A lovely friendship song

[Tears of Joy] Beautiful Friendship Songs with Lyrics You’ll Want to Gift to a Dear Friend

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.

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!

[Moved to tears] Beautiful friendship songs with lyrics you'd want to give to a dear friend (81–90)

Hello, my friendMatsutōya Yumi

Yumi Matsutoya – Hello, my friend

Hello, my friendMatsutōya Yumi

The moment the gentle keyboard accompaniment begins to flow, many people—especially of a certain generation—can’t help but shed tears.

Precisely because the song’s structure is so simple, Yumi Matsutoya’s (Yuming’s) genius for melody, her one-of-a-kind voice, and the lyrics that nostalgically paint scenes from the end of summer come through directly, stirring a quiet sense of emotion.

Released in 1994, it became a massive hit and was also used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “A Summer with You.” Even if you’re far apart, even if you know you’ll never meet again, you still want to convey your feelings to a dear friend.

As a song to give to a cherished friend, there are few pieces as fitting as this.

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Cheer up!Takeuchi Mariya

Cheer Up – Mariya Takeuchi

Cheer up!Takeuchi Mariya

It was released in 1988 as Mariya Takeuchi’s 17th single.

The song, written and composed by Mariya Takeuchi, was originally provided to Hiroko Yakushimaru and included as the first track on Yakushimaru’s debut album “Kokinjū,” released in 1984.

The lyrics, which encourage a friend after a heartbreak, are deeply moving.

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Best FriendNishino Kana

Kana Nishino “Best Friend” [Track on 15th Anniversary ‘ALL TIME BEST’]

Best FriendNishino Kana

This song is a classic choice for a message to friends who are getting married! It’s by Kana Nishino, a singer beloved by women for her highly relatable work, and it was released in 2010 as her ninth single.

Nishino’s true-to-life vocals, along with the clear, shimmering tones of piano and strings, really touch the heart.

The lyrics express gratitude—“No matter what happened, I was okay because you were there for me”—and I bet that resonates with your own experiences, too.

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InfinityKanjani∞

Infinity / Kanjani Eight

InfinityKanjani∞

It was released in 2005 as a triple A-side single to Kanjani Eight’s third single, “Sukiyanen, Osaka / Sakura Enka (Oh! ENKA) / Mugendai.” The song was used as a support track for the movie “Robots.” The lyrics convey Kanjani Eight’s deep bonds, their close friendship, and their heartfelt care for one another.

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Thanks.DREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE – Thank You. (from DWL 2011 Live Ver.)

Thanks.DREAMS COME TRUE

Having friends who stay by your side in tough times is such a blessing, isn’t it? This song by DREAMS COME TRUE, a band that has been at the forefront of the Japanese music scene for many years, was released in 1995 as their 17th single.

It’s a piece that expresses gratitude to a friend who understands the pain of heartbreak without a word.

Yoshida’s steadfast vocals seem to add depth to the storytelling.

Having friends who are that understanding is truly wonderful, isn’t it?

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