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A lovely friendship song

A collection of classic songs about friends: friendship songs for children

Once children enter kindergarten or nursery school—or even before that—they make close friends, don’t they?

Friends who spend time together from a young age will likely become lifelong best friends.

In this article, we introduce friendship songs you’ll want to listen to with your children.

We’ve gathered songs that depict friendship from among children’s songs, anime theme songs, and trending J-pop that are popular with kids.

Take this opportunity to listen and sing along together and have fun!

Friendship songs for kids: A collection of classic tracks themed around friends (91–100)

Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

Motohiro Hata / Promise of a Sunflower (Short Ver.)
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

It’s a friendship song that sings, “Even when we’re far apart, I’m always wishing for your happiness.” Written and performed by singer-songwriter Motohiro Hata, it was released in 2014 as his 17th single.

Many people have likely heard it, as it was used as the theme song for the film STAND BY ME Doraemon and in numerous commercials.

Hata’s rich yet gentle voice soothes the listener in this poignant and moving ballad.

It reminds us of the importance of caring for others.

Laugh it off ~ Xiao Yi Xiao! ~Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto

Momoiro Clover Z [MV] 'Shou Ichi Shou ~ Xiao Yi Xiao! ~' - MUSIC VIDEO -
Laugh it off ~ Xiao Yi Xiao! ~Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto

Momoiro Clover Z, affectionately known as “Momoclo,” is an idol group active since 2008.

This song was chosen as the theme for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: Burst Serving! Kung Fu Boys ~Ramen Rebellion~, and it’s a friendship song with a Chinese-style sound that expresses the world of the anime.