A roundup of bright friendship songs: upbeat tracks and crowd-pleasers.

There are lots of songs about friendship, and you’ll probably hear them at friends’ birthdays, during graduation season, and even at weddings.

You might also sing friendship songs at karaoke.

At times like that, you might find yourself thinking, “Among friendship songs, I want to listen to or sing something upbeat.”

In this article, we’ll introduce lively, up-tempo tracks that are perfect for getting everyone excited!

Use this as a reference when you want to listen to or sing friendship songs with a bright, cheerful vibe.

Playlist

A roundup of bright friendship songs: upbeat tracks and crowd-pleasers.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	usual membersriria.		An emotional song that portrays the importance of friendship
2	Friend’s Songberii guddoman		A passionate track that sings of the bonds of friendship
3	If it’s the two of usSUI		A song by sui that warmly and powerfully sings of the bond between two people
4	I won’t forget the days with you.Te ga kuriimu pan		A song to celebrate memories at a friend's wedding
5	treasurewacci		A cheering song where the bonds with friends become strength
6	FlenjerOtsuka Ai		A song that cheers you on with the Friendship Sentai
7	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A classic youth punk anthem depicting friendship and bonds
8	silhouetteKANA-BOON		Song of youth, the radiance of friendship and hope.
9	OrangeSPYAIR		An anthem of youth that portrays the bonds with friends and the journey of growth
10	determinationSUPER BEAVER		A cheering song that sings of the courage and hope of youth
11	Bestieyuka		A moving song that depicts the importance of friendship
12	Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya		A heartwarming song that portrays friendship and gratitude
13	ImaginationSPYAIR		A song from the anime Haikyu!! that conveys friendship and courage
14	HolidayHappiness		While it’s a danceable floor sound, the vo—
15	100% CourageHikaru GENJI		This song, which never loses its charm no matter when I listen to it, takes me back to my childhood...
16	Blue SpringSUPER BEAVER		An uplifting song that portrays the bonds of youth
17	Friends ForeverB.B.WAVES		A pop song that breezily portrays friendship and memories
18	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		A heartwarming cheer song that colors youth
19	Highschool ♡ loveE-girls		A sparkling song that portrays the friendships of a class reunion
20	Spring SwallowHey! Say! JUMP		A cheer song by sumika, singing of hope in spring
21	A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket		A coming-of-age pop tune that sings about the bonds of friendship
22	Life goes onKing&Prince		A bright song that celebrates the bonds of friendship
23	My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster		The captivating vocals of Little Glee Monster
24	I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER		A heart-stirring song that conveys precious bonds and hope
25	Fanfaresumika		An anthem of speed and hope that lifts the heart
26	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		Depicting bonds of friendship and memories of youth
27	POSITIVE feat. Dream Amitofubeats		A refreshing youth song by a young artist from Kobe
28	Above the cloudsKokoro no Suke		A heartwarming song about the bonds with friends
29	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		A grand composition that depicts the universe and life
30	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		A cheering song that depicts the brilliance and bitterness of youth
31	telepathyORANGE RANGE		A song that connects hearts, a bond that resonates across distance
32	primary colorsYOASOBI		YOASOBI's signature song depicting friendship
33	A victorious smile with youUkasukaji		A youth anthem that portrays friendship and bonds, conveying passionate feelings.
34	GO!!!FLOW		A powerful friendship-themed song by FLOW
35	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		Energize your heart with a positive song!
36	FRIENDS!!!imase		Imase’s friendship song is hugely popular among young people.
37	Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu		Mafumafu’s Spring Youth Story
38	baby loveKarafuru Pīchi		A pop number that sings of love and friendship
39	Dance of YouthSenchimirimentaru		A cheering song that portrays friendship and growth
40	no planRozarīna		An inspiring song that celebrates the importance of friendship
41	My dear best friendShonan no Kaze		Walking forward, supported by memories with my companions
42	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu		An inspiring cheer song that connects us with smiles
43	A Tiny Bit of CourageFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A youthful friendship song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS
44	FRIENDSGOING STEADY		Expressing the depth of friendship with a light, upbeat melody.
45	I’m glad you’re here.makomina		Makomina’s Friendship Song
46	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		A song about friendship and youth
47	Give Me Five!AKB48		The upbeat, catchy style is characteristic of idols…
48	RunLittle Glee Monster		A youth-boosting anthem that sings of courage and bonds
49	Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin-		A warm song that celebrates the importance of friendship
50	Old FriendsYonYon		A heartwarming musical work that celebrates friendship
51	Ring Dingaimyon		A heartwarming song by Aimyon that depicts friendship
52	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		Release of the support song for New School Leaders
53	MABU feat. SoalaAYANE		A female artist sings about the importance of friendship
54	A bouquet for meAdo		A song of self-esteem and gratitude
55	Map of the HeartBOYSTYLE		BOYSTYLE’s friendship cheer song
56	MiracleGReeeeN		A baseball cheering song filled with love and gratitude
57	SiriusMr.forute		Each Person’s Role and Feelings at the School Festival
58	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		A rock song that sings about the importance of human connection and smiles
59	Friendswacci		wacci song depicts friendship
60	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		An encouraging and supportive song that stands by people going through difficulties
61	Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		A warm song with the theme of eternal friendship
62	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		A song that portrays the brilliance of youth and the importance of friendship
63	Team friendsChiba Yūki		An inspiring song that celebrates friendship and the bonds between companions
64	Marriage Fighting Spirit March – Best Buddy –Kishidan		A friendship song by Kishidan celebrating a wedding. An upbeat track perfect for a school cultural festival.
65	Friendship StoryAice⁵		A youthful friendship-themed song with an upbeat tempo
66	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		A song that cherishes memories with friends
67	TwinsCHiCO with HoneyWorks		The theme song of 'Pritty-chan' that brightly sings about friendship
68	everything!DIALOGUE＋		An upbeat, bright, heart-lifting song
69	It starts here!DREAMS COME TRUE		A heart-pounding song that cheers on friendship and challenge
70	Happy SynthesizerEasy Pop		A technopop song that supports/cheers on women
71	Ultramarine HymnEVE		Debut streaming EP by Eve, a singer who emerged from the internet
72	my friendHY		A refreshing, feel-good song by HY that sings about feelings for a best friend
73	Best FriendKiroro		A heartwarming classic that sings of friendship and gratitude
74	So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster		A friendship song where companions strengthen each other through the power of music
75	Opening DeclarationNovelbright		Don’t give up on your dreams—move forward together with your companions.
76	Friends star chartOCHA NORMA		OCHA NORMA’s pop song that likens friendship to constellations
77	ReunionRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS' friendship song “Reunion”
78	I can do anything.SUSHIBOYS		An uplifting song that cherishes memories of the school festival
79	Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		An iconic song brimming with speed and friendship—so hype!
80	together; along with; bothWANIMA		WANIMA's friendship song, a cheer song for friends heading down separate paths
81	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		An anthem that gives you the courage to move forward
82	My friendZARD		Don't give up—become strong with your friends.
83	Tetote with GReeeeNwhiteeeen		The radiance of youth, voices singing of friendship and love
84	We are!kitadani hiroshi		The first opening theme song of ONE PIECE
85	Friendgagaga supi		A youth punk song serving as the friendship theme by Gagaga SP
86	My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi		A heartwarming song that celebrates friendship
87	My friend—now and forever—Ketsumeishi		A cheer song that deepens friendship
88	Anthem of CounterattackRyukku to soine gohan		A believing heart becomes strength, and we move forward together with our companions.
89	Invincible GirlfriendŌhara Sakurako		Courage to look forward through a song brimming with friendship
90	FRIENDSOkazaki Taiiku		Expressing the change in Okazaki Taiiku’s view of friendship
91	Happinessarashi		Lift your mood with the ultimate happy song
92	WinnerShonan no Kaze		A summer hit brimming with friendship and passion
93	Friends are a good thing.CRAZY KEN BAND		With richly developed characters and high-caliber performances…
94	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Affectionately known as “Fanmon,” with catchy...
95	migratory bird[Alexandros]		While the melody evokes a certain sense of nostalgia...
96	Song of a Friendyuzu		Yuzu’s famous song that depicts the warmth of friendship
97	dear my friendHi-STANDARD		A masterpiece that powerfully expresses the joy of friendship and reunion
98	Hey, my friendMr.forute		A song that refreshingly portrays the bonds of friendship
99	We againSG		A smash hit that gently expresses gratitude to a friend
100	girls bandtsukimi		A rock song of girls' friendship and musical passion