Hit songs and fan favorites by Friends
Friends is a five-member co-ed band that debuted in April 2016 with their first single, “Yoru ni Dance.”
In this article, we’ll introduce some recommended songs by Friends!
Calling themselves a “Shinsen-kei” band, Friends’ music is characterized by stylish, easy-to-listen-to sounds.
But the point we most want to recommend is, of course, the comfort of their songs.
No matter which track you listen to, it calms your heart and soothes frayed feelings.
If you haven’t heard them yet, you’re missing out! Take this opportunity to give them a listen!
Friends’ famous and popular songs (1–10)
Dance at Nightfurenzu
With a comfortably free-moving bass, the delicious resonance of electric piano, and crunchy, cutting guitar, each instrument part is stylish and cool in its own right.
Layered together, their allure grows even stronger.
The rich, full-bodied backing vocals also lend the track a deep, savory flavor.
DIVERfurenzu
A pop-tinged track where vocalist Emii Okamoto’s voice matches perfectly.
With a rhythmic accompaniment and light, airy guitar, it’s an easy listen.
It suits a grown-up summer night and lets you sink into a pleasantly crafted lyrical world.
Fun and never tiring—definitely one for repeat.
NIGHT TOWNfurenzu
A love song painted with the suggestive theme of Tokyo nights.
Its light melody and vocals create an erotic vibe and a nighttime mood.
The music video is breezy yet sophisticated, and it really draws you in.
You could call it a track packed with everything that makes Friends who they are.
Even beyond the Earthfurenzu
One song I’d recommend to anyone new to Friends.
This single track is packed with the band’s brightness.
The soft, enveloping groove is irresistible.
It’s sprinkled with fun, space-themed expressions that make listening to it exciting.
Step out of reality and let yourself sink into this delightful song.
Bzz bzzfurenzu
From the very beginning, Friends’ “BIBIBI” gets your heart racing with the thrill of budding romance.
You’re instantly drawn into that world of love and completely immersed in it.
Okamoto Emi’s expressive vocals make it irresistible for anyone who swoons over that kind of feeling—it’s a track that convinces you the moment you hear it.
The music video is a fun story where the members, disguised as detectives, try to uncover the true nature of love.
Replace ‘i’ with ‘you’furenzu
The ending theme song of the drama What Did You Eat Yesterday?, starring Hidetoshi Nishijima and Seiyō Uchino in a dual lead.
It captures small, ordinary slices of everyday life—love within them, meals shared with someone dear—and makes you realize that such “ordinary” moments are happiness and truly important.
By the time you finish listening, you’ll feel warm and cozy.
Salt and sugarfurenzu
This is “Salt and Sugar,” included on the 2017 album Baby Birth.
While grumbling about the quirks and differences between men and women, it conveys a desire to build a caring relationship where we forgive each other, expressed in lyrics that say it’s okay even if we mix up salt and sugar.
It’s a poppy track that’ll have you nodding along before you know it, and it’s always a crowd-pleaser live.
0:25furenzu
It’s “0:25” by Friends.
This song portrays lovers spending time in the city at night, and the lyrics—exuding a mature vibe while feeling like they can’t quite become adults—are strikingly contrasting and wonderful.
This is what cool city pop is all about.
Okamoto Emi’s smooth, full-bodied vocals and rap make it an exceptionally tasteful and satisfying track.
Love,ya!furenzu
This is a song that celebrates the joy of romance.
Dates spent with someone you like are supposed to be fun, but you do need to make an effort to keep them enjoyable.
It can be especially awkward when you’re not even sure if you’re officially together.
This classic captures both the difficulty of being honest with your feelings and the delight of being in love.
Memory of Dawnfurenzu
This song depicts the end of a fun night.
It portrays the frustrating relationship between two people—a bittersweet love story where they want to spend the night together but can’t be honest about their feelings.
It’s a relatable “we like each other but lack the courage” situation, so it really resonates.
It’s a great song that leaves you with a lingering, muddled feeling as you listen.