[For High School Students] A Collection of Friendship Songs to Give on Birthdays
If you’re a high school student, you might sometimes create a message video to celebrate a friend’s birthday.
Gathering past photos and collecting messages from everyone can be a bit of work, and many people also struggle with choosing the right background music.
So in this article, we’ll introduce friendship songs perfect for gifting on a birthday, especially for high schoolers.
We’ve picked songs with a variety of styles, so choose tracks that match the mood of the video you want to make.
Have fun creating your video while imagining how happy your friend will be when they watch your gift!
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High school students’ birthday songs that deepen friendship (71–80)
On the night of your/one’s birthdayAndō Yūko
With her translucent voice, Yuko Ando perfectly embodies the phrase “a soothing voice.” Her song “On the Night of Your Birthday” is a gentle, comforting number that warms the heart.
Not everyone feels happy on their birthday.
Some people face little mishaps or stumble over various things and end up worrying.
This is a song I’d like to give to those people—it nestles close to a tired heart or a jaded mood.
It’s a track that helps you begin a new self starting the day after your birthday.
Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46
A graduation-themed song with a poignant love story layered over the cherry blossom season leaves a strong impression.
Hinatazaka46’s clear, pure vocals gently embrace memories of the past and feelings that were never confessed.
It’s the group’s 13th single, released in January 2025, with Nao Kosaka serving as center.
The music video, set on a graduation day, was released in December 2024.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to in the season when the arrival of spring brings back nostalgic feelings.
Highly recommended for students approaching graduation and for anyone who has experienced parting with someone dear.
Birthday Songyuka
Singer-songwriter Yuka’s popular track “Birthday Song” is included on her first mini-album “I am,” released in 2020.
The music video is a slideshow that captures precious everyday moments, so if you’re thinking of making a birthday video, be sure to watch it for inspiration.
It’s a song you can give to a partner or a friend, filled with heartwarming messages like “I love you” and “I know you’re always doing your best.”
A birthday song for high schoolers whose friendship is deepening (81–90)
Bestieyuka
This is a song by Yuka that depicts ordinary, everyday moments spent with a dear friend while directly expressing the feelings she has for them.
The bright, cheerful sound leaves a strong impression, conveying how much fun the time spent together feels.
It portrays memories of supporting each other through both happy and difficult times, and expresses gratitude.
The song carries a message of continuing to support one another as you head toward the future, and you can feel the strength of a deep bond.
birthdayKumaki Anri
Sung by singer-songwriter Anri Kumaki, this birthday song is also known for being featured since 2009 in the “Mebae” segment of Kansai Information Net Ten!.
The lyric that says, “As long as you’re alive, any version of you is fine,” carries so many emotions that before you know it, tears well up in your eyes.
It hits even harder when you listen to it as an adult, so consider gifting it to a partner or a dear friend.
Perfect Day ~A Special Day~Sayaka Kanda, Takako Matsu, Pierre Taki, Shinichiro Hara, Katsuhiro Kitagawa
This song, which also served as the theme for the short animated sequel to Frozen, “Frozen Fever,” conveys Anna’s joy at having her special birthday celebrated with a surprise from Elsa.
It makes you wish for a surprise like that yourself.
Birthday SongOchiai Wataru
Released in October 2019, this work is filled with a warm message for someone celebrating their birthday.
The lyrics, which sing of bonds with loved ones and feelings of gratitude, resonate deeply.
Wataru Ochiai’s gentle vocals and the simple arrangement color those special birthday moments and help you feel the happiness found in everyday life.
It’s perfect as background music for a birthday party or for a surprise for someone special.
It also makes a wonderful gift for a high school friend or a significant other.
Through this piece, you’re sure to reaffirm how important you are to each other.