An emotional friendship song. A roundup of classic tracks that sing about bonds with friends and shared memories.

Among friendship songs, what kind of vibe do you like?

There are songs that express everyday gratitude, songs about striving toward the same goal, songs that cheer on friends—so many different stories, right?

And the styles range from catchy, upbeat tracks to moving ballads.

In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of especially “emo” friendship songs, focusing on lyrical themes and overall mood.

Alongside tracks that grab you the moment you listen, there are plenty with lyrics that quietly sink in—so be sure to read the words as you listen.

Playlist

An emotional friendship song. A roundup of classic tracks that sing about bonds with friends and shared memories.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	You are my friend.UNISON SQUARE GARDEN		A warm ballad that brings you closer to someone special
2	treasurewacci		A cheering song where the bonds with friends become strength
3	best friendSG		A warm message song that sings about the bond with friends
4	footprint(s)Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster’s moving graduation song
5	MemoriesNiziU		A moving song that depicts NiziU’s spring memories
6	far; distant; by farGRe4N BOYZ		Sing of setting out on a journey toward dreams and a heart of gratitude
7	Friend ~ If you smilemiwa		A heartwarming song by miwa that depicts friendship and bonds
8	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s signature ballad that expresses gratitude to a loved one
9	FlenjerOtsuka Ai		A song that cheers you on with the Friendship Sentai
10	sunflowerYūsuke		A cheering song that conveys feelings of gratitude, by Yusuke Kamiji
11	If you laugh at the skywacci		A cheer for those who strive, a song of friendship
12	proofflumpool		A moving classic that sings of the bonds of friendship
13	Until we meet againHirai Dai		A ballad by Dai Hirai that portrays parting and reunion
14	Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		A song of friendship by Kenshi Yonezu and Masaki Suda
15	That dayWaT		A song of bonds with companions who pursue their dreams
16	CorrectRADWIMPS		Singing of friendship and hope for the future on the eve of graduation
17	My WayDef Tech		An anthem that moves forward together with comrades
18	Friend’s PoemNakamura Ataru		A song that contemplates the difficulty of male-female friendship and the boundary between love and friendship.
19	language of flowersNeil		A heartwarming piece of music that celebrates friendship
20	HarukaYOASOBI		A life story watched over by a mug
21	Rough MakerBUMP OF CHICKEN		When I’m feeling so down that I’m on the verge of tears…
22	allyGReeeeN		Introducing GReeeeN’s friendship-themed songs
23	KizunaORANGE RANGE		A heartwarming song that sings of hope and bonds
24	Sketchaimyon		A moving song that portrays the friendship between Doraemon and Nobita
25	You’ve Got a Friend in MeRandy Newman		Disney/Pixar's iconic songs resonate with the heart.
26	StoryAI		The importance of friendship and the resolve to support one another
27	I want to be with you.Ayumu Imazu		A heartwarming song to celebrate a friend's new beginning.
28	dear my friendHi-STANDARD		A masterpiece that powerfully expresses the joy of friendship and reunion
29	Bye, my friendbokula.		A rock band song about the bonds of friendship
30	Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin-		A warm song that celebrates the importance of friendship
31	Friendship, you know,Ketsumeishi		A heartwarming song that depicts the bonds with friends and the changes over time
32	If I’m with youLittle Glee Monster		A heartwarming song that sings of the power of friendship and the bonds that unite us.
33	ReunionRADWIMPS		Friendship song by RADWIMPS
34	Best FriendNishino Kana		Kana Nishino's friendship appreciation song
35	Becausebacho		There was a time when my best friend gave me a push...
36	Stand by MeSaucy Dog		An inspiring song that celebrates the bonds of friendship
37	telepathyORANGE RANGE		A song that connects hearts, a bond that resonates across distance
38	blue skyUeno Daiki		A song of a journey filled with openness and hope
39	Dear My FriendsHi-STANDARD		A moving friendship song by Hi-Standard
40	Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		A warm song with the theme of eternal friendship
41	BetelgeuseYuuri		An inspiring song about bonds and friendship with a star motif
42	My friendMiyuhan		A moving song about farewell and reunion with a friendship theme
43	I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER		A heart-stirring song that conveys precious bonds and hope
44	sunflowerAdo		A song of courage to face forward and move on like a sunflower
45	primary colorsYOASOBI		YOASOBI's signature song depicting friendship
46	Dance of YouthSenchimirimentaru		A cheering song that portrays friendship and growth
47	FRIENDSGOING STEADY		Expressing the depth of friendship with a light, upbeat melody.
48	My friend,taiyozoku		A youth punk friendship song of the Sun Tribe
49	Friend ShipHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s Heartfelt Song of Friendship
50	BEST FRIENDGReeeeN		GReeeeN's Best Friend Theme Song
51	Beast Friendsnishina		A heartwarming song that sings of the depth of friendship
52	Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru		Cherishing memories with friends as I head onto a new path
53	Friendgagaga supi		A powerful song by Gagaga SP that sings of fiery friendship
54	Friends are a good thing.CRAZY KEN BAND		A classic song that celebrates the importance of friendship
55	You are my friend.Hirai Ken		A touching song that portrays the importance of friendship
56	Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism		Song of comrades facing adversity
57	OrangeSPYAIR		A moving song about youthful friendship and parting
58	Beloved daysyangusukinii		A song that depicts the process of deepening friendship
59	My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster female friendship
60	Friendshipkingu gidora		Hip-hop that questions the essence of friendship
61	My dear best friendShonan no Kaze		A friendship song about growing through competition with friends
62	tiesNoda Megumi		A heartwarming song that portrays the bonds of friendship
63	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		A moving song that portrays friendship and youth
64	We’ve alwaysikimonogakari		An uplifting song that conveys the value of friendship, resonating in the heart.
65	Friend ~I’ll never forget you~AiM		Digimon friendship song, a bittersweet song of memories
66	Hey, my friendMr.forute		A song that refreshingly portrays the bonds of friendship
67	Friendshipekōzu		A masterpiece by Jinsei Tsuji’s ECHOES that resonates with the heart
68	Bond.haji→		A passionate, moving song that depicts the friendship between men
69	Always Youmilet		milet’s movie theme song, with friendship and the treasures of life as its themes
70	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A powerful rock number that sings of friendship and bonds
71	FRIENDS!!!imase		A pop song that celebrates the wonder of timeless friendship
72	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		An encouraging and supportive song that stands by people going through difficulties
73	no planRozarīna		An inspiring song that celebrates the importance of friendship
74	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A rock ballad depicting friendship and farewell
75	GarnetOku Hanako		The heartwarming theme song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
76	Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya		A heartwarming song that portrays friendship and gratitude
77	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		A bittersweet yet uplifting friendship song filled with gratitude and encouragement.
78	Song of a Friendyuzu		As I become an adult and part from my friends, I remember.
79	Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing		An inspiring masterpiece that sings of the bonds of friendship
80	friendNMB48		A song of friendship, living as my true self
81	Old FriendsYonYon		A heartwarming musical work that celebrates friendship
82	MABU feat. SoalaAYANE		A pop number that portrays the bonds of friendship
83	best friendKALMA		A classic song that sings of unwavering friendship
84	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		A moving song that sings about memories of friendship
85	My friendSKELT 8 BAMBINO		A warm-bond song that looks back on memories with a friend who has gone away and wishes for a reunion.
86	BEST FRIENDSMAP		The Secret of the Popularity of SMAP’s Friendship Songs
87	Just friends.TETORA		A song that portrays the boundary between friendship and love
88	Dear.achanyu i		A song that celebrates gratitude and the bond with a best friend
89	My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi		Ketsumeishi’s friendship song, a movie theme song
90	Miraclekepura		An acoustic song with the theme of friendship
91	You are my friend.Hanaregumi		Hanaregumi’s songs heal my heart and remind me of my friend.
92	MIRAIShonan no Kaze		A reggae song that depicts friendship and bonds
93	Friends for lifeAoyama Teruma		Aoyama Thelma’s moving friendship song
94	FriendHilcrhyme		Hillclimb’s friendship rap-pop
95	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi		Express the shape of friendship not as “friends,” but as “comrades.”
96	BrotherhoodB’z		The preciousness of a bond that feels like comrades-in-arms, like friendship...
97	Let’s stay friends, okay?T-Pistonz + KMC		The opening of the anime “Inazuma Eleven”…
98	Right hereAnarchy		Because we ran toward our dream together with our companions, hang in there…
99	Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad		A hopeful ballad with a warm melody
100	Ring Dingaimyon		Aimyon’s heartwarming song, a positive message
101	DREAMERIkuta Rira		A heartwarming song that sings of love for music and passion for dreams
102	RememberRip Slyme with Mongol 800		Gaining courage in my heart from a song of friendship
103	Cheering songShonan no Kaze		Lyrics that encourage friends and lift the spirit are memorable…
104	JourneyFuji Kaze		A song that portrays the journey of life walked together with a friend