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!
Playlist
| A roundup of Japanese rock friendship songs: bands’ tunes about friends | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | best friendSG | play_arrow | A warm message song that sings about the bond with friends |
| 2east | Words of FarewellFLOW | play_arrow | A youthful punk cover of a Kaientai song by FLOW |
| 3east | Kizuna SongThe Back Horn | play_arrow | A band’s soul-stirring classic that portrays love for humanity |
| 4east | Bye, my friendbokula. | play_arrow | A coming-of-age song by the Hiroshima band bokula. |
| 5east | proofflumpool | play_arrow | A moving classic that sings of the bonds of friendship |
| 6east | Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru | play_arrow | Soothe the sadness of parting with a song of friendship |
| 7east | Express Ticket and RhythmConton Candy | play_arrow | Depicting the struggles of youth through a movie theme song |
| 8east | BEST FRIENDGReeeeN | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of friendship |
| 9east | Cherry BombSilent Siren | play_arrow | Silent Siren's "Cherry Bomb" is wonderful. |
| 10east | Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu | play_arrow | A song that portrays the brilliance of youth and the importance of friendship |
| 11east | BestieBAND-MAID | play_arrow | A song of friendship between BAND-MAID and overseas artists |
| 12east | Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | BUMP's rock is a moving work that resonates with the heart. |
| 13east | When Destinies AlignLOVEBITES | play_arrow | A power metal anthem that portrays the bonds between comrades |
| 14east | FriendKetsumeishi | play_arrow | The che… of a rapper band popular across a wide range of generations |
| 15east | Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad | play_arrow | A hopeful ballad with a warm melody |
| 16east | I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER | play_arrow | A heart-stirring song that conveys precious bonds and hope |
| 17east | Friends ForeverB.B.WAVES | play_arrow | A pop song that breezily portrays friendship and memories |
| 18east | Ring Dingaimyon | play_arrow | A heartwarming song by Aimyon that depicts friendship |
| 19east | Friendswacci | play_arrow | wacci song depicts friendship |
| 20east | Bye, my friendbokura. | play_arrow | bokula, a graduation song that resonates with the heart |
| 21east | Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto | play_arrow | A warm song with the theme of eternal friendship |
| 22east | FRIENDS!!!imase | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of friendship |
| 23east | OrangeSPYAIR | play_arrow | A moving song about youthful friendship and parting |
| 24east | Friendgagaga supi | play_arrow | A rock-infused youth anthem celebrating friendship and gratitude |
| 25east | CorrectRADWIMPS | play_arrow | A heartwarming graduation song that portrays youth friendship and growth |
| 26east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A cheering song that depicts the brilliance and bitterness of youth |
| 27east | Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala | play_arrow | An encouraging and supportive song that stands by people going through difficulties |
| 28east | Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism | play_arrow | Song of comrades facing adversity |
| 29east | Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays friendship and gratitude |
| 30east | dear my friendHi-STANDARD | play_arrow | A masterpiece that powerfully expresses the joy of friendship and reunion |
| 31east | You are here.wacci | play_arrow | A cheer song that portrays gratitude and bonds for someone special |
| 32east | My dear best friendShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | A moving song depicting the bonds of friendship and growth |
| 33east | Hey, my friendMr.forute | play_arrow | A song that refreshingly portrays the bonds of friendship |
| 34east | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa | play_arrow | A rock ballad depicting friendship and farewell |
| 35east | SWEET TEMPTATIONAldious | play_arrow | The addictive, dark sound of Aldious |
| 36east | the non-fiction daysBAND-MAID | play_arrow | The powerful and beautiful sound of BAND-MAID |
| 37east | Song of CandyBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | A ballad by BUMP OF CHICKEN about trust and bonds |
| 38east | Shangri-LaChatmonchy | play_arrow | Chatmonchy's uniquely rhythmic song |
| 39east | I willChelsy | play_arrow | Chelsy’s gentle singing voice heals the heart |
| 40east | LailaFLiP | play_arrow | An alternative rock girls' band |
| 41east | Special BoyfriendGO-BANG’S | play_arrow | A female rock band that was active during the band boom of 1989 |
| 42east | We’ll meet again.KIX-S | play_arrow | About KIX-S’s classic song “Mata Aeru” (“We’ll Meet Again”) |
| 43east | Kiss me right nowLINDBERG | play_arrow | Encouraging each other’s friendship with a classic song by LINDBERG |
| 44east | Lovely MagicLe Lien | play_arrow | A girls' rock band composed of reader models |
| 45east | My RockONE OK ROCK | play_arrow | Identity in a hard rock sound… |
| 46east | ONE STEPPEARL | play_arrow | Her singing voice soars like a hawk, a message to a friend with whom she shares a deep bond. |
| 47east | Soldier GirlsRick Rack | play_arrow | Passionate, powerful performances after Rick Rack’s breakup |
| 48east | Girl SSCANDAL | play_arrow | A song that expresses SCANDAL’s rock spirit |
| 49east | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO | play_arrow | SHISHAMO’s “Ashita mo” is an energizing song |
| 50east | petalSORAMIMI | play_arrow | SORAMIMI expresses friendship with a floaty-feeling track |
| 51east | Pinball PartyThe 5.6.7.8’s | play_arrow | The simple comfort of rock and roll |
| 52east | summer festivalWhiteberry | play_arrow | The classic song “Natsumatsuri” by Whiteberry and the memories it brings |
| 53east | Greasenoodles | play_arrow | The Appeal of Grease by noodles |
| 54east | LOVE TRIPthe peggies | play_arrow | Healing rock by the peggies |
| 55east | POOLtricot | play_arrow | tricot “POOL” is the transparency of emotional expression |
| 56east | Back to backЯeal | play_arrow | A current high school girls' band shocks the music scene |
| 57east | Black people and meamaririsu | play_arrow | The rebellious spirit and freedom of the amaryllis |
| 58east | I want to burn out.Kino Kohoteru | play_arrow | Burnout Fight Song by Kinoko Hotel |
| 59east | Full Moon Rock ‘n’ RollKorobokkuruzu | play_arrow | A song that sings about the nostalgic feelings of the Korobokkuru. |
| 60east | doppelgängerkessoku bando | play_arrow | Kessoku Band's friendship theme song |
| 61east | Best FriendNishino Kana | play_arrow | A ballad that sings of gratitude to a friend |
| 62east | NOW ON AIRakai kouen | play_arrow | Red Park’s rock songs give me hope and power. |
| 63east | Bye-Bye ShowBiSH | play_arrow | A classic song about friendship and farewell, BiSH's moving track. |
| 64east | my friendHY | play_arrow | A refreshing, feel-good song by HY that sings about feelings for a best friend |
| 65east | Dear My FriendsHi-STANDARD | play_arrow | A moving friendship song by Hi-Standard |
| 66east | best friendKALMA | play_arrow | A classic song that sings of unwavering friendship |
| 67east | KizunaORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | A moving classic that sings of the bonds of friendship |
| 68east | I won’t say goodbye.PERSONZ | play_arrow | A Melody That Brings Back Memories and Friendship |
| 69east | DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS | play_arrow | Princess Princess’s signature song “Diamond” |
| 70east | Welcome!RC sakuseshon | play_arrow | Music with friends is a testament to love and joy. |
| 71east | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI's classic that portrays true friendship |
| 72east | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE | play_arrow | A representative song by ZONE, with heartrending lyrics that long for a reunion |
| 73east | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu | play_arrow | Kitagawa and Iwasawa, who met through their passion for music |
| 74east | Miraclekepura | play_arrow | Kep1er's friendship song, singing about the bonds of youth |
| 75east | A Song for a Friendsonā poketto | play_arrow | A rock song that sings of friendship and resonates with the heart |
| 76east | My friend,taiyozoku | play_arrow | A youth punk friendship song of the Sun Tribe |
| 77east | Gravity zero-gravityShonen Naifu | play_arrow | The pure punk rock of Shonen Knife |
| 78east | C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK | play_arrow | ONE OK ROCK's classic song about friendship |
| 79east | Sunlit Road KnightRoselia | play_arrow | Roselia, characterized by Gothic rock |
| 80east | If you laugh at the skywacci | play_arrow | An inspiring, moving song that portrays friendship |
| 81east | Young PeopleZūkaraderu | play_arrow | A rock band song that sings about the bonds of friendship |
| 82east | SONG 4 UGReeeeN | play_arrow | A heartwarming song by GReeeeN that celebrates friendship |
| 83east | Omouta — Thinking of My FriendsKiyosaku | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of friendship for companions |
| 84east | Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan | play_arrow | It’s a song that’s also famous as a wedding song. |
| 85east | Let’s play despairHaruka to Miyuki | play_arrow | From the very start of the intro, a somehow nostalgic scent wafts… |
| 86east | The world goes crazy for your smile.Bando ja nai mon! | play_arrow | Among fans, they are affectionately called Banmon... |
| 87east | Foerver FriendsD-51 | play_arrow | The album released in 2008, “BEST OF…” |
| 88east | ReunionRADWIMPS | play_arrow | The 2013 album “×と○と罪と” (X to O to Tsumi to)… |
| 89east | A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket | play_arrow | The 2009 album “Sonapokeism…” |
| 90east | together; along with; bothWANIMA | play_arrow | The 2016 single “JUICE U… |
| 91east | FriendNagabuchi Tsuyoshi | play_arrow | Included on the 1996 album “Family.” A drama… |
| 92east | Friends are a good thing.CRAZY KEN BAND | play_arrow | With richly developed characters and high-caliber performances… |
| 93east | Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | A band performance brimming with vibrant sound and a sense of exhilarating speed... |
| 94east | Dear My FriendEvery Little Thing | play_arrow | Consisting of the two members Kaori Mochida and Ichiro Ito… |
| 95east | Song of a Friendyuzu | play_arrow | From the duo of Yujin Kitagawa and Koji Iwasawa… |
| 96east | Charonnegoto | play_arrow | Negoto’s alternative rock song “Charon” |
| 97east | If I sing to the sky175R | play_arrow | A rocking, heartfelt song of friendship |
| 98east | The Song of BeginningsTHE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE | play_arrow | A warm song for a new life, deepening the bonds of friendship |
| 99east | one’s true feelingssumika | play_arrow | An uplifting youth anthem that sings of the strength of friendship |
| 100east | Our JourneyKaneyori Masaru | play_arrow | Kaneyori Masaru Youth Friendship Song |


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