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.
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A gratitude song for friends: A thank-you song for someone special (21–30)
A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket
This pop tune by Sonar Pocket vividly sings about memories from a youth spent with cherished friends.
Nostalgic scenes from student life are depicted with rich emotion, and the unshakable bond with friends who have gone their separate ways is strikingly portrayed.
Released in February 2009, the song is also included on the album “Sonapokeism ①: The Shape of Happiness,” and is often performed at graduation ceremonies and farewell parties.
It’s a heartwarming piece meant to be listened to while thinking of friends who now live far away.
MiracleGReeeeN
A warm, heartfelt song that directly expresses gratitude and love for someone special.
Released in May 2008 as the theme song for the TBS drama “ROOKIES,” this track has a strong connection to the world of baseball, having been used for high school baseball entrance marches and as walk-up music for professional players.
Its sincere message pledging love that endures over time, combined with an upbeat yet emotionally rich melody, creates a harmony that gently envelops listeners’ hearts.
The sentiment of celebrating a meeting as a “miracle” and treasuring the days walked together as a “trace of our journey” is sure to resonate with everyone.
A gratitude song for friends: A thank-you song dedicated to someone special (31–40)
Thank youŌhara Sakurako
Sakurako Ohara’s “Thank You.” released in 2014.
The song was written, composed, and produced by Seiji Kameda, also well known as a member of Tokyo Incidents.
There are feelings that are hard to express out of embarrassment—but unless you say them properly, the other person won’t understand, right? How about conveying those feelings through this song? It’s a very straightforward number that brims with countless expressions of gratitude.
It’s also a track you’ll want to dedicate to a friend you’ve been with for a long time.
Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu
Yuzu, known for singing many songs that resonate with the heart, delivers a message of gratitude in “Friend ~Tabidachi no Toki~.” The lyrics, which read like a letter to a dear friend living far away, and the exquisite harmonies of Yujin Kitagawa and Koji Iwasawa are deeply moving.
For students, there inevitably comes a time of parting with close friends at graduation.
Even when things are hard, why not look back on the journey you’ve shared—helping each other along the way—and express your gratitude? This is a song we hope you’ll listen to at such a moment.
March 9Remioromen
Remioromen’s second single “March 9th,” released in 2004.
For many people, this is the song that comes to mind when they think of Remioromen.
It’s also a must-have graduation song.
The track is famous as well for featuring Maki Horikita in the music video.
Ryota Fujimaki, the band’s vocalist, wrote this song as a gift for a friend who was getting married.
That’s why it’s also perfect as a friendship song—why not dedicate it to a friend you spent your school days with?
Partnerberii guddoman
“Aikata” is a friendship song by BERYY GOODMAN included on their 2020 album “TEPPAN.” The music video drew attention for featuring the comedy duo Milkboy.
You probably have someone around you who’s like a partner always cheering you up.
This song expresses words of gratitude to a best friend who cares about you as much as family.
Give it a listen and share your appreciation!
friendSHISHAMO
SHISHAMO is a female three-piece rock band.
This song tells us that we’ll always be friends, even when we’re apart.
As we grow up, we go through many different stages in life, and friends who stay by our side are truly precious.
Try singing it in various situations like karaoke with friends or at birthdays! It might deepen your bond with your friends even more!