Music captures an ordinary moment from everyday life and, through the singer’s sensibility, turns it into a drama.
Music is truly wonderful.
When we talk about friendship with our friends, cultural expressions like music and literature have become indispensable.
All the gratitude and deep emotion for our friends—feelings too powerful for words—and the many shifts of the heart can surely be expressed through music.
We’ve picked out some hidden gems among Japanese friendship songs.
Give them a listen while thinking of your friends.
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Hidden gems of friendship songs. Recommended popular tracks (1–10)
best friendNEW!SG
A song by SG that I want to give to a dear friend.
As the title suggests, it’s a warm message song themed around the bond with a friend deeply connected at heart.
Life brings many partings—graduations, turning points—but this song straightforwardly sings about an unchanging friendship despite distance, and the hope of meeting again.
Released as a single in March 2022, it resonated with many people, ranking high in LINE MUSIC’s real-time music video charts.
Known for “Bokura Mata,” SG penned this track in his own words, offering not only the sorrow of parting but also the courage to look ahead.
It’s perfect as BGM for graduation season, as well as for times when you want to express gratitude that’s hard to say, or when you’re thinking of a friend far away.
My friendSpoon
Although it still gives the impression of an artist with much more to come, this is a standout song by Spoon that radiates presence through its comforting vocals.
The lyrics about friendship have real depth and emotional resonance, making it a moving piece with a melody that appeals to a wide audience.
foreverBENI
This is a hidden friendship song by BENI, who has produced many danceable tunes and stands out remarkably even in cover performances.
The lyrics earnestly express feelings for a friend with depth, creating a work that has the power to captivate many listeners.
Bond.haji→
This is a friendship song by Haji→, who burst onto the scene like a comet as a new-generation singer.
Its lyrics leave a strong impression with their depth on the theme of bonds between friends.
Although his name recognition is still growing, the track stands out as a hidden gem of J-pop with the power of a true classic.
Dear BrideNishino Kana
This is a friendship song by Kana Nishino, who is popular among younger audiences as a charismatic female figure and resonates strongly with them.
Although it tends to be overshadowed by her more famous tracks, its solid lyrical worldview and strong craftsmanship have made it a favorite among core fans.
to lie on firewood and taste gall (an idiom meaning to endure hardship and persevere for future revenge or success)Anjurumu
A friendship song by ANGERME, who suddenly emerged as a new-generation vocal artist.
The lyrics combine abstraction and concreteness to create a deeply themed world, and their comfortable, straight-to-the-heart message results in a highly polished work.
Thank you!!HOME MADE kazoku
It’s a track by Home Made Kazoku that has become a little-known gem: a friendship song elevated into catchy yet sophisticated music, showcasing them performing at full power.
The lively vocals are easy to listen to and make it easy to get into the groove.