A lovely friendship song

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

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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.

A thank-you song for friends: a song of gratitude for someone special (81–90)

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!

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Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing

ELT tour 1998 Dear My Friend

Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing

A heartwarming pop tune by Every Little Thing that gently portrays the shifting dynamics of a close friendship.

As the two spend more time alone together, their confusion and anticipation are captured through a refreshing melody line and clear, transparent vocals.

Marked by a lively rhythm and catchy sound, this track was released in January 1997 and reached No.

9 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It’s a recommended song for when you want to express your feelings to a dear friend or share the emotions of wavering between friendship and budding romance.

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Your Best FriendKuraki Mai

Mai Kuraki “Your Best Friend”

Your Best FriendKuraki Mai

This is a bittersweet friendship song told from the perspective of a friend who stayed close by during painful, difficult times.

Even when they’re apart, Mai Kuraki’s delicate voice steadily sings of continuing to wish for her friend’s happiness, and it’s heart-wrenching.

It could be called one of the hidden gems among her many hit songs.

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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.

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My dear best friendShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Dear Friend” MUSIC VIDEO

My dear best friendShonan no Kaze

A signature hit by Shonan no Kaze that passionately sings of the greatness and importance of friendship, delivering a powerful message that resonates deeply.

Perfectly aligned with the world of the film Drop—which portrays the bonds and growth of youths set against the backdrop of yankee (delinquent) culture—it drew major attention as the theme song.

Included on the album “Shonan no Kaze ~JOKER~,” the track reached No.

10 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

While looking back on past memories, it expresses the strength to face forward and move into the future despite struggles, as well as the enduring warmth of friendship that doesn’t fade with time.

It’s an ideal song to give to a dear best friend at life’s milestones, such as graduations and weddings.

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In conclusion

I introduced some songs that express gratitude to friends.

Each one carries a wonderful message, and just listening to them brings back memories with friends, doesn’t it? Along with these gems of friendship songs, try sending your heartfelt thanks.

I hope your feelings ride on the music and reach your dear friends.