heartwarming piece of music that celebrates friendship |
| 10 | I won’t forget the days with you.Te ga kuriimu pan |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that gently sings of memories and bonds |
| 11 | You’re My FriendBuono! |  play_arrow | A song about the struggle of moving from friendship to love |
| 12 | BestieBAND-MAID |  play_arrow | A song of friendship between BAND-MAID and overseas artists |
| 13 | Friendship, you know,Ketsumeishi |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that depicts the bonds with friends and the changes over time |
| 14 | Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | A warm song with the theme of eternal friendship |
| 15 | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | A powerful rock number that sings of friendship and bonds |
| 16 | Stay by my side.Yuika |  play_arrow | A song about the bond with a friend whose friendship doesn’t change even if we fight |
| 17 | You are my friend.Hanaregumi |  play_arrow | Hanaregumi’s songs heal my heart and remind me of my friend. |
| 18 | KizunaORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of hope and bonds |
| 19 | Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Song of comrades facing adversity |
| 20 | If I’m with youLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of the power of friendship and the bonds that unite us. |
| 21 | Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | A hopeful ballad with a warm melody |
| 22 | OrangeSPYAIR |  play_arrow | A moving song about youthful friendship and parting |
| 23 | Because you are hereUru |  play_arrow | A timeless song that gently embraces feelings for someone special |
| 24 | FRIENDS!!!imase |  play_arrow | A pop song that celebrates the wonder of timeless friendship |
| 25 | BetelgeuseYuuri |  play_arrow | An inspiring song about bonds and friendship with a star motif |
| 26 | GarnetOku Hanako |  play_arrow | The heartwarming theme song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time |
| 27 | purplejoōbachi |  play_arrow | An inspiring song by Queen Bee that portrays gratitude and bonds |
| 28 | DREAMERIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of love for music and passion for dreams |
| 29 | JourneyFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the journey of life walked together with a friend |
| 30 | road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE |  play_arrow | A bittersweet yet uplifting friendship song filled with gratitude and encouragement. |
| 31 | Song of a Friendyuzu |  play_arrow | As I become an adult and part from my friends, I remember. |
| 32 | tiesNoda Megumi |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays the bonds of friendship |
| 33 | Song of CandyBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A ballad by BUMP OF CHICKEN about trust and bonds |
| 34 | Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing |  play_arrow | An inspiring masterpiece that sings of the bonds of friendship |
| 35 | BEST FRIENDGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN's Best Friend Theme Song |
| 36 | dear my friendHi-STANDARD |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that powerfully expresses the joy of friendship and reunion |
| 37 | Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin- |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of the preciousness of friendship |
| 38 | Old FriendsYonYon |  play_arrow | A heartwarming musical work that celebrates friendship |
| 39 | Bye, my friendbokula. |  play_arrow | A rock band song about the bonds of friendship |
| 40 | Always Youmilet |  play_arrow | milet’s movie theme song, with friendship and the treasures of life as its themes |
| 41 | You are here.wacci |  play_arrow | A cheer song that portrays gratitude and bonds for someone special |
| 42 | We’ve alwaysikimonogakari |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that conveys the value of friendship, resonating in the heart. |
| 43 | Beast Friendsnishina |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of the depth of friendship |
| 44 | no planRozarīna |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that celebrates the importance of friendship |
| 45 | To my friendShunsuke Kiyokiba |  play_arrow | Moving forward into the future with memories of friendship in my heart |
| 46 | Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru |  play_arrow | Cherishing memories with friends as I head onto a new path |
| 47 | FriendFujii Fumiya & Noritake to Hiromi |  play_arrow | A three-artist collaboration song that portrays friendship |
| 48 | weNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino's classic song that celebrates female friendship |
| 49 | StoryAI |  play_arrow | A Song of Wholehearted Support for a Friend |
| 50 | MABU feat. SoalaAYANE |  play_arrow | A pop number that portrays the bonds of friendship |
| 51 | Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | Doraemon movie theme song by BUMP OF CHICKEN |
| 52 | Best FriendBoA |  play_arrow | BoA’s “Best Friend” is a masterpiece that sings about friendship. |
| 53 | FRIENDSGOING STEADY |  play_arrow | Expressing the depth of friendship with a light, upbeat melody. |
| 54 | allyGReeeeN |  play_arrow | Introducing GReeeeN’s friendship-themed songs |
| 55 | Dear My FriendsHi-STANDARD | play_arrow | A moving friendship song by Hi-Standard |
| 56 | Best FriendKiroro |  play_arrow | Introduction to Kiroro’s signature song “Best Friend” |
| 57 | HarukaLACCO TOWER |  play_arrow | “Haruka” — a friendship song by LACCO TOWER |
| 58 | Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Little Glee Monster Friendship Hymn |
| 59 | ReunionRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Friendship song by RADWIMPS |
| 60 | My friendSKELT 8 BAMBINO |  play_arrow | A warm-bond song that looks back on memories with a friend who has gone away and wishes for a reunion. |
| 61 | BEST FRIENDSMAP |  play_arrow | The Secret of the Popularity of SMAP’s Friendship Songs |
| 62 | Stand by MeSaucy Dog |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that celebrates the bonds of friendship |
| 63 | Best friendSonar Pocket |  play_arrow | Even when we're apart, our hearts are one—a bittersweet song. |
| 64 | A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket |  play_arrow | Sonar Pocket Friendship Song Single |
| 65 | monologueThe Back Horn |  play_arrow | A song of feelings on the way home, wrapped in loneliness |
| 66 | secret base 〜What You Gave Me〜ZONE |  play_arrow | ZONE's hit song “secret base” |
| 67 | If you laugh at the skywacci |  play_arrow | Friendship songs for graduation to listen to with clubmates |
| 68 | Uguiutakariyushi 58 |  play_arrow | An anthem of friendship that keeps us connected even when we’re apart |
| 69 | Dear.achanyu i |  play_arrow | A song that celebrates gratitude and the bond with a best friend |
| 70 | My friendMiyuhan |  play_arrow | A moving song about farewell and reunion with a friendship theme |
| 71 | My Friendyashiki takajin |  play_arrow | Takajin Yashiki’s Friendship Blues Song |
| 72 | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s graduation song, made after the earthquake disaster |
| 73 | Friendshipkingu gidora |  play_arrow | Hip-hop that questions the essence of friendship |
| 74 | Friends are a good thing.CRAZY KEN BAND |  play_arrow | A classic song that celebrates the importance of friendship |
| 75 | Miraclekepura |  play_arrow | An acoustic song with the theme of friendship |
| 76 | budKobukuro |  play_arrow | Gaining light through encounters and farewells |
| 77 | bondhaji→ |  play_arrow | A nostalgic, warm song by Haji→ that portrays the bond with a longtime friend. |
| 78 | MY FRIEND ~Thank you~Bekkī♪# |  play_arrow | A piano ballad filled with feelings for a friend |
| 79 | Friend’s PoemNakamura Ataru |  play_arrow | A song that expresses gratitude to a friend |
| 80 | Your Best FriendKuraki Mai |  play_arrow | Mai Kuraki provides a friendship-themed song as a Detective Conan ending |
| 81 | My friend,taiyozoku |  play_arrow | A youth punk friendship song of the Sun Tribe |
| 82 | You are my friend.Hirai Ken |  play_arrow | A touching song that portrays the importance of friendship |
| 83 | Until we meet againHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A moving ballad that conveys the importance of friendship |
| 84 | Friend ShipHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s Heartfelt Song of Friendship |
| 85 | MIRAIShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | A reggae song that depicts friendship and bonds |
| 86 | My dear best friendShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | A friendship song about growing through competition with friends |
| 87 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A moving song about the importance of friendship |
| 88 | Best FriendNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino's friendship appreciation song |
| 89 | Friends for lifeAoyama Teruma |  play_arrow | Aoyama Thelma’s moving friendship song |
| 90 | To my friendTakahashi Yuu |  play_arrow | A cheer to overcome the past and move forward |
| 91 | FriendHilcrhyme |  play_arrow | Hillclimb’s friendship rap-pop |
| 92 | Hey, my friendMr.forute |  play_arrow | A song that refreshingly portrays the bonds of friendship |
| 93 | Becausebacho |  play_arrow | There was a time when my best friend gave me a push... |
| 94 | BrotherhoodB’z |  play_arrow | The preciousness of a bond that feels like comrades-in-arms, like friendship... |
| 95 | FRIENDSKinKi Kids |  play_arrow | A drama starring the two members of KinKi Kids... |
| 96 | FriendNagabuchi Tsuyoshi |  play_arrow | Nagabuchi delivered with such intensity that you could almost feel his raw passion. |
| 97 | Don’t give upZARD |  play_arrow | When someone says “friendship song,” the first thing that comes to mind is th… |
| 98 | FRIENDSYonekura Chihiro |  play_arrow | Anime “Houshin Engi: Legend of the Immortal World” ending the... |
| 99 | Friend ~I’ll never forget you~AiM |  play_arrow | Digimon friendship song, a bittersweet song of memories |
| 100 | sparklingOda Kazumasa |  play_arrow | A Love Song of Friendship and Promises |