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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 (21–30)

You are here.wacci

wacci “You Are Here” Music Video
You are here.wacci

It’s precisely because we have someone precious that we can move forward.

This song is filled with that warm message.

A gently comforting melody and vocals that are both powerful and delicate resonate, leaving a deep impression on the listener’s heart.

Written specifically as the ending theme for the TV anime “Backflip!!,” it perfectly matches the story of the bonds within a boys’ high school rhythmic gymnastics team.

Consider gifting it when you want to say “thank you” to dear friends or teammates, for birthdays or new beginnings.

no planRozarīna

Rosalina “no plan” Music Video (included on the 3rd album “sweet ring”)
no planRozarīna

A song by Rosalina that celebrates the preciousness of friendship.

The lyrics, which depict the everyday moments shared with friends, resonate deeply.

You can feel the sentiment: “Even without a plan, just being with you is enough.” It’s included on the album “sweet ring” and was also used as an insert song in the film “Aibō na Keiji Returns.” The music video, released in May 2024, features Rosalina’s real friends, capturing the natural feel of their friendship.

It’s a recommended track for anyone who wants to cherish the time spent with dear friends.

One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

Released in 2010, this was FUNKY MONKEY BABYS’ 14th single and was chosen as a support song for the summer high school baseball tournament.

True to its theme of the blazing summer of high school ballplayers who stake their youth on the mound, it’s a coming-of-age anthem that heats up your heart just by listening.

It’s packed with feelings for the friends who endured grueling practices together and the teammates who shared both hope and sweat.

Even when you feel like giving up, just hearing it brings back countless memories, making it a song you’ll want to share with the friends you’ll never forget.

DoraemonHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Doraemon (Official Video)
DoraemonHoshino Gen

The light, upbeat rhythm and melody are so enjoyable! This song is by singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, who has created numerous hits like “Koi” and “Sosei,” and it was released in 2018 as his 11th single.

As the title suggests, it’s known as a song from the Doraemon anime series.

It humorously captures the world of Doraemon with Hoshino’s signature arrangement.

Once you hear it, it’ll stick in your head.

Speaking of Doraemon, it’s the story of Doraemon, Nobita, and their friends.

It’s a pop song that conveys friendship, especially recommended for elementary school kids.

Toy Story

You’ve Got a Friend in MeRandy Newman

Randy Newman – You’ve Got a Friend in Me (From “Toy Story 4″/Audio Only)
You've Got a Friend in MeRandy Newman

The warm melody that plays at the start of Disney/Pixar films is a classic that gently embraces viewers’ hearts.

Randy Newman’s composition, themed around irreplaceable friendship, blends elements of country and pop to create an inviting, approachable song.

Included on the soundtrack released in November 1995 and issued as a single the following year, the piece has continued to appear in various arrangements throughout the film series.

In 2002, it was nominated for an Academy Award, cementing its status as one of Disney’s signature songs.

Notable artists such as Michael Bublé have covered it, further expanding its appeal.

It’s a perfect pick when you want to feel the bonds you share with loved ones or be soothed by heartwarming music.

Friendswacci

wacci 'Friends' Short Ver.
Friendswacci

This warm, gently drawn song about everyday life with friends is a single released by wacci in March 2020.

It was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “Uchi Tama?! Have you seen my Tama?” and was written and composed by guitarist Keiji Muranaka.

The lyrics shine a light on the small, ordinary moments of each day and the unchanging routines, carefully weaving bonds with friends and brimming with a kindness that resonates in the heart.

The melody is lively and pleasant, striking a perfect balance with the slightly bittersweet lyrics to create a superb track.

It also works wonderfully as a theme song for school or cultural festivals—an uplifting, heartwarming anthem that colors a page of youth spent with friends.

Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5

Dream5 / Yo-kai Exercise No. 1 <Exercise Video>
Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5

Dream5 was a dance and vocal unit active from 2009 to 2016.

They became widely known across generations after being chosen to perform the ending theme for the popular children’s anime Yo-kai Watch, and that song became a major hit that can be considered their signature track.