RAG MusicFriendship Songs
A lovely friendship song

A gratitude song for friends. A thank-you song dedicated to someone special.

A precious friend who shares your joy when something good happens, and who listens to you and encourages you when you’re in trouble or feeling sad.

Many people feel too shy to express their gratitude in everyday life, but would like to convey their feelings properly when the right opportunity comes, don’t you think?

Here, we’ll introduce especially recommended friendship songs that express gratitude to such friends.

Try dedicating them on various occasions, such as birthdays or weddings.

Thank-You Song for Friends: A Song of Gratitude for Someone Special (71–80)

Words I Couldn’t Say ~Thank You~CANDY TUNE

[MV] CANDY TUNE “The Words I Couldn’t Say — Thank You —”
Words I Couldn't Say ~Thank You~CANDY TUNE

After releasing their debut album “CANDY TUNE” in March 2023, CANDY TUNE rapidly gained fans and, just seven months later, successfully held a show at Zepp Shinjuku.

In March 2024, they released a heartwarming song of gratitude, created just ahead of the group’s first anniversary tour.

The feelings of “thank you,” which are hard to say out loud in everyday life, are conveyed straightforwardly through a bright, catchy melody and vocals that at times carry a hint of wistfulness.

The song reflects the members’ sincere feelings toward their fans and friends, while also evoking hope for the future.

It’s a moving number that unites the entire venue when sung together live, making it perfect for moments when you want to express your gratitude to someone special.

Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad

My Hair is Bad – Dash Through the Memories
Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad

It’s a ballad marked by a heartwarming melodic line and lyrics brimming with hope.

Focusing on the intimate relationships My Hair is Bad portrays, the song’s gentle guitar tones and piano lines tenderly accompany the listener.

Carefully weaving the shifting emotions from meeting to parting, it’s a gem that softly embraces a forward-looking spirit for the future.

Released in June 2024, it’s included on the album “ghosts.” It was also chosen as the theme song for the animated film “Crayon Shin-chan: Our Dinosaur Diary,” perfectly matching the film’s world.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when reminiscing about precious times with friends or when striving to face farewells with optimism.

Alongside nostalgic memories, it will give you the courage to take a new step forward.

spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE

This song delicately portrays the hearts of young people swayed by the spring season.

It weaves together the protagonist’s complex emotions as they face graduation, carried by a beautiful melody.

The lyrics, where conflicting feelings of dislike and love intersect, convey the loneliness of parting and the difficulties of human relationships.

Released by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE in February 2018, the track was also featured in Suntory’s “Craft Boss” commercial, resonating with many listeners.

It’s a perfect song for those who’ve experienced youthful memories or farewells with someone dear.

Highly recommended to listen to as spring arrives.

Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin-

Ourin - Ōrin - “Dear My Friend” Music Video
Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin-

A warm piece that sings of the preciousness of friendship.

Ourin’s refreshing voice brings back memories of bonds with close friends.

It conveys the beauty of stepping away from busy days to spend time with those who matter.

Released in March 2024, this song is perfect for graduation and farewell season.

The music video features Ourin’s friends, portraying authentic friendship.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you’re looking back on memories with friends or when you want to express your gratitude.

Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya

Masaki Suda × Tomoya Nakamura “Thank You, God”
Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya

A heartwarming song that sets bonds with friends and everyday gratitude to a gentle melody.

Co-written by Masaki Suda and Tomoya Nakamura in August 2020, it portrays the importance of friendship—supporting one another even while facing life’s difficulties and anxieties.

Their vocals, both powerful and warm, gently convey the courage to keep moving forward and a sense of appreciation for one’s companions.

The track is also included on the album “COLLAGE,” and its memorable music video, which creates a feeling of warm encounters, features Tori Matsuzaka appearing as a photographer.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when celebrating a friend’s new journey or reflecting on time spent with friends.

Friends for lifeAoyama Teruma

Thelma Aoyama – Lifelong Friends (from the album “10TH DIARY”) [MV]
Friends for lifeAoyama Teruma

We see each other every day, yet we never run out of things to talk about.

When you’re with friends, you forget the time and get completely wrapped up in chatting, right? This song carries the message: let’s keep spending our unpretentious everyday lives in our own way, forever! It’s a track you can sing at karaoke with friends without putting on airs.

I hope we can keep laughing and enjoying life with the friends whose company alone makes everything fun!

Friendgagaga supi

Gagaga SP 'Tomo yo' (Friend)
Friendgagaga supi

A punk tune that passionately and energetically sings of heartfelt thoughts and gratitude for friends.

Released in May 2013 by Gagaga SP, a band based in Kobe, this rock number was also selected as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime Mushibugyō.

The lyrics, which straightforwardly express feelings for friends who chased their dreams with all they had in their youthful days, leave a strong impression.

It’s recommended as a song to give when you want to convey thanks to a dear friend, or for milestone events such as graduations and weddings.