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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 friends. Recommended friendship songs (41–50)

SUNHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – SUN (Official Video)
SUNHoshino Gen

Among Gen Hoshino’s songs, this is the one that especially lifts your spirits.

Its bright melody and refreshing vocals sink deep into your heart.

The lyrics celebrate the joy and hope of greeting the morning after a long night, and as you listen, you can’t help but feel more determined to face forward and do your best.

Released in May 2015, it was also used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Kokoro ga Pokitto ne,” and it has become a track that offers comfort to many people.

It’s a perfect song for when you’re worn out from daily life or need a boost of energy.

Wonderful UsAnjī

A single released in 1988.

A four-piece band from Yamaguchi Prefecture formed in 1980.

A melody line that conveys a bright, mid-tempo feel is matched by a hard-edged guitar sound in the ensemble.

On top of that, the distinctive vocals come in, showcasing their top-tier sound.

Hey, my friendMr.forute

Mr. Fōrute – Hey, My Friend [Official Music Video]
Hey, my friendMr.forute

This song beautifully depicts the invisible bonds of friendship.

Written and composed by Mr.

Furbte’s vocalist, Tsukasa Inao, it was released as an advance digital single in January 2021.

Later included on the album “sweet life,” the track sets the precious ties between friends—and the ups and downs they overcome together—to a refreshing melody.

Starting in September of the same year, it was also chosen as the theme song for the Twitter drama “Itadakeba, Totoshi.” sponsored by the Nisshin Seifun Group, drawing attention as a track that colors the “delicious” moments of youth.

When you’re struggling to make memories with friends or want to express gratitude to your cherished companions, this song will be a reassuring ally.

hey, my friendTommy heavenly6

Tommy heavenly6 – Hey My Friend (Live)
hey, my friendTommy heavenly6

This is a song used in the film Kamikaze Girls.

If you’ve seen the movie, you’ll feel it’s a song that values friendship.

It’s a song you’ll want to keep listening to.

You’ll find yourself humming, “Hey My Friend.”

forever friendsTakeuchi Mariya

HONDA Today “New Today Birth” Version – ♪ Mariya Takeuchi “FOREVER FRIENDS”
forever friendsTakeuchi Mariya

This is a song that makes you feel that, if someone is a true friend, your hearts are connected even without saying a word, no matter how long you’ve been out of touch.

The lyrics convey the feeling that true friends can instantly return to the days when they saw each other every day, just by meeting and seeing each other’s faces, no matter how much time has passed or how much their circumstances have changed.

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A single released in 1996.

A music unit formed in 1995 by Masatoshi Hamada of Downtown and Tetsuya Komuro.

It was the theme song for the drama “Leave it to Ryoma!” Amid a melody and rhythm packed with Komuro’s signature digital flair that was all the rage at the time, Hamada’s so-bad-it’s-good vocals explode onto the track, giving the song a subtle curveball vibe.

Full-Power BoySukima Suichi

Sukima Switch – “Zenryoku Shonen” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / Zenryoku Shonen Music Video
Full-Power BoySukima Suichi

Included on the 2005 album “Kūsō Clip.” A two-person unit from Aichi Prefecture formed in 1999.

Over an upbeat, feel-good rhythm and a briskly unfolding melody line, light and airy high-tone vocals ring out.

It’s a song that lifts your spirits.