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)
Bestieyuka
Singer-songwriter Yuka.
Her pop song themed around best friends is “Bestie.” On social media, videos using this track to express gratitude to best friends have gone viral.
It might be a good idea to take inspiration from those and plan a surprise for your bestie.
The lyrics also include relatable, everyday moments between friends.
In particular, stories like talking on the phone until midnight are likely to resonate with many people.
arigatouAmuro Namie
Namie Amuro, who sadly retired in 2018, still has a strong fan base, and her songs are often heard on TV and elsewhere.
The song “arigato” is included on her 2011 single “Sit! Stay! Wait! Down!/Love Story,” and it was also her first track to be released as a free download.
It’s an empowering number that tells us that no matter how hard things get, as long as we’re alive, happier days will surely come again.
A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly
“Ai o Komete Hanataba o” (A Bouquet with Love) is one of Superfly’s signature songs, known for its moving and powerful vocals.
It’s also famous as a graduation song.
Released in 2008 as Superfly’s fourth single, it served as the theme song for the TV drama “Edison no Haha” (Edison’s Mother).
The song conveys a deep, heartfelt love, which is one reason it has been cherished for so long and is considered a classic.
It’s a perfect choice to dedicate to someone important to you, don’t you think?
Thank you!!HOME MADE kazoku
HOME MADE Kazoku is a hip-hop group that sings approachable, easy-to-understand songs that hit you right in the heart.
Their 2005 release “Thank You!!” is also a very straightforward track that slips right into your heart and makes you want to dedicate it to someone when you hear it.
The song was also used as an ending theme for the anime BLEACH.
When you’re feeling a bit down or have made a mistake, it reminds you how precious it is to have someone cheering you on, and that you’re not alone.
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?
A song of gratitude to friends. A thank-you song to give to someone special (41–50)
Friend(s)☆★azu
AZU is a female singer known for her gentle tone and slightly husky voice.
The featured song, “Tomodachi☆★,” stands out for its lyrics that depict friendship between a man and a woman.
Many people may have had an opposite-sex best friend they’ve always gotten along with.
Even though men and women may think differently, when you’re close enough to call each other best friends, you understand what the other is thinking—sharing joy, encouraging each other, and building countless memories.
This song leaves a strong impression by portraying a pair of such friends who affirm, “We’ll always be friends,” expressing their enduring bond.
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.