A bright song about comrades. A roundup of classic tracks that make you feel the bonds.
What songs come to mind when you think of tracks that sing about the bonds between friends?
There are songs that express everyday gratitude, look back on days spent growing together, or send cheers to a friend who’s feeling down—there are so many stories told through music.
In this article, I’ll be introducing lots of songs with a bright, upbeat vibe among those that focus on friendship.
If you’re looking for tracks that lift your spirits rather than ones with a somber mood, I hope you’ll find this helpful.
I hope you discover a song that really resonates when you compare it to the relationship between you and your friends.
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A collection of uplifting songs about friendship: timeless tracks that make you feel the bond (71–80)
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.
Spread your wingsDEEN
A single released in ’93 by a trio formed the same year.
Gentle piano tones and a slowly unfolding melody are punctuated by a hard-edged guitar, and over this ensemble a high-toned vocal weaves in, resulting in a nicely crafted ballad.
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It’s nice to listen to songs like this once in a while.
It fills me with a pure desire to cherish my friends, as if I’ve gone back to my childhood.
Since this song is used in the anime Romeo’s Blue Skies, I think people who know the anime will really relate to it.
A collection of uplifting songs about friendship: timeless tracks that make you feel the bonds (81–90)
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It was selected as the ending theme for the overseas drama Rush Hour.
It passionately and recklessly conveys feelings for friends, and it makes you envy the idea of having friends who get that fired up for you.
It’s a song that once again reminds you to cherish the friends who are with you now.
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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.”
My friendZARD
It’s a song whose warm vocals and melody resonate in the heart.
The lyrics portray the importance of friendship and bonds, filled with memories shared together and the spirit of supporting one another.
Released in January 1996, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon charts and was used as the fourth ending theme for the anime Slam Dunk.
This work remains one of ZARD’s signature songs, beloved by many fans.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you want to feel the bond with friends or express gratitude to someone important.
It will surely kindle a gentle light in your heart.
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In 2001, this song was selected as the theme for the drama Kids War 3.
With its cool, refreshing melody and widely relatable lyrics, it became extremely popular.
Covered many times by numerous artists and sung ever since, it can be called a timeless classic.
