[A moving friendship song] For dear friends and best friends. Songs of friendship that make you feel the bond.
Have you ever wanted to express your feelings to a dear friend through a song?
Feelings like everyday gratitude, encouragement for a friend you’ll soon be apart from, or congratulations for a wedding can be hard to put into words…
So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended friendship songs that can truly convey those emotions!
Even when we call them “friendship songs,” the sentiments embedded in each one vary widely, so you’re sure to find a moving track that perfectly fits you and your friend.
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[Heartwarming Friendship Songs] Dedicated to your precious friends and best friends. Friendship songs that let you feel the bond (91–100)
C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK
It’s the lead track from the album “Zankyo Reference,” an emotional number that stirs a whirlwind of feelings with its overwhelming live performances.
The dreams you could share precisely because you were close friends.
The times you cried, laughed, and talked together.
The goofing around.
So many scenes come vividly to mind as if they happened yesterday.
The scene in the music video where they put their arms around each other gets me every time I watch it.
The unspoken emotions in the chorus surely overlap with the feelings you want to convey.
Please listen while reflecting on your own friendships.
Dear My FriendsHi-STANDARD
Hi-STANDARD’s “dear my friend” conveys the feeling of caring for a friend who now lives far away.
It’s included on the album MAKING THE ROAD.
Since all the lyrics are in English, it’s great for sending to friends overseas or for times when you feel shy about expressing your feelings plainly in Japanese.
The song focuses first on earnestly caring for the other person, while also expressing a wish to be helped when you yourself feel down or seem about to lose your way.
Even if you live far apart, there are many ways to help each other when something happens.
Physical distance doesn’t matter—your hearts can always be close.
It’s a song that makes you feel exactly that.
My best friendTiara
“My best friend,” sung by singer-songwriter Tiara, who debuted in 2009 with “Sayonara wo Kimi ni…
feat.
Spontania.” It’s included on her first album, released in 2010, with lyrics and music by Mayo Okamoto.
Even if you’re far apart and can’t meet right away, just a quick call or message from a friend can lift your spirits, right? The lyrics capture that feeling and give you a sense of reassurance.
It’s a song you’ll want to share with a friend who’s far away.
Hymn to FriendshipNICO Touches the Walls
NICO Touches the Walls, who were active for 15 years starting in 2004.
Their band name was chosen when Mitsumura staggered and touched a wall; the act of touching a wall gave him the image of a world beyond it—of creating a new world out of the everyday.
This song is an irresistibly upbeat number that conveys the importance of friendship in a straightforward way!
Uguiutakariyushi 58
Kariyushi 58 is a band whose members are all from Okinawa and have continued their activities while living there.
They’re famous as a band representing Okinawa, known for their moving, heartfelt songs.
Their track Ukuiuta is the group’s third single, released in 2008.
The title Ukuiuta comes from the Okinawan dialect and means “a song to give” or “a song to send.” It’s truly perfect as a song to dedicate to a friend—especially one who’s feeling down.
It’s also great for when you want to send encouragement to a friend you haven’t seen in a long time.
Brand New DaysKyūshūdan
It seems that Kushu-Oh sang this song in place of a speech for his best friend.
The lyrics and title express the complicated feelings of being happy that a best friend you’ve always been with is getting married, yet feeling as if they’re going far away.
It brings back nostalgic memories and images that could bring you to tears.
It’s a perfect song to sing or give as a gift at a best friend’s wedding.
spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song delicately portrays the hearts of young people swayed by the spring season.
It weaves together the protagonist’s complex emotions as they face graduation, carried by a beautiful melody.
The lyrics, where conflicting feelings of dislike and love intersect, convey the loneliness of parting and the difficulties of human relationships.
Released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in February 2018, the track was also featured in Suntory’s “Craft Boss” commercial, resonating with many listeners.
It’s a perfect song for those who’ve experienced youthful memories or farewells with someone dear.
Highly recommended to listen to as spring arrives.