Friendship songs recommended for middle school students
Friends are treasures!
Here’s a quick introduction to a few songs that are popular with middle schoolers right now.
Many of them are major hits, but if there are any you don’t know yet, definitely add them to your playlist.
Reflect on your own feelings and, even just occasionally, say thank you to your friends and let them know you appreciate them.
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Friendship Songs Recommended for Junior High School Students (71–80)
Where happiness liesLOCAL CONNECT
This song is filled with a heartwarming message that cherishes memories with friends.
With its transparent vocals and powerful instrumentation, it gives you energy every time you listen.
Released in June 2015, it became widely beloved as the ending theme for the TV anime “My Love Story!!”.
Included on the album “Kakotsunagu Mirai” (Connecting the Past to the Future), it stands as a track that symbolizes LOCAL CONNECT’s musical identity.
As a cheering song that supports middle schoolers facing worries and doubts while teaching the importance of friendship, be sure to add it to your playlist.
It’s sure to light a spark in your heart.
CorrectRADWIMPS
Digital distribution started in January 2024, and the CD was released in February.
It’s a song that RADWIMPS created for the event “18-sai.” The lyrics, which support people at graduation or standing at life’s crossroads, are striking and give you the courage to find your own path.
It also touches on worries unique to youth, such as friendship and how to engage with society.
The fusion of choral and rock sounds feels fresh, making it a perfect track for graduation season.
It’s a song I’d love for anyone facing a life milestone to hear.
SUNSUN
This song by SUN, which portrays the friendships of youth, rides on a warm melody that deeply resonates with middle schoolers’ hearts, celebrating the bonds with cherished friends.
At first glance it sounds bright and energetic, but behind it lie the artist’s experiences of overcoming life’s hardships, which strike a powerful chord with listeners.
Released in June 2020, the track is a wonderful piece that prompts you to look back on memories with friends and renew your sense of gratitude.
It’s best enjoyed after school in the classroom or on the way home with close friends—you’ll surely feel your bonds grow even stronger.
Cherry Blossom Rainabsorb
This is absorb’s biggest hit, by an artist who’s won strong support especially among younger listeners with an exceptionally high-toned voice and powerfully emotional songs.
It’s a hugely popular ballad that conveys the feeling of staying friends forever, even as each person goes their own way.
Twinkle Dayschay
A refreshing, lighthearted song that colors a page of youth.
Its lyrics evoke precious moments with friends, paired with a melody anyone can hum along to.
Released in April 2014, it was also used in a Pantene commercial.
It brings listeners a positive outlook and the courage to overcome everyday challenges.
Wrapped in Chay’s gentle vocals, it’s perfect for deepening bonds with friends or expressing gratitude.
It’s sure to be a hit at karaoke, too.
An ideal soundtrack for middle schoolers to nurture friendship—why not add it to your playlist?
Tetote with GReeeeNwhiteeeen
It’s a refreshing song that feels like a clear, youthful scene unfolding before your eyes.
Created through a collaboration between whiteeeen and GReeeeN, this piece features a gentle melody that tenderly embraces the delicate emotions of a girl with an unrequited crush.
Released in May 2017, it was also used as the CM song for Shiseido’s SEA BREEZE.
You want to express your honest feelings to that special someone, but you just can’t.
This is a song that stands by everyone carrying that frustrating sentiment.
It’s perfect for coloring precious moments with friends, so why not add it to your playlist and create shared memories together?
FriendKetsumeishi
A massive hit song by Ketsumeishi, an artist immensely popular among younger generations for their catchy, sing-along melodies and strongly messaged tracks.
It’s a number that cheers on a friend who’s taking the first step toward their dream.