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A bright classic about friendship. Recommended popular songs.

A playlist of songs with titles featuring “friend” or “friends,” or lyrics themed around friendship—carefully curated to include only bright, upbeat tracks.

These are wonderful songs about the importance of friends, perfect for listening together with your friends.

A bright, classic song about friendship. Recommended popular songs (31–40)

My friendZARD

My Friend / ZARD [A Cappella]
My friendZARD

A signature song by ZARD, an artist beloved across generations for her beautifully captivating high-tone voice and melodies overflowing with warmth.

This renowned ballad expresses a bright, uplifting feeling—the strength to keep striving because a cherished friend is by your side.

If I sing to the sky175R

A hugely popular number by 175R, an artist supported especially by younger generations for their powerful vocals that strike a chord with many and their overwhelming expressive talent.

It’s a bright song that expresses gratitude for having met dear friends, and it has become a classic friendship anthem.

Michishirube ~a road home~ORANGE RANGE

A smash hit by ORANGE RANGE, an artist who has created numerous classics with unforgettable, approachable melodies and emotionally charged vocals.

It’s a bright track that expresses passionate friendship—the warmth of having a steadfast best friend by your side even when you feel alone.

You are my friend.Hirai Ken

A smash-hit friendship song by Ken Hirai, an artist who represents today’s Japanese music scene with his high-tone voice that resonates with many listeners and his emotionally charged performances.

It’s a bright track that captures the joyful feelings of spending time with friends.

My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster

Little Glee Monster 『My Best Friend』Music Video-Short Ver.-
My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster

A hugely popular friendship song by Little Glee Monster, an artist whose high-tone vocals that draw you into the world of each track and uplifting lyrics continue to win fans across generations.

It’s a bright number that expresses gratitude to a best friend you can talk to about anything when times are tough.

A bright classic about friendship. Recommended popular songs (41–50)

Forever FriendsTakeuchi Mariya

Forever Friends (Mariya Takeuchi) by TOMATO
Forever FriendsTakeuchi Mariya

When the phone rings, this heartwarming song conjures up the face of an old friend.

Mariya Takeuchi’s gentle vocals and buoyant sound flip through the pages of memory like a photo album, bringing back days that never fade.

The track was included on the October 1992 album “QUIET LIFE” and became familiar in living rooms across Japan as the song for Honda’s “Today” commercial.

It was also released as a single in September 1994.

The subtle homages tucked inside will make any music fan grin.

It’s a classic that seems to celebrate everlasting friendship—perfect for those moments when you feel like reaching out to someone you haven’t seen in a while, or for listening on the way to reunite with an old friend.

Above the cloudsKokoro no Suke

Shinnosuke – Above the Clouds (Official Music Video)
Above the cloudsKokoro no Suke

This piece is highly popular as a song that celebrates a deep bond with friends.

It’s a track Shinnosuke created around the theme of friendship with his longtime partner and producer, portraying a rival relationship that pushes both to grow.

The song is included on the EP “PURPLE,” released in August 2021, and it held the No.

1 spot on the Billboard JAPAN charts for four consecutive weeks.

It’s perfect for singing with friends at karaoke—why not crank it up and reaffirm that fiery friendship together?