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!
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A classic song about friends. Recommended friendship songs (41–50)
girlfriendCrystal Kay & BoA
Amazing, amazing! That’s the word.
I think both of them speak Japanese very well.
I can feel their desire to stay friends forever.
Hearing these two sing makes me feel that “true friendship that isn’t bound by trivial things” is the most wonderful thing of all.
A classic song celebrating friendship. Recommended friendship songs (51–60)
Believe in your dreamsTokunaga Hideaki
It’s a classic uplifting anthem that sings about the importance of living with faith in your dreams! Released by Hideaki Tokunaga in January 1990, the song is still loved by many listeners today and remains timeless.
It was used as the ending theme for the Fuji TV anime “Dragon Quest” and became a huge hit, peaking at No.
3 on the Oricon charts.
When you feel like, “I just can’t keep going…” listen to this song.
Even as you hold on to your torn wings, it will give you the courage to keep running toward tomorrow! It’s the perfect track for when you’re stepping into a new environment or striving toward your dreams.
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Although it has a rock vibe, it’s a song about thinking of a friend.
The lyrics and melody match perfectly, making it a track you can really get into.
I don’t think there are many songs where the music and lyrics align this well.
It’s a song that makes you feel you can’t go wrong by listening to it.
chance encounterBUMP OF CHICKEN
Among BUMP OF CHICKEN’s songs, this track is a hidden gem that’s extremely popular among fans.
It drew attention when it was chosen as the theme song for the film Onmyoji 0.
Its driving, catchy vibe is the kind that can really lift your spirits.
Speaking of BUMP OF CHICKEN, one of their biggest draws is the lyrics written by vocalist and guitarist Motoo Fujiwara.
This song is, of course, packed with that charm—especially the lines in the latter half about the two people’s first meeting, which are sure to hit you right in the heart.
Those kinds of expressions—seemingly obvious, yet ones you might not notice until they’re put into words—are a hallmark of Fuji-kun’s lyricism.
Besten DankTakano Hiroshi
Included on the 1991 album “AWAKENING.” It was used as a CM song for MIZUNO’s ski wear.
Born in 1964, a singer-songwriter from Shizuoka Prefecture.
The pop, bright melody of the synthesizer and the mid-tempo rhythm make your steps feel lighter.
The sweet-toned vocals are also great.
Too Dear (duet with Tiara)KG
It’s a song that portrays friendship so movingly it almost makes you cry just listening to it.
Watching the music video and listening at the same time makes the values in these lyrics stand out even more.
The backing rap blends nicely, overlapping with the main vocals to create a high-level sound.
Once you hear it, you’ll definitely want to listen again.
Above the cloudsKokoro no Suke
This piece is highly popular as a song that celebrates a deep bond with friends.
It’s a track Shinnosuke created around the theme of friendship with his longtime partner and producer, portraying a rival relationship that pushes both to grow.
The song is included on the EP “PURPLE,” released in August 2021, and it held the No.
1 spot on the Billboard JAPAN charts for four consecutive weeks.
It’s perfect for singing with friends at karaoke—why not crank it up and reaffirm that fiery friendship together?