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Friendship songs recommended for high school students: classic and popular J‑pop hits

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

I think high school students meet their friends at school every day, talking, hanging out, and spending irreplaceable time together.

Would you like to listen to some friendship songs that celebrate the bonds with those friends—your lifelong treasures?

In this article, we’ll introduce songs that sing about different kinds of friendship and bonds!

Friendship between girls, friendship between boys, lyrics that especially resonate with those in school clubs… and more.

You’re sure to find songs that perfectly match the relationship between you and your friends.

The songs we’re about to introduce will surely add wonderful color to your youth!

Friendship songs recommended for high school students: Classic and popular Japanese hits (71–80)

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It’s precisely because we have someone precious that we can move forward.

This song is filled with that warm message.

A gently comforting melody and vocals that are both powerful and delicate resonate, leaving a deep impression on the listener’s heart.

Written specifically as the ending theme for the TV anime “Backflip!!,” it perfectly matches the story of the bonds within a boys’ high school rhythmic gymnastics team.

Consider gifting it when you want to say “thank you” to dear friends or teammates, for birthdays or new beginnings.

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DREAMERIkuta Rira

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DREAMERIkuta Rira

This heartwarming song, set to a gentle acoustic tone, sings of a deep love for music and a passionate pursuit of dreams.

In Rira Ikuta’s true-to-herself words, it conveys a strong will to keep singing in her own way and gratitude toward the important people who support her.

Brimming with hope that shines like a starry sky, this work was included on the single “Hyakka Ryouran,” released in March 2025.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to with friends while preparing for a school or cultural festival, as you cheer on each other’s dreams.

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In conclusion

We introduced lots of friendship songs recommended for high school students. There were songs that fit same-gender friendships, bonds with club teammates, and tracks you’ll want to hear before graduation—songs that portray many forms of friendship and connection! I’m sure you found a song that’s perfect for you and your friends, so if you have a favorite, try listening to it together!