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)
To the LightZa Beibīsutāzu
This is the biggest hit by The Babystars, an artist known for uplifting lyrics that encourage many people and a distinctive, powerful singing voice, who also created theme songs for a hugely popular anime.
The song expresses the desire to take action toward one’s goals together with a cherished friend.
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.”
Happinessarashi
Since it’s a song by Arashi, a hugely popular Johnny’s group, I think many people know it.
It’s a bright, uplifting track.
It’s often played at sports festivals, and I still hear it from time to time.
It’s a song I’d like people to listen to when they’re taking on a challenge or deepening their bonds with friends.
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.