Hidden gems of friendship songs. Recommended popular tracks.

Song of My PartnerHYENA

Buddy's Song / HYENA

This is a friendship song by the new-generation HYENA, a young and energetic vocalist who emphasizes a masculine, cool, and no-nonsense image as his selling point.

With his exceptional presence, he has successfully gained a devoted core fanbase, and this work is emerging as a release that raises expectations for what’s to come.

C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h. [Official Music Video]

An emotionally moving work that portrays the bonds with friends from our youth and the passion to keep pursuing our dreams, it’s included on the album “Zankyō Reference.” With lyrics interwoven in Japanese and English, the song celebrates the strength to push forward through a chaotic world and the comfort of having an unchanging, precious place to return to.

This classic by ONE OK ROCK, recorded in October 2011, was also used as the ending theme for the TV program “To the Top of the Earth: Fumita Kuriki’s New Challenge.” Its appeal lies in a sound that skillfully fuses post-hardcore and emo elements, and in the powerful message embedded within its melodious arrangement.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when standing at a crossroads in life or when you want to look back on your cherished memories.

You are you.SMAP

[No. 508] You Are You (by SMAP / 1993) / Nahoko Miyazaki

Although they boasted solid name recognition as a male idol group, SMAP became legendary after their breakup; this is one of their hidden friendship songs.

While it tends to be overshadowed by their more famous tracks, it remains popular among core fans, and its simple portrayal of friendship makes it an approachable piece.

Together ~Connection~TEE

TEE – Together ~Connection~

This is a friendship song by Tee, whose solid vocal skills have earned strong trust from a wide range of listeners and led to more appearances on big stages.

While it occupies a hidden J-pop position due to the fame of “Baby I Love You,” its assured singing and lyrics that portray the beauty of friendship make it a striking, memorable work.

my best friendTiara

Tiara「My best friend 」 Live ver.

With authentic, powerful vocals as its weapon, this is a hidden J-pop friendship song by Tiara, marked by a rhythmically soothing and memorable singing voice.

While it’s not yet widely known, it’s a highly polished work that lets you feel the depth of friendship.

Friendazu

AZU “Friend☆★”

This is a friendship song by Azu, a new-generation vocalist, in which wholehearted devotion to friendship is lyrically expressed in the world of the lyrics.

It’s very easy on the ears and, though still not widely known, stands as a well-crafted work and a hidden gem in Japanese music.

one’s true feelingssumika

sumika / Honne [Music Video] *Theme song for the 99th All Japan High School Soccer Championship

Friendship is truly a wonderful thing, isn’t it? sumika’s songs gently teach us the importance of friendship in a way that sinks into the heart.

When you feel weak and think, “Maybe I should just quit,” a single word from a friend can give you the courage to look forward and think, “No, I don’t want to quit.” Surely everyone has had an experience like that.

Released in January 2021, this song was also used as the support anthem for the 99th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.

Listening to it while remembering your club activities or your school-day friends will make your heart ache in the best way.

It’s a track that lets you feel the happiness of having irreplaceable friends with whom you can share both the tough times and the joyful ones.