[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!

Playlist

[Tears of Joy] Beautiful Friendship Songs with Lyrics You’ll Want to Gift to a Dear Friend
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	HarukaYOASOBI		A life story watched over by a mug
2	In the course of this long journeySaucy Dog		Happiness lies in the bonds with those close to us.
3	ChessboardOfisharu Higedan Dism		A friendship song depicting hope and growth in life
4	Sketchaimyon		A moving song that portrays the friendship between Doraemon and Nobita
5	allyGReeeeN		A heartwarming, moving song that sings of friendship and bonds
6	Bye, my friendbokula.		A supportive friendship song that sings about feelings for a friend
7	My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi		Dream talks with friends are treasures for life.
8	Hey, my friendMr.forute		A song that refreshingly portrays the bonds of friendship
9	Beloved daysyangusukinii		A song depicting deepening friendship and mutual understanding
10	treasurewacci		A cheering song where the bonds with friends become strength
11	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A bright, up-tempo song that celebrates youthful friendship
12	I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER		A fiery rock song for a movie theme that evokes friendship
13	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		A poignant song filled with feelings of graduation
14	CorrectRADWIMPS		A moving song by RADWIMPS that sings of youth
15	Friendswacci		A refreshing song that celebrates the importance of friendship
16	We againSG		A smash hit that gently expresses gratitude to a friend
17	footprint(s)Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster’s moving graduation song
18	InfinityYuuri		Yuri’s heartwarming masterpiece “Infinity,” a song about friendship
19	THE GIFTHirai Dai		A heartwarming ballad that sings about the bonds of friendship
20	Gray and Blue (+ Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		A song of memories by Kenshi Yonezu and Masaki Suda
21	Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru		A graduation song that cherishes memories with friends
22	proofflumpool		flumpool’s graduation song, friendship and hope
23	Always Youmilet		milet’s movie theme song, with friendship and the treasures of life as its themes
24	Friend ~ If you smilemiwa		A heartwarming song by miwa that depicts friendship and bonds
25	Youth DiaryRyukku to soine gohan		Depicting the end of youth and a new beginning
26	Embracing wrinkled cloudsDISH//		A heartwarming classic that portrays friendship and bonds
27	DREAMShimizu Shota		A moving song about meeting someone who becomes a pillar of support for your heart.
28	small talkYAJICO GIRL		A comforting song that conveys the importance of everyday life
29	language of flowersNeil		A heartwarming piece of music that celebrates friendship
30	SONG 4 UGReeeeN		A heartwarming song by GReeeeN that celebrates friendship
31	Take Me MaybePenthouse		A song that stays close to the heart in the farewells of graduation
32	It doesn’t meltmakaroni enpitsu		A heartwarming song that portrays youthful confusion and friendship
33	one’s true feelingssumika		An anthem of support for comrades overcoming hardship
34	Best FriendKiroro		A moving masterpiece that conveys friendship and gratitude
35	Brilliant RainKing Gnu		An anthem that turns life's hardships into hope
36	DreamerJO1		A cheering anthem by JO1. A ballad that gives courage and hope to those who chase their dreams.
37	To Hikarimiwa		A refreshing song that makes you feel the time spent with friends
38	We on SaturdayLiSA		LiSA’s classic that sings of the warmth of friendship
39	If you laugh at the skywacci		The bonds of clubmates and the treasures of youth
40	You are you.SMAP		A friendship song that heals the heart with a gentle melody
41	weNishino Kana		Moved by Kana Nishino’s friendship song “Watashitachi”
42	Life goes onKing&Prince		A hopeful song about moving forward and facing ahead
43	My dear best friendShonan no Kaze		Shonan no Kaze’s iconic friendship anthem “Dear Best Friend”
44	Song of My PartnerHYENA		A heartwarming and moving song filled with friendship and love
45	My friendZARD		A famous song by ZARD that encourages a positive, forward-looking mindset
46	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		A cheering song filled with friendship and hope
47	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		Theme song of the Doraemon movie, a song that praises friendship
48	Bestieyuka		A moving song that portrays days of friendship
49	FriendFukuyama Masaharu		A song expressing the feeling of cheering on a friend, 'Tomoyo' (Dear Friend)
50	TwinsCHiCO with HoneyWorks		Bonds of friendship, deep love and gratitude for friends
51	BEST FRIENDSMAP		SMAP's moving friendship song
52	FriendFujii Fumiya & Noritake to Hiromi		A three-artist collaboration song that portrays friendship
53	BEST FRIENDGReeeeN		A youth song by GReeeeN that sings about memories with friends
54	FRIENDSHIPH Jungle with T		A friendship-themed song produced by Tetsuya Komuro
55	Dance of YouthSenchimirimentaru		A cheering song that portrays friendship and growth
56	StoryAI		AI’s signature song “Story,” a classic that conveys friendship and deep emotion
57	Friendgagaga supi		Theme song of the anime Mushibugyo, a passionate track about friendship
58	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A rock ballad depicting friendship and farewell
59	Stand by MeSaucy Dog		A coming-of-age song that warmly portrays memories with friends
60	I want to put it into words.Sumioka Rina		The bonds of friendship and a feeling of gratitude resonate in my heart.
61	My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster		A heartwarming song that depicts the friendship of girls
62	KizunaORANGE RANGE		A moving Okinawan-style melody that sings of friendship and farewell
63	ReunionRADWIMPS		“Reunion” is a masterpiece that portrays deep friendship.
64	SignalWANIMA		An encouraging song that gives you the courage to face forward—it's okay to be unfinished.
65	braveNaoto Intiraymi		A song to encourage friends, an anthem of love and courage
66	Someone more important than a friendGoriki Ayame		Gōriki Saigei's hit song that sings about friendship
67	You are my friend.Hirai Ken		The heartwarming music of Ken Hirai’s “Hitomi wo Tojite”
68	To my friendShunsuke Kiyokiba		A moving song by Shunsuke Kiyokiba that celebrates friendship
69	Under the same skyayaka		Ayaka’s famous song about friendship, “Minna Sora no Shita.”
70	Best FriendNishino Kana		Wedding song, Kana Nishino’s heartwarming track
71	Thanks.DREAMS COME TRUE		A friend who stays by your side in tough times is a treasure.
72	An irreplaceable poemmihimaru GT		Theme song of the movie “Doraemon,” singing about the importance of friendship
73	Thank youikimonogakari		A song of cheers and gratitude to a friend
74	Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing		A timeless friendship anthem that deepens the bond with friends
75	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A song of friendship and youth, a high school baseball cheering anthem
76	Thank youMACO		MACO's 'Arigatou' is a song of gratitude to a friend.
77	Song of DepartureMr.Children		A song that warmly cheers on a friend's future
78	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		Celebrate friendship and offer encouragement for a new chapter in life.
79	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE		ZONE’s classic that captures the bittersweetness of friendship and parting
80	be master of lifeaiko		Track included on aiko’s friendship-themed song “Natsufuku”
81	Dear my friendsshela		Even after we part ways, the bonds of friendship remain connected through music.
82	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		A celebrated masterpiece by The Elephant Kashimashi that honors friendship
83	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi		A moving song that portrays friendship and bonds
84	Bond.haji→		Haj→’s “Kizuna” is a song that conveys friendship.
85	Your Best FriendKuraki Mai		Mai Kuraki’s famous song that gives you courage in difficult times
86	Hello, my friendMatsutōya Yumi		A nostalgic classic from the end of summer
87	Cheer up!Takeuchi Mariya		A classic by Mariya Takeuchi—written and composed by her—that encourages those dealing with heartbreak.
88	InfinityKanjani∞		Kanjani Eight’s single released in 2005
89	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		A refreshing song by SEKAI NO OWARI that celebrates friendship.
90	Friend(s)☆★azu		A breakup song filled with friendship, composed by Emi
91	Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu		A popular Yuzu song as a graduation song
92	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		A deep bond of friendship painted with a gentle singing voice
93	You are here.wacci		A heartwarming song that portrays the bond with someone special
94	GIVE ME FIVE!AKB48		A forward-looking AKB48 song that resonates with graduation
95	Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan		A friendship-filled wedding song: Kishidan’s Wedding Song
96	primary colorsYOASOBI		YOASOBI's signature song depicting friendship
97	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		A graduation song filled with friendship and gratitude
98	A Song for YouShenelu		An inspiring graduation song for friends that resonates with the heart
99	Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi		Music that heals friends with Aoi Teshima's singing voice
100	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		yosugala's new theme song of bonds
101	Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad		A hopeful ballad with a warm melody
102	Beautiful DaysHirai Dai		Sing of hope and bonds in Dai Hirai’s youth anthem
103	Ring Dingaimyon		Aimyon’s heartwarming song, a positive message
104	GarnetOku Hanako		The heartwarming theme song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
105	BetelgeuseYuuri		An inspiring song about bonds and friendship with a star motif
106	smileikimonogakari		A moving song that sings of encouragement and love for a friend
107	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		A moving song that portrays friendship and youth
108	Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya		A heartwarming song that portrays friendship and gratitude
109	OrangeSPYAIR		A moving song about youthful friendship and parting
110	Song of a Friendyuzu		Treasuring memories with friends, let’s support each other with a smile.
111	Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A song that expresses gratitude to a friend and shared memories
112	If I’m with youLittle Glee Monster		A heartwarming song that sings of the power of friendship and the bonds that unite us.
113	Just friends.TETORA		A song that portrays the boundary between friendship and love
114	I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko		A graduation song celebrating gratitude and friendship
115	CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s “Kanpai” is a classic that celebrates a friend’s new beginning.
116	Friends for lifeAoyama Teruma		A bright rap song celebrating friendship that lifts your spirits
117	Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin-		A moving song that sings of the preciousness of friendship
118	Old FriendsYonYon		A heartwarming musical work that celebrates friendship