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[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!

A birthday song for high schoolers whose friendship is deepening (81–90)

Bestieyuka

Yuka “Bestie” Music Video
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

Perfect Day Special Day / Elsa’s Surprise (Frozen Fever “Making Today a Perfect Day” Japanese Version)
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

Wataru Ochiai – Birthday Song (Music Video)
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.

Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru

Wataru Ochiai – Because We’re Friends (Music Video)
Because we're friends.Ochiai Wataru

This song gently sings about memories and farewells with dear friends, carried by a warm, heartfelt vocal.

Wataru Ochiai’s comforting voice resonates, bringing to mind scenes from school days and moments of parting.

Set to a ballad-style melody, it carefully expresses the importance of friendship and feelings of gratitude, and was released in February 2022.

A simple arrangement centered on piano and acoustic guitar further highlights the emotional depth of the lyrics.

It’s recommended not only for those facing graduation or goodbyes, but also for anyone who wants to fondly recall their school-day friends.

The song has gained buzz on social media and continues to be cherished as an anthem of youth.