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!

Playlist

Friendship songs sung by idols: A collection of classic tracks celebrating bonds and gratitude with friends
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Best FriendKiroro		Kiroro’s classic song that celebrates friendship and gratitude
2	Thanks a tonNMB48		NMB48’s gratitude song, a youth track
3	You are my friend.UNISON SQUARE GARDEN		A warm ballad that brings you closer to someone special
4	best friendSG		A warm message song that sings about the bond with friends
5	FlenjerOtsuka Ai		A song that cheers you on with the Friendship Sentai
6	Friend ~ If you smilemiwa		A heartwarming song by miwa that depicts friendship and bonds
7	footprint(s)Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster’s moving graduation song
8	MemoriesNiziU		A moving song that depicts NiziU’s spring memories
9	CorrectRADWIMPS		Singing of friendship and hope for the future on the eve of graduation
10	proofflumpool		A moving classic that sings of the bonds of friendship
11	Best friendSnow Man		A heartwarming song filled with gratitude for friendship
12	I want to be with you.Ayumu Imazu		A heartwarming song to celebrate a friend's new beginning.
13	language of flowersNeil		A heartwarming piece of music that celebrates friendship
14	f.r.i.e.n.d.sHirai Dai		A heartwarming song depicting friendship and bonds
15	sunflowerAdo		A song of courage to face forward and move on like a sunflower
16	BestieBAND-MAID		A song of friendship between BAND-MAID and overseas artists
17	Friendship, you know,Ketsumeishi		A heartwarming song that depicts the bonds with friends and the changes over time
18	KizunaORANGE RANGE		A heartwarming song that sings of hope and bonds
19	Best FriendzODD YOUTH		A cute and touching song that celebrates the bonds of friendship.
20	BFmoumoon		A theme song that sings of a deep, sister-like bond
21	graduation tripNMB48		A song that cherishes the bonds and memories with friends
22	Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin-		A warm song that celebrates the importance of friendship
23	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		yosugala's new theme song of bonds
24	Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		A warm song with the theme of eternal friendship
25	The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46		A heartfelt song that portrays farewell and hope
26	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		A bittersweet yet uplifting friendship song filled with gratitude and encouragement.
27	Song of a Friendyuzu		As I become an adult and part from my friends, I remember.
28	A friend is a friend!Berryz Kobo		A cute idol song that cheerfully sings about friends
29	Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing		An inspiring masterpiece that sings of the bonds of friendship
30	BEST FRIENDGReeeeN		GReeeeN's Best Friend Theme Song
31	If I’m with youLittle Glee Monster		A heartwarming song that sings of the power of friendship and the bonds that unite us.
32	telepathyORANGE RANGE		A song that connects hearts, a bond that resonates across distance
33	I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER		A heart-stirring song that conveys precious bonds and hope
34	primary colorsYOASOBI		YOASOBI's signature song depicting friendship
35	FRIENDS!!!imase		A pop song that celebrates the wonder of timeless friendship
36	Ring Dingaimyon		Aimyon’s heartwarming song, a positive message
37	We’ve alwaysikimonogakari		An uplifting song that conveys the value of friendship, resonating in the heart.
38	Beast Friendsnishina		A heartwarming song that sings of the depth of friendship
39	no planRozarīna		An inspiring song that celebrates the importance of friendship
40	BetelgeuseYuuri		An inspiring song about bonds and friendship with a star motif
41	DREAMERIkuta Rira		A heartwarming song that sings of love for music and passion for dreams
42	Friend ShipHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s Heartfelt Song of Friendship
43	My dear best friendShonan no Kaze		A moving song depicting the bonds of friendship and growth
44	Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya		A heartwarming song that portrays friendship and gratitude
45	Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru		Cherishing memories with friends as I head onto a new path
46	weNishino Kana		Kana Nishino's classic song that celebrates female friendship
47	StoryAI		The importance of friendship and the resolve to support one another
48	HappinessAI		AI Friendship Song Masterpiece
49	MABU feat. SoalaAYANE		A pop number that portrays the bonds of friendship
50	Friend ~I’ll never forget you~AiM		Digimon friendship song, a bittersweet song of memories
51	Friendship StoryAice⁵		A youthful friendship-themed song with an upbeat tempo
52	You’re My FriendBuono!		A song about the struggle of moving from friendship to love
53	TwinsCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A heart-fluttering youth collaboration song that sings of friendship
54	Thanks.DREAMS COME TRUE		A famous Dreams Come True song filled with gratitude to a friend
55	Highschool LoveE-girls		A coming-of-age song you can relate to with an old friend
56	FRIENDSGOING STEADY		Expressing the depth of friendship with a light, upbeat melody.
57	MIDZYITZY		A moving song that expresses women's friendship and bonds
58	My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster female friendship
59	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster Friendship Hymn
60	So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster		A heartwarming cheer song that sings of friendship and bonds
61	My friendSKELT 8 BAMBINO		A warm-bond song that looks back on memories with a friend who has gone away and wishes for a reunion.
62	BEST FRIENDSMAP		The Secret of the Popularity of SMAP’s Friendship Songs
63	Best friendSonar Pocket		Even when we're apart, our hearts are one—a bittersweet song.
64	Cheer Song ~To a Friend~THE Inazuma Sentai		Rock ’n’ roll that resonates with the heart and lifts your spirits
65	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A powerful rock number that sings of friendship and bonds
66	secret base 〜What You Gave Me〜ZONE		ZONE's hit song “secret base”
67	Stay by my side.Yuika		A song about the bond with a friend whose friendship doesn’t change even if we fight
68	Friendshipkingu gidora		Realizing the importance of my relationship with my best friend
69	Friends are a good thing.CRAZY KEN BAND		A choral piece based on a song from the Shiki Theatre Company’s musical, depicting gratitude and bonds between friends.
70	bondhaji		A passionate masterpiece that teaches the importance of friendship
71	MY FRIEND ~Thank you~Bekkī♪#		A piano ballad filled with feelings for a friend
72	Partnerberii guddoman		A friendship song filled with gratitude, resonating in the heart
73	I WISHMōningu Musume.		Morning Musume’s famous song that sings about the importance of friendship
74	HOME, SWEET FRIENDSHIPRikotta		An Idolmaster song that expresses memories and bonds with friends
75	bondKamenashi Kazuya		A song that expresses friendship in times of hurt
76	I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko		A graduation song about parting with friends
77	To my dear youInoue Sonoko		Sonoko Inoue’s “To My Precious You” is a masterpiece that sings about friendship!
78	Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira		A youthful hit song that sings of friendship and bonds
79	InfinityYuuri		Yuuri’s “Infinity,” a moving song about friendship
80	MagnetUchida Maaya		Bonds and friendship that attract each other like magnets
81	sparklingOda Kazumasa		A Love Song of Friendship and Promises
82	You are my friend.Hirai Ken		A touching song that portrays the importance of friendship
83	BuddiesSakurazaka46		A song of hopeful camaraderie by Sakurazaka46
84	There is nothing but love in the world.Keyakizaka46		Keyakizaka46's friendship-themed song resonates with the heart
85	Best FriendNishino Kana		Kana Nishino's friendship appreciation song
86	tiesNoda Megumi		A heartwarming song that portrays the bonds of friendship
87	Friends for lifeAoyama Teruma		Aoyama Thelma’s moving friendship song
88	friendNMB48		NMB48’s famous song that sings about friendship, “Rashikunai”
89	Just be yourselfTwice		A cheer song that celebrates the importance of friends
90	pupilaiko		A moving song that celebrates friendship and the preciousness of life
91	Always Youmilet		milet’s movie theme song, with friendship and the treasures of life as its themes
92	FriendAIKATSU☆STARS!		A popular work depicting idol activities
93	Hey, my friendMr.forute		A song that refreshingly portrays the bonds of friendship
94	Friendship earringsNogizaka 46		Introducing the lyrics of Nogizaka46's friendship song
95	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi		Express the shape of friendship not as “friends,” but as “comrades.”
96	Bond.haji→		A song themed around the bonds with someone dear, about the encounter…
97	GIVE ME FIVE!AKB48		A song with a very strong side as a graduation song…
98	FRIENDSKinKi Kids		A drama starring the two members of KinKi Kids...
99	Let’s stay friends, okay?T-Pistonz + KMC		The opening of the anime “Inazuma Eleven”…
100	Your Best FriendKuraki Mai		Speaking of famous songs that portray heartrending friendship, Mai Kuraki…