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 Curated Selection of Moving Masterpieces That Will Bring You to Tears (21–30)
To my friendTakahashi Yuu
Takahashi Yu, known for his straightforward lyrics and worldview, has put his cheers into a song for all friends who are struggling right now.
It’s a track with a direct message that pierces the heart: no matter what wounds you carry from the past, you have to keep moving forward and live.
I especially want those who feel bound by their past to listen to it.
Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu
A song widely known among students, having been selected as the set piece for the 80th NHK All-Japan School Music Competition, and also popular as a graduation song.
Originally, Yuzu wrote it for their staff after the Great East Japan Earthquake on March 11, 2011.
With a message that our bonds won’t disappear no matter how far apart we are, listening to this song while remembering it was created after the disaster can bring you to tears.
The dear friends who are right beside us now may one day be far away.
Thinking that way makes the time we spend together feel all the more precious.
[Friendship Songs] Reaffirm your bonds! A carefully curated selection of moving masterpieces that will bring you to tears (31–40)
CHARMWANIMA
A song by WANIMA characterized by a powerful punk-rock sound and an uplifting message.
Included on their major-label first album “Everybody!!,” released in January 2018, it was also used in commercials for Kikkoman and “Juken ni in Jelly.” The lyrics convey a sense of connection that transcends the bond and distance between the band and their fans.
Teaching the importance of believing in yourself and continuing to have the courage to move forward even in difficult times, this track is recommended for those who want to reaffirm friendship and bonds.
Slow & EasyHirai Dai
How about a gentle, everlasting-summer song that sings, “I love the ocean when I’m watching it with you”? It’s a track by singer-songwriter Dai Hirai and the title song of his third album, released in 2015.
Even the sound alone conjures up an image of a vast blue sea.
The lyrics, which ask, “What is true happiness?”, make you realize what truly matters in life.
It’s great to listen to on your own, and I highly recommend it as a song to gift to a friend.
You are my friend.Hirai Ken
Ken Hirai wrote the song “Kimi wa Tomodachi” around the theme of friendship.
Chosen as the theme song for the drama “Wonderful Life,” it’s a moving piece that expresses heartfelt feelings for a dear friend.
Let’s laugh together and cry together—if anything happens, I’ll always come to be by your side.
Hearing someone say that would make anyone happy.
Listening to this song, I feel the warmth of caring for others, and that true friendship is not just about relying on each other but about mutual support.
When you have to part from a close friend due to transferring schools or moving on to a new stage, why not send them this song?
and/then/by/with/hand (te-form particle; meaning depends on context)Ueno Daiki
An emotional song by Daiki Ueno that portrays the importance of human connection.
Its warm acoustic guitar and gentle vocals resonate deeply.
While singing about blue skies and feelings of loneliness, it conveys the value of giving voice to your feelings and singing a favorite song when you’re sad, overflowing with kindness that comforts listeners.
Released in December 2020 and especially popular among younger generations, the track was later included on the April 2023 album “Shinryoku.” It’s a recommended song for moments when you want to rediscover everyday happiness or reaffirm the feeling of caring for someone.
A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket
“Tomodachi ni Okuru Uta” (A Song to Give to a Friend) is Sonar Pocket’s third single, released in 2009.
It was issued as a single from the album “Sonapocketism 1: Shiawase no Katachi,” released the same year, and was included in Konami’s arcade game jubeat ripples.
Its lyrics, which portray boys’ friendship, are refreshing and pair perfectly with the pop, fast-paced sound.
It’s the ideal track when you want to give your all for exams or job hunting, so be sure to listen to “Tomodachi ni Okuru Uta” and take on the challenge!
