[For High School Students] A Collection of Friendship Songs to Give on Birthdays

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Dear.a / Chanyu-i

A heartwarming number by Chanyu-i that sings of gratitude to an irreplaceable best friend and a bond that will never change.

It conveys honest feelings toward a friend—someone even more precious than a lover.

Originally released in December 2020, a band arrangement version came out in 2022 and was used as an insert song for a segment on ABEMA’s “High-Teen Bible.” It was written at the request of a best friend during the artist’s early childhood education student days, and the story of how it resonated widely on social media is lovely, isn’t it? This work reminds us anew of the importance of friends who stay by our side in both joyful and difficult times.

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Best Friend (Soulmate) – SG (Official Lyric Video)

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.

Birthday Song – 2022 ver.yuka

Birthday Song -2022 ver.- (Official Audio)

This is a song that lets you offer heartfelt congratulations on a special day for someone important to you.

Yuka, a singer-songwriter who rose to popularity after a post on social media went viral, captivates with her warm yet steadfast vocals.

Rather than simply saying “congratulations,” this piece conveys deep love and gratitude directly, affirming the recipient’s extra-hard efforts and the entire path they’ve taken.

Originally sung during her indie days, it was reborn with a new arrangement in February 2022 and released as the first installment of a three-month consecutive release project.

If you give it as a surprise to a hard-working friend or to family whose growth you’ve watched over, it’s sure to fill the moment with warmth.

It also makes an excellent background track for birthday videos.

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Best Friend

A heartwarming number featured in the TV commercial song for Tokyo Individualized Educational Institute.

The lyrics, which speak to enduring friendship and the importance of companions who support each other even when apart, are sure to resonate with many.

The song, released in March 2013, was later included on the album “Iine! (´・ω・`)☆.” It was also used as a walk-up song by a professional baseball player.

This is a song you’ll want to listen to when parting from dear friends at times like graduation—a track that reaffirms an unchanging bond.

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Birthday

Retro Riron’s major 3rd single “Birthday” is a song that overlays the resolve to step out of a stagnant daily life with the milestone of a birthday.

It sings of a protagonist who has been drifting through aimless days yet chooses to renew themselves.

The mid-tempo pop-rock sound—woven from soulful vocals and a genre-defying ensemble—builds toward a chorus that opens up with a sense of release.

It’s a number that gently nudges forward those who want to change but can’t quite take the first step.