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.
Playlist
| Friendship songs performed by bands: A collection of classic tracks that portray bonds | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Friend’s Songberii guddoman | play_arrow | A passionate track that sings of the bonds of friendship |
| 2east | You are my friend.UNISON SQUARE GARDEN | play_arrow | A warm ballad that brings you closer to someone special |
| 3east | best friendSG | play_arrow | A warm message song that sings about the bond with friends |
| 4east | Words of FarewellFLOW | play_arrow | A youthful punk cover of a Kaientai song by FLOW |
| 5east | Kizuna SongThe Back Horn | play_arrow | A band’s soul-stirring classic that portrays love for humanity |
| 6east | proofflumpool | play_arrow | A moving classic that sings of the bonds of friendship |
| 7east | CorrectRADWIMPS | play_arrow | Singing of friendship and hope for the future on the eve of graduation |
| 8east | BEST FRIENDGReeeeN | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of friendship |
| 9east | Express Ticket and RhythmConton Candy | play_arrow | Depicting the struggles of youth through a movie theme song |
| 10east | BestieBAND-MAID | play_arrow | A song of friendship between BAND-MAID and overseas artists |
| 11east | BEST FRIENDSMAP | play_arrow | SMAP's smash hit song, a song of gratitude to friends |
| 12east | Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad | play_arrow | A hopeful ballad with a warm melody |
| 13east | We’ve alwaysikimonogakari | play_arrow | An uplifting song that conveys the value of friendship, resonating in the heart. |
| 14east | Friendship, you know,Ketsumeishi | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that depicts the bonds with friends and the changes over time |
| 15east | dear my friendHi-STANDARD | play_arrow | A masterpiece that powerfully expresses the joy of friendship and reunion |
| 16east | My dear best friendShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | A moving song depicting the bonds of friendship and growth |
| 17east | Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | BUMP farewell friendship song |
| 18east | Dear My FriendsHi-STANDARD | play_arrow | A moving friendship song by Hi-Standard |
| 19east | best friendKALMA | play_arrow | A classic song that sings of unwavering friendship |
| 20east | A Song for a Friendsonā poketto | play_arrow | A rock song that sings of friendship and resonates with the heart |
| 21east | Foerver FriendsD-51 | play_arrow | The album released in 2008, “BEST OF…” |
| 22east | together; along with; bothWANIMA | play_arrow | The 2016 single “JUICE U… |
| 23east | FriendKetsumeishi | play_arrow | The che… of a rapper band popular across a wide range of generations |
| 24east | When Destinies AlignLOVEBITES | play_arrow | A power metal anthem that portrays the bonds between comrades |
| 25east | Friends ForeverB.B.WAVES | play_arrow | A pop song that breezily portrays friendship and memories |
| 26east | Song of CandyBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | A ballad by BUMP OF CHICKEN about trust and bonds |
| 27east | You are here.wacci | play_arrow | A cheer song that portrays gratitude and bonds for someone special |
| 28east | Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu | play_arrow | A song that portrays the brilliance of youth and the importance of friendship |
| 29east | Miraclekepura | play_arrow | Kep1er's friendship song, singing about the bonds of youth |
| 30east | doppelgängerkessoku bando | play_arrow | Bocchi the Rock! The Movie Opening Theme Song |
| 31east | SWEET TEMPTATIONAldious | play_arrow | The addictive, dark sound of Aldious |
| 32east | the non-fiction daysBAND-MAID | play_arrow | The powerful and beautiful sound of BAND-MAID |
| 33east | Shangri-LaChatmonchy | play_arrow | Chatmonchy's uniquely rhythmic song |
| 34east | I willChelsy | play_arrow | Chelsy’s gentle singing voice heals the heart |
| 35east | LailaFLiP | play_arrow | An alternative rock girls' band |
| 36east | Special BoyfriendGO-BANG’S | play_arrow | A female rock band that was active during the band boom of 1989 |
| 37east | We’ll meet again.KIX-S | play_arrow | About KIX-S’s classic song “Mata Aeru” (“We’ll Meet Again”) |
| 38east | Kiss me right nowLINDBERG | play_arrow | Encouraging each other’s friendship with a classic song by LINDBERG |
| 39east | Lovely MagicLe Lien | play_arrow | A girls' rock band composed of reader models |
| 40east | Hey, my friendMr.forute | play_arrow | A song that refreshingly portrays the bonds of friendship |
| 41east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A cheering song that depicts the brilliance and bitterness of youth |
| 42east | C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK | play_arrow | Singing about unwavering friendship and the importance of memories |
| 43east | Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism | play_arrow | Song of comrades facing adversity |
| 44east | ONE STEPPEARL | play_arrow | Her singing voice soars like a hawk, a message to a friend with whom she shares a deep bond. |
| 45east | Soldier GirlsRick Rack | play_arrow | Passionate, powerful performances after Rick Rack’s breakup |
| 46east | Girl SSCANDAL | play_arrow | A song that expresses SCANDAL’s rock spirit |
| 47east | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO | play_arrow | SHISHAMO’s “Ashita mo” is an energizing song |
| 48east | petalSORAMIMI | play_arrow | SORAMIMI expresses friendship with a floaty-feeling track |
| 49east | OrangeSPYAIR | play_arrow | A moving song about youthful friendship and parting |
| 50east | I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER | play_arrow | A heart-stirring song that conveys precious bonds and hope |
| 51east | Cherry BombSilent Siren | play_arrow | Silent Siren's "Cherry Bomb" is wonderful. |
| 52east | Best friendSnow Man | play_arrow | Snow Man, the popular dance group, with heartwarming lyrics |
| 53east | Pinball PartyThe 5.6.7.8’s | play_arrow | The simple comfort of rock and roll |
| 54east | summer festivalWhiteberry | play_arrow | The classic song “Natsumatsuri” by Whiteberry and the memories it brings |
| 55east | Bye, my friendbokula. | play_arrow | A rock band song about the bonds of friendship |
| 56east | FRIENDS!!!imase | play_arrow | A pop song that celebrates the wonder of timeless friendship |
| 57east | Greasenoodles | play_arrow | The Appeal of Grease by noodles |
| 58east | LOVE TRIPthe peggies | play_arrow | Healing rock by the peggies |
| 59east | POOLtricot | play_arrow | tricot “POOL” is the transparency of emotional expression |
| 60east | Back to backЯeal | play_arrow | A current high school girls' band shocks the music scene |
| 61east | Ring Dingaimyon | play_arrow | A heartwarming song by Aimyon that depicts friendship |
| 62east | Charonnegoto | play_arrow | Negoto’s alternative rock song “Charon” |
| 63east | Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto | play_arrow | A warm song with the theme of eternal friendship |
| 64east | Black people and meamaririsu | play_arrow | The rebellious spirit and freedom of the amaryllis |
| 65east | Friendgagaga supi | play_arrow | A rock-infused youth anthem celebrating friendship and gratitude |
| 66east | I want to burn out.Kino Kohoteru | play_arrow | Burnout Fight Song by Kinoko Hotel |
| 67east | Full Moon Rock ‘n’ RollKorobokkuruzu | play_arrow | A song that sings about the nostalgic feelings of the Korobokkuru. |
| 68east | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa | play_arrow | A rock ballad depicting friendship and farewell |
| 69east | Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays friendship and gratitude |
| 70east | NOW ON AIRakai kouen | play_arrow | Red Park’s rock songs give me hope and power. |
| 71east | Bye-Bye ShowBiSH | play_arrow | A classic song about friendship and farewell, BiSH's moving track. |
| 72east | FRIENDSGOING STEADY | play_arrow | Expressing the depth of friendship with a light, upbeat melody. |
| 73east | my friendHY | play_arrow | A refreshing, feel-good song by HY that sings about feelings for a best friend |
| 74east | Best FriendKiroro | play_arrow | A classic song about friendship: the importance of gratitude and bonds |
| 75east | friendNMB48 | play_arrow | A moving song that celebrates eternal friendship |
| 76east | KizunaORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | A moving classic that sings of the bonds of friendship |
| 77east | I won’t say goodbye.PERSONZ | play_arrow | A Melody That Brings Back Memories and Friendship |
| 78east | DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS | play_arrow | Princess Princess’s signature song “Diamond” |
| 79east | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI's classic that portrays true friendship |
| 80east | The Song of BeginningsTHE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE | play_arrow | A warm song for a new life, deepening the bonds of friendship |
| 81east | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE | play_arrow | A representative song by ZONE, with heartrending lyrics that long for a reunion |
| 82east | one’s true feelingssumika | play_arrow | An uplifting youth anthem that sings of the strength of friendship |
| 83east | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu | play_arrow | Kitagawa and Iwasawa, who met through their passion for music |
| 84east | Song of a Friendyuzu | play_arrow | Yuzu’s smash hit song, Friendship and Memories |
| 85east | bondhaji | play_arrow | A passionate masterpiece that teaches the importance of friendship |
| 86east | My friend,taiyozoku | play_arrow | A youth punk friendship song of the Sun Tribe |
| 87east | Gravity zero-gravityShonen Naifu | play_arrow | The pure punk rock of Shonen Knife |
| 88east | Best FriendNishino Kana | play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s classic anthem celebrating friendship |
| 89east | If you laugh at the skywacci | play_arrow | An inspiring, moving song that portrays friendship |
| 90east | Young PeopleZūkaraderu | play_arrow | A rock band song that sings about the bonds of friendship |
| 91east | Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan | play_arrow | It’s a song that’s also famous as a wedding song. |
| 92east | Let’s play despairHaruka to Miyuki | play_arrow | From the very start of the intro, a somehow nostalgic scent wafts… |
| 93east | The world goes crazy for your smile.Bando ja nai mon! | play_arrow | Among fans, they are affectionately called Banmon... |
| 94east | companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyGood Coming | play_arrow | The 2013 album “Good Co…” |
| 95east | ReunionRADWIMPS | play_arrow | The 2013 album “×と○と罪と” (X to O to Tsumi to)… |
| 96east | A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket | play_arrow | The 2009 album “Sonapokeism…” |
| 97east | Your Best FriendKuraki Mai | play_arrow | Speaking of famous songs that portray heartrending friendship, Mai Kuraki… |
| 98east | Friends are a good thing.CRAZY KEN BAND | play_arrow | With richly developed characters and high-caliber performances… |
| 99east | Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing | play_arrow | Consisting of the two members Kaori Mochida and Ichiro Ito… |
| 100east | Friendswacci | play_arrow | wacci song depicts friendship |


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