Friendship songs sung by idols: A collection of classic tracks celebrating bonds and gratitude with friends
When you think of friendship songs among tracks sung by idols, what kind of songs come to mind?
There are songs that look back on shared memories to reaffirm bonds, songs that express gratitude for everything up to now, and even tracks that are popular as graduation songs.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of idol-sung friendship songs all at once.
Each song carries its own feelings and story, so try finding the one that perfectly fits the relationship between you and your friends!
Friendship songs sung by idols: A collection of classic tracks about bonds and gratitude between friends (1–10)
You are my friend.NEW!UNISON SQUARE GARDEN
A signature ballad by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN that gently brings you closer to someone dear, with warmth like spring sunlight.
Featured near the end of their February 2013 album “CIDER ROAD,” this piece showcases a calm ensemble—distinct from their trademark high-speed rock—that’s part of its charm.
Through the act of calling someone’s name, it conveys a message of opening a slightly timid heart and reconnecting, making it perfect for this season of new encounters.
Rather than flashy words, vocals that feel palpably warm will surely give you a reassuring push.
Give it a listen when you want to be honest with someone important to you.
Thanks a tonNEW!NMB48
This is an irresistibly bright and cheerful thank-you song sung by NMB48, an idol group based in Namba, Osaka.
It’s included on Type-B of the single “Koi to Ai no Sono Aida ni wa,” released in February 2022.
Performed by younger members from the 7th to 8th generations, the track’s fresh vocals are especially appealing.
Alongside youthful scenes like running across a schoolyard, it conveys heartfelt feelings of “thank you” to friends.
The full version drew attention when it was first unveiled on the opening day of the “Nambariety” performance in December 2022.
You can also enjoy this track on the album “NMB13.” Words that feel too embarrassing to say might come out naturally with this song—try listening to it with your close friends.
best friendSG
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.
FlenjerOtsuka Ai
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you want to cheer up a friend who’s feeling down, or when you want to cut loose together and laugh it off.
It was released in April 2006 as the 11th single.
Since it was used as the CM song for Toshiba mobile phones and as the theme song for Nippon TV’s “Sports Urugusu,” many people probably heard it often at the time.
The title is a unique coined word that combines “friend” and “sentai hero.” It’s a track packed with Ai Otsuka’s signature wordplay and a passionate embrace of friendship.
MemoriesNiziU
Born from an audition show, NiziU has been captivating the world with their cute dancing and vocals.
Released digitally in February 2024, this track is an emotional pop song that blends the excitement and bittersweetness unique to spring.
It was chosen as the theme song for Universal Studios Japan’s “Uni Spring 2024,” and it was also announced that it will be included on the mini-album AWAKE.
The message—depicting the moment when everyday life with friends, once taken for granted, becomes an irreplaceable treasure at the milestone of graduation—is sure to resonate with students in the same situation.
Believing that bonds won’t fade even when you’re apart, it’s the perfect song to express your gratitude to your cherished friends!