[Recommended for Women] A collection of upbeat friendship songs
Even when you say “friendship songs,” there are tracks that sing about many different kinds of friendships.
There are songs about male friendship and childhood friends, tearjerkers and moving ballads—each with its own story woven into the lyrics and its own vibe.
In this article, we’ll introduce bright, uplifting songs that portray friendships between women.
We’ve chosen a variety across genres and eras, including up-tempo tracks and songs that would get everyone excited at karaoke.
I hope this helps when you’re in the mood to listen to or sing some friendship songs.
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[Recommended for Women] A Collection of Bright, Feel-Good Friendship Songs (51–60)
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAYDREAMS COME TRUE
Past midnight, I want to be the very first to say “congratulations.” This song is a warm anthem to friendship released by DREAMS COME TRUE in December 1993.
With Miwa Yoshida’s rich, glossy vocals, it sincerely sings of the gratitude—those simple “thank yous”—that we’re usually too shy to express.
In March 2014, a 25th-anniversary arrangement was unveiled in tie-in with AEON’s 40th-anniversary song, drawing renewed attention.
It’s a perfect track to send as a musical message to someone special—on a friend’s birthday, an anniversary, or any time you want to convey your thanks.
Thanks.DREAMS COME TRUE
Isn’t DREAMS COME TRUE’s “Thank You.” a song that, though powerful, gently lifts our spirits? It’s definitely a number you’d want to dedicate to a female friend who comforted you without a word and supported you.
You’ll relate to the lyrics that capture the casual conversations with you as you comforted me after my heartbreak, and it will no doubt strike a chord.
It’s great for reminiscing about your youth, or for singing together at karaoke with the girlfriends you spent those days with and getting fired up!
Highschool ♡ loveE-girls
How about a cute friendship song that takes you back to your high school days with friends? It’s a track by the dance-vocal group E-girls, released in 2014 as their 11th single.
It was also used as the theme song for the drama GTO 2nd Season.
Thanks to its pop sound and buoyant melody, it’s sure to put a smile on your face.
Since it’s themed around a class reunion, it might even make you feel like meeting your old classmates again.
It’s a perfect pick for a reunion karaoke session!
Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing
It’s a heartwarming message song that sings, “No matter how long we spend apart, you’ll always be my best friend.” Created by the music unit Every Little Thing, also known for hits like “fragile” and “Time goes by,” it was released in 1997 as their third single.
The powerful sound arrangement pairs perfectly with Mochida’s clear, expansive vocals—truly moving.
It feels like the emotions embedded in the lyrics come through directly.
Send it to your friends from your school days!
[Recommended for Women] A collection of bright, friendly-vibe friendship songs (61–70)
BEST FRIENDGReeeeN
BEST FRIEND is a track released exclusively via digital distribution in March 2013 by the vocal group GReeeeN, known for hit songs like Ai Uta and Kiseki.
It has been used as the commercial song for Tokyo Individualized Educational Institute and as the walk-up music for Chiba Lotte Marines player Shohei Kato, so many of you have probably heard it.
Why not listen while thinking back on the close friend you always spent your youth with? Things may not be like they were back then, but this song will surely bring those memories rushing back and make you want to meet up and talk again!
Best PartnerJASMIN
A slightly hard-edged friendship song sung by a soulful woman.
She won’t allow her beloved best friend to be anything but happily smiling—her overflowing love and rough-around-the-edges lyrics really hit you in the heart.
If a special female friend dedicated a song like this to you, it would bring you to tears, wouldn’t it? It’s a wonderful track that strengthens bonds and is perfect to give to a truly cherished best friend.
Highly recommended.
fake girlJY
Former KARA member Kang Ji-young—who became hugely popular for their hip-swaying dance—now works as an actress under the name Ji-young (知英) and as a musical artist under the name JY.
This song, which was the theme for the drama “It’s All About the Looks” (Hito wa Mitame ga 100 Percent), is about real girls.
We all want to look cute and stay motivated every day, but there are days when we end up slacking off, and times when we can’t quite pull off the cute vibe we’re aiming for.
This track is a cheer for those girls.
Please share it with friends who are working hard in love, at their jobs, or in their studies!