Friendship Songs: Rediscover Your Bonds! A Carefully Curated Selection of Moving Masterpieces That Will Bring You to Tears
There are times when we end up parting ways with close friends because of graduation, transferring schools, or starting a job.
Some of you may also have gone through the pain of a big fight that made it hard to make up.
In times like these, what you want to listen to are friendship songs that remind you of just how precious friendship is.
In this article, we’ll introduce moving songs about friendship.
If you’re looking for songs to listen to with friends at graduation, tracks that can help you reconcile after a fight, or tunes to become even closer with your friends, be sure to give these a listen.
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[Friendship Songs] Reaffirm Your Bonds! A Carefully Selected Collection of Moving Masterpieces That Will Bring You to Tears (81–90)
Your Best FriendKuraki Mai
Mai Kuraki’s 37th single, which was used as the ending theme for the TV anime Detective Conan.
With heartwarming lyrics that convey “I’m on your side” to a dear friend without needing to say a word, and a bittersweet yet powerful vocal that resonates deeply, this number celebrates the beauty and preciousness of friendship.
Uguiutakariyushi 58
It’s a passionate cheer song that says, “Even if we’re far apart, we’re connected.
It’s okay—do your best over there too!” It’s a track by Kariyushi 58, an Okinawa-based rock band known for hits like “Anma,” released as their third single in 2008.
The powerful vocals and straightforward sound alone are encouraging.
And the feelings for a friend embedded in the lyrics really come through and hit you.
It might be nice to listen to it while thinking of your friends from your school days.
Friend’s PoemNakamura Ataru
Before your friends are gone from your life, make sure to express your feelings—like your gratitude—to them.
This song by singer-songwriter and actress Nakajima Nakamu (Nakamura Ataru), released in 2006 as her major-label second single, is a grand slow ballad whose sound alone is moving.
Her beautiful, strong-centered vocals are wonderful as well.
The lyrics are said to be based on her real experiences, conveying feelings toward someone with whom she couldn’t even become friends and ended up parting ways.
The more carefully you listen, the more depth you discover—it’s a tearjerker.
Friend ShipHoshino Gen
This is a gentle song that tenderly embraces the warm feelings of parting from and reuniting with someone important, and the hope of meeting again.
Gen Hoshino’s heartfelt vocals and the warm melody evoke the beauty of precious memories and bonds with friends.
Included on the album “YELLOW DANCER,” the track was written as the theme song for the film “Moriyamachu Driving School” and was also used in NTT Docomo’s “Docomo no Long Gakuwari” commercial.
During the “Continues” tour in September 2017, it was performed with passion at Saitama Super Arena.
It’s a heartwarming piece to listen to when you’re thinking of a dear friend you’ve been separated from, or when you’ve made plans to see each other again after a long time.
MABU feat. SoalaAYANE
A heartwarming pop number that portrays the bonds of friendship.
Co-written by AYANE and Soala, it was released in September 2024.
Its brisk rhythm and catchy melody stand out, complemented by clear, captivating vocals.
With simple lyrics, it celebrates the importance of friendship and conveys a bond that remains unchanged even when apart.
The phrase “the strongest MABU (best friend)” is especially memorable, making this the perfect song for looking back on cherished memories with a dear friend.
Recommended for those who want to deepen their friendships or express gratitude to friends who are far away.
FriendKetsumeishi
When it comes to classic songs about parting with friends, Ketsumeishi’s “Tomodachi” surely comes to mind.
Released in 2002, the track reached No.
5 on the Oricon Singles Chart and was used as the ending theme for TV Tokyo’s “JAPAN COUNTDOWN.” The lyrics—singing, “Time has passed since we said goodbye, but my feelings remain the same as back then”—convey the depth of friendship.
If you listen to it together with friends who are going separate ways due to graduation or starting a job, it might add one more memory to cherish.
It’s a song I’d love for you to share with your dear friends!
[Friendship Songs] Reaffirm Your Bonds! A Carefully Selected Collection of Moving Masterpieces That Will Bring You to Tears (91–100)
KizunaORANGE RANGE
“Kizuna,” sung by ORANGE RANGE, is a song about the bonds of friendship.
Incorporating Okinawan instruments such as the sanshin, the track was created with thoughts of the band’s home, Okinawa, in mind.
Released in 2005 as their 12th single, it topped the Oricon weekly charts.
It is also said to be a “song of friendship bonds” dedicated to their drummer KATCHAN, who left the band before the release of “Kizuna.” It’s a classic that expresses a deep bond—thinking of each other even after parting.