A collection of upbeat friendship songs that brighten your mood, themed around friends

There are so many friendship songs that depict bonds and memories with friends.

When you find parts of the lyrics that overlap with your own experiences, you can relate to them, and they become your favorite songs that you want to listen to over and over again.

In this article, we’re focusing on friendship songs with a particularly bright vibe.

We’ve chosen only up-tempo tracks and songs with a catchy feel.

Use this as a reference not only for finding songs to listen to every day, but also when you’re looking for BGM for a friend’s birthday movie, or songs to play for a wedding performance or during the send-off!

Playlist

A collection of upbeat friendship songs that brighten your mood, themed around friends
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	treasurewacci		A cheering song where the bonds with friends become strength
2	FlenjerOtsuka Ai		A song that cheers you on with the Friendship Sentai
3	I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi		A cheer song of hope and support for a new life
4	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A classic youth punk anthem depicting friendship and bonds
5	Friends again tomorrowNishiwaki Yui		A masterpiece that portrays the pure friendship of children
6	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		A cheering song that depicts the brilliance and bitterness of youth
7	Friendswacci		wacci song depicts friendship
8	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		A song that portrays the brilliance of youth and the importance of friendship
9	OrangeSPYAIR		An anthem of youth that portrays the bonds with friends and the journey of growth
10	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		A ONE OK ROCK song that sings of friendship and youth
11	Best FriendzODD YOUTH		A cute and touching song that celebrates the bonds of friendship.
12	no planRozarīna		An inspiring song that celebrates the importance of friendship
13	If I sing to the sky175R		A friendship song by 175R. A bright track that expresses gratitude for meeting friends.
14	Song of a Friendyuzu		Yuzu’s famous song that depicts the warmth of friendship
15	SMILYOtsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s friendship song: A smile gives you courage
16	It starts here!DREAMS COME TRUE		A heart-pounding song that cheers on friendship and challenge
17	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		A rock song that sings about the importance of human connection and smiles
18	FRIENDSGOING STEADY		Expressing the depth of friendship with a light, upbeat melody.
19	one’s true feelingssumika		An uplifting youth anthem that sings of the strength of friendship
20	bondGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s friendship cheer song
21	My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi		A heartwarming song that celebrates friendship
22	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		Friendship-themed song by BUMP OF CHICKEN
23	Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin-		A warm song that celebrates the importance of friendship
24	Look of Lifefhána		Hope to move forward while wavering at a crossroads in life
25	BFF (Best Friend Forever)TREASURE		A warm song filled with TREASURE’s friendship
26	primary colorsYOASOBI		YOASOBI's signature song depicting friendship
27	Map of the HeartBOYSTYLE		BOYSTYLE’s friendship cheer song
28	NO MORE CRYD-51		A bright, uplifting anthem that celebrates the importance of friendship
29	You are my friend.Hirai Ken		Ken Hirai's friendship song
30	CorrectRADWIMPS		A heartwarming graduation song that portrays youth friendship and growth
31	Let’s smileyonige		An uplifting cheer song that makes you feel energized just by listening
32	Above the cloudsKokoro no Suke		A heartwarming song about the bonds with friends
33	BFmoumoon		A theme song that sings of a deep, sister-like bond
34	Spring SwallowHey! Say! JUMP		A cheer song by sumika, singing of hope in spring
35	A victorious smile with youUkasukaji		A youth anthem that portrays friendship and bonds, conveying passionate feelings.
36	TwinsCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A heartwarming song that portrays the bond and everyday life of best friends
37	I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER		A heart-stirring song that conveys precious bonds and hope
38	Hey, my friendMr.forute		A song that refreshingly portrays the bonds of friendship
39	RunLittle Glee Monster		A youth-boosting anthem that sings of courage and bonds
40	A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket		A coming-of-age pop tune that sings about the bonds of friendship
41	Opening DeclarationNovelbright		A powerful anthem of encouragement that passionately depicts the dreams of youth
42	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		A heartwarming cheer song that colors youth
43	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		Release of the support song for New School Leaders
44	telepathyORANGE RANGE		A song that connects hearts, a bond that resonates across distance
45	Ring Dingaimyon		A heartwarming song by Aimyon that depicts friendship
46	dear my friendHi-STANDARD		A masterpiece that powerfully expresses the joy of friendship and reunion
47	For Youlecca		lecca’s signature song of friendship and gratitude
48	ReunionRADWIMPS		A masterpiece that portrays the value and preciousness of friendship
49	Bestieyuka		A refreshing, friendship-themed song that resonates with the heart
50	SONG 4 UGReeeeN		A friendship song that moves forward with laughing and crying
51	my friendHY		A refreshing, feel-good song by HY that sings about feelings for a best friend
52	Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		An iconic song brimming with speed and friendship—so hype!
53	Tetote with GReeeeNwhiteeeen		The radiance of youth, voices singing of friendship and love
54	friendHoshino Gen		Hoshino Gen’s new song about friendship resonates with the heart.
55	Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya		A heartwarming song that portrays friendship and gratitude
56	Goodbye, see you.ET-KING		ET-KING’s friendship song is a big hit
57	GO!!!FLOW		A powerful friendship-themed song by FLOW
58	Michishirube ~a road home~ORANGE RANGE		A bright song themed around friendship
59	Friendgagaga supi		An exhilarating, fast-paced band sound that fires up the crowd…
60	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		Elephant Kashimashi's friendship song
61	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		A grand composition that depicts the universe and life
62	Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira		A moving song that portrays friendship, “Amigo.”
63	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		yosugala's new theme song of bonds
64	Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		A warm song with the theme of eternal friendship
65	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		An anthem that gives you the courage to move forward
66	baby loveKarafuru Pīchi		A pop number that sings of love and friendship
67	FRIENDS!!!imase		Imase’s friendship song is hugely popular among young people.
68	Friends ForeverB.B.WAVES		A pop song that breezily portrays friendship and memories
69	Dance of YouthSenchimirimentaru		A cheering song that portrays friendship and growth
70	We againSG		A smash hit that gently expresses gratitude to a friend
71	Old FriendsYonYon		A heartwarming musical work that celebrates friendship
72	MABU feat. SoalaAYANE		A female artist sings about the importance of friendship
73	SmileSymphonyDECO27		An upbeat, musical-style cheer song
74	May it be filled with kindnessJUJU		A friendship number wishing happiness for JUJU’s best friend
75	BEST FRIENDSMAP		SMAP’s smash-hit song with a friendship theme
76	Best friendSnow Man		Snow Man, the popular dance group, with heartwarming lyrics
77	Laugh awayYUI		Support message for YUI's friendship song
78	Bond.haji→		A hit song that supports Haji→’s friendship
79	My dear best friendShonan no Kaze		Walking forward, supported by memories with my companions
80	Best FriendNishino Kana		One of Kana Nishino’s signature songs—an upbeat track that celebrates the importance of friends and the bonds of friendship.
81	GIVE ME FIVE!AKB48		A fun AKB48 classic that sings about friendship
82	Friendship StoryAice⁵		A youthful friendship-themed song with an upbeat tempo
83	fam!CHiCO		CHiCO's refreshing song gives you energy.
84	Happy SynthesizerEasy Pop		A technopop song that supports/cheers on women
85	The Song of BeginningsTHE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE		A warm song for a new life, deepening the bonds of friendship
86	together; along with; bothWANIMA		WANIMA's friendship song, a cheer song for friends heading down separate paths
87	Invincible GirlfriendŌhara Sakurako		Courage to look forward through a song brimming with friendship
88	FRIENDSOkazaki Taiiku		Expressing the change in Okazaki Taiiku’s view of friendship
89	Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing		The 1997-released album “everlasti…”
90	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyGood Coming		The 2013 album “Good Co…”
91	Dear, My Friendsmashoe’		Among friendship songs, mashoe’s...
92	Friends are a good thing.CRAZY KEN BAND		With richly developed characters and high-caliber performances…
93	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Affectionately known as “Fanmon,” with catchy...
94	HolidayHappiness		While it’s a danceable floor sound, the vo—
95	Life goes onKing&Prince		A bright song that celebrates the bonds of friendship
96	My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster friendship song
97	determinationSUPER BEAVER		A cheering song that sings of the courage and hope of youth
98	Blue SpringSUPER BEAVER		An uplifting song that portrays the bonds of youth
99	everything!DIALOGUE＋		An upbeat, bright, heart-lifting song
100	Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan		A passionate cheer song filled with friendship for a wedding