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A classic song about friendship. Recommended friendship songs.

Friends you spent your youth with, friends who are still moving forward with you toward a single goal, supportive buddies, coworkers, and more…

Don’t you have many important companions around you?

We feel every day how much we’re supported by such friends, but have you ever tried looking for songs with that theme?

There are actually quite a lot of songs about friends, friendship, and bonds—and many of them are wonderful.

In this article, I’ll introduce a whole bunch all at once!

I’m sure you’ll find songs with lyrics that really hit home and resonate with your memories and experiences so far!

A classic song about friendship. Recommended friendship songs (1–10)

bestieKishidan

Kishidan – Marriage Fighting Spirit March “Best Buddy”
bestieKishidan

A single that delivers exactly what its title proclaims: “Marriage Fighting-Spirit March.” Set to a lively band sound, this celebratory song for a friend resonates with many.

It wishes the newlyweds a happy life together, making it perfect for weddings.

Please sing this prayer-for-happiness song to your friends as they embark on their life together.

The First Steprakkuraifu

Luck Life / The First Step [Music Video] (TV Anime 'Cheer Boys!!' Opening Theme)
The First Steprakkuraifu

This is a song that was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Cheer Boys!!.

With its light, flowing band sound and the shouted calls that punctuate the vocals, it has the perfect power befitting a true fight song.

It’s a track that will support you when you’re feeling down or going through a tough time.

Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN “Friend’s Song”
Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN

This song was written as the theme for the film Doraemon: Nobita and the New Steel Troops—Winged Angels.

It sings of the fun and sad memories shared with friends.

As we look back on those days and grow up—even if we drift apart—we remain friends.

That sentiment is conveyed with rich emotion in a way that’s quintessentially BUMP OF CHICKEN.

A classic masterpiece about friendship. Recommended friendship songs (11–20)

secret base 〜What You Gave Me〜ZONE

ZONE Secret Base ~The Things You Gave Me~ (English Subs+Romaji+Kanji)
secret base 〜What You Gave Me〜ZONE

In 2001, this song was selected as the theme for the drama Kids War 3.

With its cool, refreshing melody and widely relatable lyrics, it became extremely popular.

Covered many times by numerous artists and sung ever since, it can be called a timeless classic.

treasureNEW!wacci

wacci “Treasure” (Lyric Video)
treasureNEW!wacci

A heartwarming number that portrays the anxiety and loneliness felt while chasing a dream, and the importance of friends who support each other in those moments.

Just believing you’re not alone can make you stronger, and the time spent together becomes the most irreplaceable treasure—this is the message woven into the song.

It will surely remind you of the bond with “the friends from those days.” The track is included on the album “Kanjō Hyakkei,” released in August 2017.

Interestingly, it drew attention when Miho Takagi named it her “victory song” to listen to before competitions at the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics, which also led to a live performance on the TV program “Sukkiri.” It’s a perfect song for those striving toward their dreams or for teammates pushing each other to improve, such as in school clubs.

Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa

An indie debut single released in August 2002.

It was part of a TV Tokyo documentary project called “Hamaraja,” which headhunted members selected for each part from bands nationwide to form a new band.

A song like a drama, packed with all kinds of sweat and tears.

My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster

Little Glee Monster 『My Best Friend』Music Video-Short Ver.-
My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster

The fifth single, released in May 2016.

With the five members of Little Glee Monster delivering cozy harmonies and singing about girls’ friendship, it really brings the backdrop to life.

As time goes by and things change or we make mistakes, this song makes you feel how wonderful it is to have friends you can be honest with.