[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 Give to Your Dear Friends (91–100)
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro
A song that became the theme for the film “STAND BY ME Doraemon.” With Motohiro Hata’s delicate vocals and the gentle tone of the acoustic guitar, it feels like it could warmly embrace everything—good and bad alike.
It’s a versatile friendship song you can use at any time: farewells, after a fight, or on special celebratory days.
You are here.wacci
It’s precisely because we have someone important in our lives that we can keep moving forward.
This song is filled with that kind of warm message.
Its gentle, comforting melody and vocals that are both powerful and delicate resonate deeply, leaving a lasting impression on the listener.
Written specifically as the ending theme for the TV anime “Bakuten!!,” it perfectly matches a story that portrays the bonds of a boys’ high school rhythmic gymnastics team.
It’s an ideal gift when you want to say “thank you” to a dear friend or teammate—perfect for birthdays or new beginnings.
GIVE ME FIVE!AKB48
If you want to make graduation more than just tears, choose this song! It’s a hit by the popular idol group AKB48, released in 2012 as their 25th single.
Many people have probably heard it, since it was used in docomo commercials and more.
Its appeal lies in the exhilarating sound that blends band instrumentation with brass.
It has the power to blow away the haze that’s been lingering in your heart.
The message that “graduation isn’t an end, but a beginning” really hits home, too.
Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan
Kishidan’s sixth single overall, “Marriage Fighting Spirit March ‘Mabudachi.’” As the title suggests, this is a wedding song celebrating a friend’s marriage.
The music video includes a dance, so it’s sometimes used as entertainment at wedding receptions.
With its upbeat pop sound and catchy rhythm, it lets you really feel the heat of male friendship!
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This song is perfect for expressing friendship.
Released in July 2021, it was also used as the theme for NTT Docomo’s “ahamo” commercial and is based on the novel RGB.
Considered one of YOASOBI’s signature works, it vividly depicts a heartwarming story in which three friends who had grown apart reunite after 15 years and rediscover their bond.
It beautifully conveys the power of friendship—that hearts remain connected even when apart—paired with a melodic composition.
It’s a must-listen for anyone who has experienced parting from or reuniting with a friend.
It’s also recommended as background music for message videos or slideshows to express your feelings to someone special.
road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE
This song is a classic graduation tune, but what stands out are the lyrics that thank those who have walked the road of life with us so far and encourage us to keep moving forward together: “Let’s both keep doing our best as we go.” It feels like a bittersweet yet optimistic friendship song.
It’s a song that brings to mind a favorite friend.
A Song for YouShenelu
Song for you to give to someone special, Che’Nelle’s “Kimi ni Okuru Uta ~Song For You” is a popular choice.
Listening to it during graduation season brings back memories of time spent with friends and peers, making it a deeply moving song that tightens your chest.
While it’s a song you can dedicate to many people—family, a partner, and more—it’s also perfect as a song for your best friend.
If you’re looking for a track to listen to with a close friend, definitely give this one a try together.
I think it will convey the feeling of “I’m so glad you were there for me.”
