A bright classic about friendship. Recommended popular songs.

RPGSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI「RPG」

It’s a grand piece that evokes images of the cosmos, the galaxy, and Earth.

Set to a dreamy, lyrical sound, it tells a highly narrative story about life as an epic adventure.

Released as a single in May 2013, it was also used as the theme song for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-Class Gourmet Survival!!.

In 2019, it was featured in a Toshiba TV commercial and is also included on the album Tree.

With messages of bonds with friends and strong resolve, it’s a recommended listen when you’re about to take a new step forward or want to enjoy it together with dear friends.

MABU feat. SoalaAYANE

AYANE / MABU feat. Soala (Music Video)

A refreshing song that conveys the importance of friendship has arrived! This collaboration between AYANE and Soala is a heartwarming pop number that portrays the bond between women.

Released in September 2024, it features an upbeat rhythm and clear vocals.

Using the phrase “the strongest MABU” (best friend), it celebrates unchanging friendship and the importance of supporting each other, even across distance.

It’s blowing up on social media and rapidly gaining popularity on platforms like TikTok.

It’s the perfect track for reminiscing about memories with a dear friend or expressing gratitude to someone far away.

Goodbye, see you.ET-KING

ET-KING – Goodbye, See You

A massive friendship anthem by ET-KING, an artist beloved especially by younger generations for songs delivered in a distinctive, encouraging husky voice.

It’s an upbeat track that expresses a friendship that stays connected forever, even when you’re apart pursuing your own dreams.

GO!!!FLOW

FLOW 『GO!!!』(Music Video Short Ver.)

A hugely popular song by FLOW, an artist supported especially by younger generations for their unforgettable, powerful husky vocals and uplifting, upbeat sound that naturally energizes listeners.

It’s a bright, up-tempo number that expresses gratitude to friends with whom you can join forces.

Life goes onKing&Prince

King & Prince「Life goes on 」MV YouTube Edit

This song powerfully sings about the bonds of friendship.

Its pleasantly resonant melody and bright rhythm lift the listener’s spirits.

It expresses feelings for dear friends and the joy of supporting one another, conveying the wonder of growing together.

Released in February 2023 as King & Prince’s 12th single, it was also chosen as the ending theme for TBS’s Tuesday drama “Yugure ni, Te wo Tsunagu” (Hold My Hand at Dusk).

Its message—joining forces with your friends to overcome challenges—strikes a chord.

It’s a recommended track for those who want to spend a lovely time listening together with friends.

My dear best friendShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Dear Friend” MUSIC VIDEO

A massive hit by Shonan no Kaze, an artist beloved across generations for their powerful vocals that naturally lift your spirits and their uniquely imaginative musical worldview.

It’s a friendship anthem with an uplifting message: let the memories we shared with our friends support us as we each continue on our own paths.

Friends again tomorrowNishiwaki Yui

Friends Tomorrow Too ♡ Yui Nishiwaki [Doraemon 50th Anniversary]

Even if you argue with a friend, being able to make up with a smile right away is truly wonderful, isn’t it? This work by Yui Nishiwaki is a heartwarming song that portrays the pure friendship of children.

Released in October 1992, it was used as the ending theme for the anime Doraemon until April 1995.

It’s also well-loved as a graduation song for kindergartens.

There are days when we get really mad, but the lyrics—set to a bright, pop melody—remind us that being with friends is the best, and they really resonate.

This song brings back the importance of facing others with sincerity when you’re worn out by the slightly complicated relationships of adulthood.

Give it a listen when you want to look back on those nostalgic days spent with friends!