Bright friendship songs recommended for high school students. A collection of hype-up tracks.
If you’re a high school student, you probably have plenty of chances to come across songs about friendship in your everyday life, right?
Of course, you might listen to them regularly or sing them at karaoke, and you might even use a friendship song as the BGM for a message video you send for a friend’s birthday.
In this article, we’ll introduce upbeat friendship songs that perfectly fit a variety of situations like these.
We’ve focused on tracks by artists who are currently trending as well as those popular among younger generations, so feel free to use this as a reference.
If you listen while reading the lyrics, you’ll have an easier time finding the song that’s just right for you!
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Bright friendship songs recommended for high school students. A collection of hype/energetic tracks (71–80)
Ring Dingaimyon
This is a song by Aimyon characterized by lyrics brimming with kindness and a catchy pop melody.
It watches over a friend who’s feeling down, offering a positive message while staying close to someone putting on a brave face, resulting in a heartwarming track that values honest emotional expression.
Included on the album “Seishun no Excitement,” the song was released in September 2017 and is known as an ambitious work that opened up new horizons for Aimyon.
Whether it’s parting with a friend, a graduation ceremony, or a wedding, it’s sure to resonate when you want to send words of encouragement to someone important.
We arekitadani hiroshi
Kitadani Hiroshi is an artist whose approachable melodies make everyone want to sing along, earning him strong popularity among younger generations.
This is his biggest hit: an up-tempo friendship song that captures the feeling of setting out toward one’s own dreams and hopes together with friends.
Our JourneyKaneyori Masaru
This is a coming-of-age song from Kaneyori Masaru, a three-piece girls’ rock band from Osaka.
Formed by friends from their high school days, the band delivers a warm track that captures friendship and the joys of everyday life—the kind of song only they could sing.
Released digitally in June 2023, it was also selected as the theme song for Lemino’s original drama “Diary of Our After-School Breakwater.” The music video features lead actress Riko, vividly portraying an unfading youth.
With a message perfect for school and cultural festivals, this song is not only great to enjoy with friends but also a heartfelt recommendation to gift as a token of gratitude to your closest companions.
Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira
Amigo, the Spanish word for “friend,” is the title of Shuuji to Akira’s mega-hit that strikingly captures the heat of friendship.
Set to passionate Latin rhythms, it depicts the protagonist racing forward with a single-minded desire to help his best friend.
It’s a gem of a song packed with universal emotions—relying on a trusted friend, the regret of breaking a promise—felt by everyone.
Released in November 2005 as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama Nobuta wo Produce, this friendship anthem gives you the courage to keep moving forward, even when your heart wavers and you’re filled with doubt.
Invincible GirlfriendŌhara Sakurako
Singer-songwriter Sakurako Ohara captivates with her fresh, cute voice.
This song was used in the commercial for the DHC Medicated Acne Control series in which she herself appeared, right? Just listening to it feels like it boosts your femininity and makes anyone happy.
It might bring back memories of youth—your heart racing before confessing to a crush, or plotting your strategy! It’s an extraordinarily cute, happy tune you’ll want to dedicate to the girlfriends who were always there for you, even when love didn’t work out.
FRIENDSOkazaki Taiiku
A song that resonates with the preciousness of friendship has been born.
The unique world view spun by Okazaki Taiiku and the pop, catchy melody are a perfect match.
The lyrics, which feel close to the listener’s heart, will gently wrap your treasured memories with friends.
Released in May 2016, this piece is perfect for junior high school students.
It’s especially recommended for listening in the classroom after school or on the way home.
It will help you rediscover the beauty of casual conversations and the time you spend together with friends.
In a sudden moment, you might even feel a surge of gratitude and want to say “thank you.”
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.