A friendship song that fires up the culture festival/school festival
Many students look forward to the annual cultural and school festivals! There are all kinds of events like food stalls, exhibits, and volunteer performances! In the midst of all that, you probably spend lots of time preparing for the festival and practicing your performance with your close friends, right? In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of friendship-themed songs that are perfect for cultural and school festivals! They’re great for band performances, dance routines, festival theme songs, or even background music for videos! Find the perfect track to color your wonderful memories with your dear friends.
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Friendship songs that hype up the vibe at school cultural festivals (91–100)
foreverBENI
A school event with your best friend—no matter how you look at it, that sounds fun! This is a super happy number that really boosts that mood.
It’s a track by BENI, a singer from Okinawa, released in 2015 as her 26th single.
The music video features Naomi Watanabe, who is also a close friend of BENI in private life.
The warmth of the lyrics—like “Let’s be together forever!”—is wonderful.
As you listen, your heart naturally feels all warm and fuzzy.
As you do, try imagining who that special someone is for you.
STAY GOLDHi-STANDARD
It’s a classic melodic hardcore anthem that energetically declares, “I’ll never forget the words you told me”! It’s one of the signature songs by the rock band Hi-STANDARD, who greatly influenced the scene in later years, included on their 1999 album MAKING THE ROAD.
The driving sound just feels so good to listen to! It’s like the haze in your heart gets blown away somewhere.
If there’s a live performance at a stage event, how about taking on this song?
Friendship songs to hype up a school festival (101–110)
I can do anything.SUSHIBOYS
This song makes you want to treasure the memories of that lively school culture festival with everyone forever.
It’s a track by the hip-hop group SUSHIBOYS from Ogose, Saitama Prefecture, released as a digital single in January 2018.
Set to an energetic beat, it delivers a positive message.
The words “Let’s take on anything—there’s nothing we can’t achieve” are sure to resonate with you and your friends.
Add this wonderful song to your playlist to light up your big event!
Friendgagaga supi
This is a song by Gagaga SP, a gritty, heartfelt youth punk band born in Kobe, centered on the theme of friendship.
The fast, driving punk sound and shout-like vocals leave a strong impression, yet the lyrics carry a tender, love-filled message that speaks gently to a friend.
It’s a fiery track that looks back on memories with precious friends bound by strong ties of mutual trust, while cheering you on as you take the first step toward the future.
Play it at a school festival and it’s guaranteed to bring the house down!
Thank youŌhara Sakurako
That feeling of gratitude toward your friends that you don’t usually manage to say out loud—how about using this song as a boost and sharing it during the special occasion of a school culture festival? It’s a track by Sakurako Ohara, who is also active as an actress, released in 2014 as her debut single.
The straightforward message in the lyrics—“No matter what happened, I was able to keep going because you were there”—is truly moving.
It’s a piece I hope you’ll listen to for nurturing friendship.
FRIENDSOkazaki Taiiku
Okazaki Taiiku, known for the appeal of his unique worldview, portrays the question of what friendship is from an interesting perspective in this song as well.
The first half depicts a longing for friends—reflecting on how they met and seeking companions who can support each other.
However, as the song progresses, it shifts toward the idea that people with many friends are foolish and that being alone is the truly wonderful state.
Watching the music video helps you grasp in detail the true nature of the lyrics, which are presented in a dialogue format.
It’s amusing, yet at the same time, it’s a song that leaves you with a bittersweet feeling.
Best FriendNishino Kana
Released in 2010, Kana Nishino’s song “Best Friend” is also popular at karaoke.
It’s a friendship song that conveys gratitude to a friend you can confide in about things you can’t even tell your family.
During student life, there are times when you face worries too heavy to carry alone.
Having a friend who understands those feelings can really lift you up.
With encouraging lyrics and Kana Nishino’s cute vocals, this is a perfect track to liven up school cultural festivals and campus events.
