Emotional friendship songs recommended for high school students
Among high school students, aren’t there many who often listen to friendship songs that celebrate the bonds between friends?
I’m sure many of you reading this have a favorite friendship song—whether it’s by a buzzworthy singer-songwriter, a band, or a Vocaloid.
In this article, we’ll spotlight friendship songs recommended for high schoolers, focusing especially on tracks that feel truly emotional when you listen to them.
We’ve selected a wide variety of songs across different genres and styles.
Be sure to listen closely while reading the lyrics, and find the one perfect song that speaks to you!
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Emotional friendship songs recommended for high school students (61–70)
Dear you, somedayKankaku Pierrot
A perfect song for middle school days when friendships deepen has arrived from Kankaku Piero.
Its familiar melody and heartfelt lyrics resonate with listeners and evoke a sense of nostalgia.
Released in May 2016, this track was chosen as the theme song for the NTV Sunday drama “We’re Millennials.
Got a problem?” Centered on the themes of self-actualization and a commitment to justice, it carries a message to one’s future self.
It’s a song that stays close to moments spent with cherished friends and times when you want to express your gratitude.
Why not add it to your playlist and spend some heartwarming time? Through music, you’re sure to feel those moments when irreplaceable friendships grow even deeper.
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.
Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei
A heartwarming number that captures the brilliance of youth and the importance of friendship.
Suisei Hoshimachi’s pure vocals gently enfold lyrics themed around school-day memories and bonds.
Included on the Hololive × HoneyWorks collaboration album “Horohani-gaoka High School,” released in February 2024, this track is marked by an emotional melody that evokes the end of a school festival or the glow of a campfire.
It’s recommended not only for students nearing graduation, but also for anyone who wants to reflect on the past while feeling hopeful about the future.
A moving song that reminds us of the value of our bonds with friends and the importance of new encounters.
Friend ShipHoshino Gen
This is a gentle song that tenderly embraces the warm feelings of parting from and reuniting with someone important, and the hope of meeting again.
Gen Hoshino’s heartfelt vocals and the warm melody evoke the beauty of precious memories and bonds with friends.
Included on the album “YELLOW DANCER,” the track was written as the theme song for the film “Moriyamachu Driving School” and was also used in NTT Docomo’s “Docomo no Long Gakuwari” commercial.
During the “Continues” tour in September 2017, it was performed with passion at Saitama Super Arena.
It’s a heartwarming piece to listen to when you’re thinking of a dear friend you’ve been separated from, or when you’ve made plans to see each other again after a long time.
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.
TwinsCHiCO with HoneyWorks
A girls’ friendship song that depicts everyday life—this is “Twins” by CHiCO with HoneyWorks.
It’s a feel-good friendship tune that makes you giddy just listening, and I think many women will find themselves nodding along with “so true!” Even if you didn’t think much of what you said at the time, it often turns into a cherished memory later.
Girls’ chatter never ends, but this song may jolt you with realizations and bring back memories of things like, “Oh yeah, that happened too.”
Best FriendKiroro
Speaking of Kiroro, many of their songs are so popular that they’re even sung at school graduation ceremonies, making them perfect for scenes of friendship and bonds.
Each word carried by their gentle melodies resonates deeply in the heart.
The song “Best Friend” introduced here expresses gratitude for the trusted friend who was there to help during hard times and brought back a smile.
Listen to it while thinking of your beloved friend, and when you see them next, try sharing your everyday appreciation.