[Tears of Joy] Beautiful Friendship Songs with Lyrics You’ll Want to Gift to a Dear Friend
For occasions like celebrating a friend’s wedding, farewell parties for a job transfer or move, or graduation…
Many people may be looking for songs to give in place of parting words, or background music for a message video.
But even when it comes to friendship songs, it can be hard to come up with ideas.
So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended friendship songs with especially moving lyrics!
There are many songs whose lyrics let you look back on the bonds and memories you’ve built and reaffirm your friendship, so please use this as a reference!
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[Tears of Joy] Beautiful Friendship Songs with Lyrics You’ll Want to Send to Your Cherished Friends (71–80)
C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK
This song, which portrays friendship, is a popular graduation anthem—especially among new graduates stepping into the working world.
While looking back on past memories, it also carries a message of encouragement for the new lives each person is about to begin.
The transition from student to working adult often brings dramatic changes and many challenges.
However, listening to this song will make you feel reassured, thinking, “I have so many friends who will always be there to support me!”
secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE
ZONE’s “secret base ~Kimi ga Kureta Mono~” is a quintessential song themed around friendship.
Among friendship songs, this one especially conveys the bittersweet sadness of being separated from a friend due to a school transfer.
Released in 2001, it evokes a deeper sense of melancholy each time you listen, thanks to expressions that reflect the era’s social backdrop.
be master of lifeaiko
This song is included on aiko’s third studio album, Natsufuku, and was released in 2001.
It was used as the commercial song for Ezaki Glico’s “3C,” and its lyrics were written for a friend.
With a rock-infused sound, it’s an uplifting track you’ll want to give to a friend who’s struggling or feeling down.
[Moved to tears] Beautiful friendship songs with lyrics you'd want to give to a dear friend (81–90)
Dear my friendsshela
Even if you graduate and have to part ways with your friends, this song will surely keep your bond connected.
It’s a track by shela, a Hokkaido-born singer who is also active as an actress, released in 2005 as her 13th single.
It drew attention when it was chosen as the theme song for the drama “A Woman at a Turning Point.” With its beautiful string tones that draw you in, it’s a refreshing piece.
Parting with friends may be sad, but thanks to “Dear my friends,” you might just be able to wave goodbye with a smile.
Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi
Here’s a song Elephant Kashimashi released in 2007.
At the time, the vocalist Hiroji Miyamoto was over 40, and the song feels like a greeting and a cheer sent to friends of the same generation.
It was used in a commercial for House Foods’ Ukon no Chikara, so many of you may have heard the chorus in particular.
It’s a masterpiece that deeply conveys how priceless friendship—built in our youth and continuing into adulthood—truly is.
companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi
Among Ketsumeishi’s songs, there are several that depict friendship and bonds, but this one especially makes you feel a powerful connection.
In the lyrics, the line “I’ll always have your back!!” portrays a friendship built on mutual support and help.
I think many people will be moved by the chorus in particular.
People often say, “Good times are doubled, and sad times are shared,” and listening to this song really makes you realize that’s exactly what friendship is.
Plus, the drama-style music video is incredibly touching, so be sure to check it out!
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Hajime’s “Kizuna,” released on February 24, 2016.
With lyrics written like a heartfelt conversation, it’s a deeply moving friendship song.
It captures the warmth of strong male friendship, and even the things that feel too embarrassing to say face-to-face can be conveyed by sending this song—surely letting your friends know your daily gratitude.