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