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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- A gratitude song for friends. A thank-you song dedicated to someone special.
Recommended Friendship Songs for Junior High School Students (101–110)
The city where the wind blowsrakkuraifu
This is a song that was used as the ending theme for the anime Bungo Stray Dogs.
Since it was a popular anime among middle and high school students, I think many people know it.
Both the melody and the vocals are amazing, and no matter how many times I listen to it, I never get tired of it—I can enjoy it with a fresh feeling every time.
The music video is also really cool, so I definitely want people to watch it.
BEST FRIENDSMAP
A smash hit by SMAP, an artist who gained popularity overseas for gentle songs that encourage listeners’ hearts.
It’s a track that straightforwardly expresses gratitude to a dear friend—feelings that are hard to convey in everyday life out of shyness.
Girls’ RuleNogizaka 46
It’s a classic song that captures the brilliance of youth and the preciousness of friendship.
The images of girls running with their skirts fluttering and scenes of friends encouraging each other with heartfelt smiles, together with the rhythmic melody, vividly paint a colorful portrait of youth in its golden era.
Released in July 2013 as Nogizaka46’s sixth single, the track debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon chart, selling over 330,000 copies in its first week and setting a new personal best for the group.
The music video was filmed at an abandoned school in Ibaraki Prefecture and memorably depicts students banding together to protect their school pool.
It’s a perfect song for junior high schoolers who want to nurture friendships and strengthen their bonds.
Add it to your playlist and let it resonate in your heart.
peace signYonezu Kenshi
This song expresses the strong will to move forward by overcoming setbacks and regrets that everyone experiences.
It was used as the opening theme for Season 2 of the anime My Hero Academia and was included in Kenshi Yonezu’s 2017 album BOOTLEG.
It features a bright, energetic sound and stirring lyrics.
It’s perfect as a cheer for the friends you spend your school life with.
At times, this piece gives you the courage to take on challenges.
It can remind you of the importance of friendship and prompt you to express your gratitude to your friends.
Always with youshino
When you graduate from junior high school, you often end up entering different high schools and drifting apart.
I don’t think that’s uncommon.
This was a song I wanted friends to listen to at times like that.
It might remind you that the person next to you right now is a very important friend.
Friendship Songs Recommended for Junior High Students (111–120)
GO!!!FLOW
A high-energy, fast-paced track that you’ll find yourself humming after just one listen, this smash hit by FLOW—an artist popular among younger generations—is a masterpiece packed with a message about moving forward along the path you believe in together with your friends.
C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK
A smash hit by ONE OK ROCK, an artist leading today’s Japanese rock scene, featuring songs delivered with a crystal-clear high tone that makes you fall in love without even noticing.
It’s a masterpiece that directly captures the feeling of setting off toward each other’s dreams.