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!
Playlist
| A collection of classic songs about friends: friendship songs for children | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | That’s a friend.Sakushi: Higurashi Shinzou / Sakkyoku: Morimoto Kiyoto |  play_arrow | A warm message song that sings the wonders of friendship |
| 2 | Everyone falls in love with someone.Sakushi: Sakata Osamu / Sakkyoku: Hayashi Akira |  play_arrow | A warm message song to cheer on entering elementary school |
| 3 | This is the friend-making factoryKannuim Kumiko |  play_arrow | Having fun with new friends at the entrance ceremony |
| 4 | best friendSG |  play_arrow | A warm message song that sings about the bond with friends |
| 5 | proofflumpool |  play_arrow | A moving classic that sings of the bonds of friendship |
| 6 | Best friendSnow Man |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song filled with gratitude for friendship |
| 7 | f.r.i.e.n.d.sHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song depicting friendship and bonds |
| 8 | Friends again tomorrowNishiwaki Yui |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays the pure friendship of children |
| 9 | RAINSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A song that makes you feel the importance of friendship and time |
| 10 | Precious frienddōyō |  play_arrow | A moving graduation song that celebrates friendship and growth |
| 11 | Flower SongGReeeeN |  play_arrow | Was GReeeeN (Green) formed in 2002...? |
| 12 | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A grand composition that depicts the universe and life |
| 13 | Friendship Hymndōyō |  play_arrow | A cheerful song about friendship, fun for everyone to sing together. |
| 14 | Friendship HymnAmerika min’yō (sakushi: Sakata Hiroo) | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that conveys friendship and unity |
| 15 | A Song for a Friendsonā poketto |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings about the bonds of friendship |
| 16 | FRIENDS!!!imase |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays the bonds of friendship |
| 17 | You are here.wacci |  play_arrow | A cheer song that portrays gratitude and bonds for someone special |
| 18 | primary colorsYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI's signature song depicting friendship |
| 19 | smileikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A cheer song filled with love and thoughts for a friend |
| 20 | DoraemonHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s “Doraemon” is a pop song brimming with friendship. |
| 21 | Ponyo on the CliffFujioka Fujimaki & Oohashi Nozomi |  play_arrow | The theme song of Ponyo and Nozomi Ohashi’s cute singing voice |
| 22 | no planRozarīna |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that celebrates the importance of friendship |
| 23 | HappinessAI |  play_arrow | AI Friendship Song Masterpiece |
| 24 | One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | A passionate youth anthem cheering on high school baseball |
| 25 | 100% for youkyarī pamyu pamyu |  play_arrow | The importance of wholeheartedly expressing your feelings to your friends |
| 26 | Best FriendNishino Kana |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of gratitude and the bond with a best friend |
| 27 | Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5 |  play_arrow | Dream5 (Dream Five) is a 200... |
| 28 | Anpanman’s Marchdoriimingu |  play_arrow | Dreaming has been active since 1988... |
| 29 | treasurewacci |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of friendship and courage |
| 30 | Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | A warm song with the theme of eternal friendship |
| 31 | Sketchaimyon |  play_arrow | A movie theme song with Aimyon’s gentle everyday-life depiction |
| 32 | We againSG |  play_arrow | A smash hit that gently expresses gratitude to a friend |
| 33 | Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the brilliance of youth and the importance of friendship |
| 34 | BEST FRIENDGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A heartwarming masterpiece by GReeeeN that portrays the friendships of youth. |
| 35 | 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. |
| 36 | Friendswacci |  play_arrow | wacci song depicts friendship |
| 37 | Invincible GirlfriendŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | A song by Sakurako Ohara about friendship and love |
| 38 | DREAMERIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of love for music and passion for dreams |
| 39 | Song of a Friendyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s famous song that depicts the warmth of friendship |
| 40 | You are my friend.Hirai Ken |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song by Ken Hirai that celebrates friendship |
| 41 | Let’s sing a songDaiji MAN Burazāzu Bando |  play_arrow | Enrollment support song, Shin-chan ending theme |
| 42 | You’ve Got a Friend in MeRandy Newman |  play_arrow | Disney/Pixar's iconic songs resonate with the heart. |
| 43 | A friend of a friendOkazaki Taiiku |  play_arrow | A relatable song by Okazaki Taiiku that depicts human relationships |
| 44 | dear my friendHi-STANDARD |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that powerfully expresses the joy of friendship and reunion |
| 45 | C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Singing about unwavering friendship and the importance of memories |
| 46 | Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin- |  play_arrow | A warm song that celebrates the importance of friendship |
| 47 | A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age pop tune that sings about the bonds of friendship |
| 48 | Old FriendsYonYon |  play_arrow | A heartwarming musical work that celebrates friendship |
| 49 | Friendgagaga supi |  play_arrow | A rock-infused youth anthem celebrating friendship and gratitude |
| 50 | Friend ShipHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s Heartfelt Song of Friendship |
| 51 | My dear best friendShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | A moving song depicting the bonds of friendship and growth |
| 52 | My precious friendHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya |  play_arrow | A gentle song that portrays warm bonds and embraces a child's heart |
| 53 | allyGReeeeN |  play_arrow | Theme song 'Ally' for GReeeeN's film 'Haw' |
| 54 | So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A cheer song by Little Glee Monster |
| 55 | Listening to your dreams, I come up with ideas that make me laugh!aimyon |  play_arrow | An insert song from a Doraemon movie, a heartwarming pop song |
| 56 | Friendshipkingu gidora |  play_arrow | Realizing the importance of my relationship with my best friend |
| 57 | You are my friend.Dizunī |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings about the importance of friendship |
| 58 | At any timeYugeda Kensuke |  play_arrow | A gentle song that expresses gratitude at the milestone of turning ten |
| 59 | People and PeopleYugeda Kensuke |  play_arrow | Warm music that sings about the importance of encounters |
| 60 | Everyone, everyone is shining.Yugeda Kensuke |  play_arrow | A message of encouragement to children singing of spring's hope |
| 61 | Bestieyuka |  play_arrow | A song about gratitude to friends and supporting each other |
| 62 | To become friendsdōyō |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that conveys the importance of friends |
| 63 | Everyone is friendsdōyō |  play_arrow | A graduation song that sings about parting from friends and the bonds we share |
| 64 | Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A heartwarming BUMP OF CHICKEN classic that portrays friendship |
| 65 | TwinsCHiCO with HoneyWorks |  play_arrow | A song by CHiCO and HoneyWorks that sings about friendship |
| 66 | companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyGood Coming |  play_arrow | Walk a path you can be proud of in life. |
| 67 | Your SongHey! Say! JUMP |  play_arrow | Hey! Say! JUMP’s moving love-themed cheer song |
| 68 | Best FriendKiroro |  play_arrow | An inspiring masterpiece that expresses friendship, “A Long Time” |
| 69 | My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | The deep bond with a best friend and the importance of friendship |
| 70 | Hey, my friendMr.forute |  play_arrow | A song that refreshingly portrays the bonds of friendship |
| 71 | Just a FriendMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A heartrending song about the sense of distance between friends. |
| 72 | friendNMB48 |  play_arrow | NMB48’s famous song that sings about friendship, “Rashikunai” |
| 73 | ReunionRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS's famous song about friendship |
| 74 | HarukaYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song by YOASOBI that colors memories |
| 75 | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE |  play_arrow | ZONE’s classic song that colors the memories of summer |
| 76 | Always Youmilet |  play_arrow | A song by milet for a movie theme that sings about friendship |
| 77 | Stay by my side.Yuika |  play_arrow | Yuika’s coming-of-age song that’s popular on TikTok |
| 78 | We’ve alwaysikimonogakari |  play_arrow | Ikimono-gakari's heart-touching songs |
| 79 | My friendMiyuhan |  play_arrow | Hit friendship song of Kemono Friends |
| 80 | You’re my friend.Kingu Kurīmusōda |  play_arrow | A kids’ friendship song from Yo-kai Watch |
| 81 | My friend — from here on out, forever…Ketsumeishi |  play_arrow | A friendship anthem to cheer on those about to graduate |
| 82 | My friend—now and forever…Ketsumeishi | play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s friendship song, a movie theme song |
| 83 | Maybe because we’re friends.Koresawa |  play_arrow | A song that sings of bonds with friends and the warmth of the heart |
| 84 | You are my friend.Daiamondo Yukai |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings the importance of friendship |
| 85 | You are my friend.Daiamondo☆Yukai |  play_arrow | Introduction to Toy Story friendship songs |
| 86 | Bond.haji→ |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that conveys the importance of friendship |
| 87 | Poppy Pappy DayPupukko (CV: Makino Yui) & Pipimi (CV: Watanabe Yui) |  play_arrow | “Pop Team Epic” ending theme |
| 88 | I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko |  play_arrow | A song by Sonoko Inoue that sings about the loneliness of graduation and friendship |
| 89 | Your Best FriendKuraki Mai |  play_arrow | Conan ending theme: an encouraging song sung by Mai Kuraki |
| 90 | Thank you.Ōhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | Ohara Sakurako’s song of gratitude conveys the heart |
| 91 | FRIENDSOkazaki Taiiku |  play_arrow | Okazaki Taiiku’s friendship song, a bubbly tune |
| 92 | Crocodile and Little BirdKimura Kaera |  play_arrow | Kaela Kimura’s cute friendship song |
| 93 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Singing the heart that thinks of friends even when far apart. |
| 94 | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu is a male duo that has been active since 1996... |
| 95 | FlenjerOtsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka is a female artist who has been active since 2003… |
| 96 | road movieTakahashi Yuu |  play_arrow | Yu Takahashi is an autumn ... who has been active since 2008. |
| 97 | Friends ForeverB.B.WAVES |  play_arrow | A pop song that breezily portrays friendship and memories |
| 98 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A cheering song that depicts the brilliance and bitterness of youth |
| 99 | Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala |  play_arrow | yosugala's new theme song of bonds |
| 100 | Laugh it off ~ Xiao Yi Xiao! ~Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | Momoiro Clover Z is called “Momoclo”… |