A roundup of Japanese rock friendship songs: bands’ tunes about friends
There are lots of songs about friendship in the Japanese music scene, aren’t there?
Among them, can you think of any friendship songs by Japanese rock bands?
In this article, we’ll showcase a wide selection of friendship-themed songs released by bands over the years!
It’s perfect not only for those looking for music to listen to day-to-day, but also for anyone searching for songs to perform at a school festival or graduation live show.
As you listen, pay attention not only to the lyrics but also to the performance aspects of each track, and find your favorite song!
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A roundup of Japanese rock friendship songs: Band-performed songs about friends (41–50)
petalSORAMIMI
SORAMIMI’s “Hanabira” gives you a soft, floating feeling like drifting clouds.
They’re a four-piece band formed in 2013.
The music video intriguingly and effectively captures each member’s unique aura.
Like a grassy field under a blue sky, it evokes a sense of boundless possibility with friends.
A roundup of Japanese rock friendship songs: Bands playing songs about friends (51–60)
Pinball PartyThe 5.6.7.8’s
Pinball Party by The 5.6.7.8’s, with its quintessential rock ’n’ roll riff, makes you want to twist.
The rock that this three-piece dishes out is simple, unadorned, and hits straight.
It’s like how you can feel comfortable even in the silences when you’re with your best friend.
This song evokes a feeling much like that.
summer festivalWhiteberry
How many people have been captivated by that undeniably catchy melody and her voice? Whiteberry’s Natsu Matsuri, loved by so many, is a timeless classic in the history of Japanese girl bands that instantly brings back those fun summer memories spent with friends.
Greasenoodles
Noodles’ “Grease” feels like an unadorned performance that reflects the way they usually are with friends.
The emotional melody and the way they sing as if a fresh breeze were blowing embody the very essence of a rock band.
The simple riffs characteristic of a three-piece band hint at the presence of someone close by.
LOVE TRIPthe peggies
“LOVE TRIP” by the peggies feels like it releases all the feelings that have been building up.
Their rock makes me sense a talent that definitely can’t be contained within the ‘girls’ label.
Their vocals, which make you feel like you’re traveling along with the song, are soothing.
It’s the kind of track I want to listen to when I want to clear away complex emotions all at once.
POOLtricot
The utterly translucent trio is the three-piece girls’ band tricot.
POOL, crafted from sounds as clear as water, seems to express the full range of human emotions—joy, anger, sorrow, and pleasure.
Like human feelings, its unpredictable song developments never let the listener grow bored.
It’s a track that feels like it portrays a relationship with friends with whom you’ve shared every emotion.
Back to backЯeal
Formed in 2012, the four-piece girls’ band “ЯeaL” made a name for themselves as active high school students at the time.
With performance skill and stability unimaginable for high schoolers, they sent shockwaves through the music world.
Their sweet, indelible vocals evoke the sense of distance in friendships that are still in the midst of growing.