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 List of Tear-Jerking, Moving Masterpieces (1–10)
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This RADWIMPS song prompts us to reflect on the meaning of friendship and youth.
Known as a staple for graduation season, it was released digitally in January 2024.
It delicately portrays the emotions and struggles of young people, urging listeners to find their own “right answer.” Written specifically for the NHK special program “RADWIMPS 18 Festival,” the piece has since become beloved by many.
It’s a song that helps you notice the important encounters and lessons hidden in everyday life—perfect for times when you want to think about the bonds with your friends and how to face yourself.
Best FriendNishino Kana
When it comes to songs that express gratitude for friendship, Kana Nishino’s “Best Friend” surely comes to mind.
The lyrics convey heartfelt thanks to friends who are connected by a strong bond no matter the circumstances.
Released in 2010, the track became a hit especially among young girls and reached No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart.
The music video, featuring three high school girl models, also beautifully captures the power of friendship.
To deepen the bond with your close friends, be sure to listen to it together!
One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
If you’re interested in baseball, you’ve probably heard this song at least once.
It carries the feeling that “if we push just a little more, the light is waiting,” and conveys a message to comrades and rivals alike: “I’ll give it my all, so you give it yours too.” It’s not a straightforward friendship song, but it strongly expresses youth and camaraderie.
[Friendship Songs] Reaffirm Your Bonds! A Carefully Selected Collection of Moving Masterpieces That Will Bring You to Tears (11–20)
Bye, my friendbokula.
“Bye My Friend” is a song you’ll want to dedicate when sending off a friend with a bright smile.
Released in 2022 by the rock band bokula., this track pairs energetic band performance with a straightforward expression of affection for a friend.
It reminds us that everything we did together—from playing around to arguing—will become good memories.
It’s also great for deepening bonds by singing it together, like doing a group chorus at a farewell party karaoke.
OrangeSPYAIR
This is a heartwarming song that celebrates the fleeting nature of youth and the importance of friendship.
Its melody, symbolizing bittersweet memories, and lyrics woven with a gentle yet powerful message evoke farewells and new encounters with cherished friends.
The track is included on SPYAIR’s EP released in February 2024 and was selected as the theme song for the film Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle.
Capturing the hearts of many listeners, it ranked 8th on the streaming chart published on February 28.
The limited-time production edition also features a jacket with newly drawn artwork from the movie.
It’s a perfect song to listen to with dear friends during the season of graduation and partings.
best friendNEW!SG
A song by SG that I want to give to a dear friend.
As the title suggests, it’s a warm message song themed around the bond with a friend deeply connected at heart.
Life brings many partings—graduations, turning points—but this song straightforwardly sings about an unchanging friendship despite distance, and the hope of meeting again.
Released as a single in March 2022, it resonated with many people, ranking high in LINE MUSIC’s real-time music video charts.
Known for “Bokura Mata,” SG penned this track in his own words, offering not only the sorrow of parting but also the courage to look ahead.
It’s perfect as BGM for graduation season, as well as for times when you want to express gratitude that’s hard to say, or when you’re thinking of a friend far away.
FRIENDS!!!imase
A groovy, catchy pop song that celebrates the beauty of friendships that never change with time.
Blending Shingo Kubota’s sophisticated arrangement with imase’s light, breezy vocals, this piece gently sings about the awkward small talk of seeing an old friend after a long time, the kind of bond that lets you remain innocently childlike no matter how many years pass, and the precious ties that last a lifetime.
Released in February 2025 as the theme song for the collaborative project “Everyone’s Concert” by the live communication app Pococha and Yamaha Corporation, it also features an epic special video created with over 120 performers alongside imase.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you reunite with a best friend after a while or when you’re looking back on memories with cherished companions.