Friendship songs performed by bands: A collection of classic tracks that portray bonds
Many artists both in Japan and abroad have created songs themed around friendship.
In this article, we’ll spotlight friendship songs by Japanese rock bands in particular!
From tracks that look back on shared memories to songs that express gratitude, you’ll find a variety of stories woven into the music—so take a moment to read the lyrics and listen closely.
We hope this will be helpful not only for those who want to enjoy friendship songs performed by bands, but also for anyone planning to play a friendship song at a school festival or graduation live show.
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Friendship songs played by bands. A collection of classic tracks that depict bonds (11–20)
FRIENDSGOING STEADY
It’s a very light, bouncy, and cheerful track.
The memories with friends up to now are depicted in great detail, and the strong wish to meet again even at the moment of parting conveys the depth of the bond and the strength of the feelings for the time they shared.
When Destinies AlignLOVEBITES
A majestic power metal piece where exhilarating twin guitars intersect with burning passion.
Released on LOVEBITES’ January 2020 album Electric Pentagram, this gem of a track sings of the bond among its five members, brought together not by chance but by fate.
It powerfully depicts the challenge of venturing into the unknown and the strong unity among comrades.
The resolve to overcome hardships and carve out a new future resonates deeply alongside the heavy sound.
As a supportive anthem, this song will gently encourage those striving toward their dreams and those walking the path with cherished companions, staying close to the heart.
Friendgagaga supi
A punk tune that passionately and energetically sings of heartfelt thoughts and gratitude for friends.
Released in May 2013 by Gagaga SP, a band based in Kobe, this rock number was also selected as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime Mushibugyō.
The lyrics, which straightforwardly express feelings for friends who chased their dreams with all they had in their youthful days, leave a strong impression.
It’s recommended as a song to give when you want to convey thanks to a dear friend, or for milestone events such as graduations and weddings.
I willChelsy
Chelsy is a three-piece girls’ rock band.
Their song “I will” drew attention as an insert song for a TV anime based on a hugely popular comic.
Their emotionally rich music and her gentle singing voice bring out a sense of sincerity in listeners.
It’s a song that reaffirms each other’s presence and makes you feel that this connection will continue on.
LailaFLiP
A girls’ rock band that embodies alternative rock.
Their mysterious sound captivates listeners, filling you with excitement and resonating through your whole body.
The intro truly evokes the feeling of friendship, and the steady, pulsing drums seem like the passage of time itself.
Pinball PartyThe 5.6.7.8’s
Pinball Party by The 5.6.7.8’s, with its quintessential rock ’n’ roll riff, makes you want to twist.
The rock that this three-piece dishes out is simple, unadorned, and hits straight.
It’s like how you can feel comfortable even in the silences when you’re with your best friend.
This song evokes a feeling much like that.
Friendship songs performed by bands: A collection of classic tracks that depict bonds (21–30)
I want to burn out.Kino Kohoteru
From the resounding, solitary bass that growls and the distorted guitar sound, to the drums that carve it all in, and the mysteriously haunting vocals that won’t leave your ears—once you hear it, you can’t forget it.
The song is Kinoco Hotel’s “Moetsukitai no.” It’s the one I want to listen to when I’m about to accomplish something and feel like burning out together with it.