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 dedicated to someone special (31–40)
Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi
This work, which became a major talking point thanks to the miraculous collaboration between Kenshi Yonezu and Masaki Suda, is included on the classic 2017 album BOOTLEG.
It portrays two childhood best friends who, though they grow up and walk separate paths, continue to draw strength from each other’s existence.
The worldview, likened to the colors of the sky at dawn, makes you feel the un-fading strength of their bond, no matter how much time passes or how circumstances change.
When you feel a sudden loneliness amid days of passing by one another, or find yourself yearning to see an old friend, listening to this song will surely be there for your heart.
It’s a soul-stirring masterpiece that seems to bless the “now,” where each of us is living earnestly in our own place!
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.
road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE
This is a ballad that makes you want to express gratitude to the friends who stood by your side when you’re at a crossroads in life.
Released by EXILE in February 2007 as their 23rd single, the song warmly reflects on the days spent walking together, with themes of graduation and new departures.
It reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and became the 1,000th song in Oricon history to top the chart, marking a milestone.
It was featured in MTI’s “music.jp” commercial and selected by the National Karaoke Business Association as a recommended song for the graduation season, resonating with many listeners.
First included on the album “EXILE EVOLUTION,” it was later featured on releases such as “EXILE BALLAD BEST.” Loved as a staple performed at graduation ceremonies, a choral version was also produced.
When you and your dear friends begin to walk separate paths, it gives you the courage to move forward while holding your memories close.
Even when you’re apart, your hearts remain connected.
It’s a song that makes you feel exactly that.
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?
Best FriendKiroro
As you can tell from the title, it’s a friendship song, but Kiroro’s “Best Friend” is also well-known as a graduation song and a song of gratitude.
The track is a genuine friendship song that vocalist Chiharu Tamashiro dedicated to pianist Ayano Kinjo, who always supports her.
It became a hit across generations as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Churasan.” It’s the kind of number that’s sure to move anyone, because it expresses a heartfelt “thank you” so directly.
A song of gratitude to friends. A thank-you song to give to someone special (41–50)
Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//
A friendship song characterized by its warm, gentle melody and lyrics that resonate with the heart.
Released in November 2021 as the theme song for the TV drama “The Winner in February: The Classroom of Guaranteed Success,” this track is DISH//’s 14th single.
The lyrics, which express gratitude for friends felt in everyday moments and the care you have for one another, gently accompany the listener.
Even if you want to say “thank you, as always,” it can be hard to put into words—this is a song that speaks for you.
It’s also perfect as a gift song for special occasions, such as a dear friend’s birthday or a graduation ceremony.
THANK YOU feat. JamMAY’S
MAY’S is a duo known for catchy melodies rooted in R&B and pop.
Their lyrics skillfully blend English and Japanese, keeping the songs fresh and engaging.
“THANK YOU feat.
Jam” conveys gratitude for the love and kindness a best friend has shown, along with a message of “I’ll be by your side from now on, too,” within the context of a friendship between women.
Why not directly express your thanks to your current best friend—the one you can always have woman-to-woman conversations with, no matter how old you get?