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A classic song about friends. Friendship songs you’ll want to listen to with your friends.

Friends are such an important part of our lives, aren’t they?

Even when something unpleasant or difficult happens, many people find that talking to a friend helps them forget, or that they can keep going as long as they’re together.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs with the theme of “friends.”

We’ve gathered a variety of tracks: graduation songs for kids, classic tunes about friendship, and songs that bring friends to mind.

They’re great to listen to with your friends, and also recommended as a musical gift for someone who’s transferring schools.

They also work perfectly as karaoke picks or as background music for a birthday video for a friend.

Classic songs about friends. Friendship songs to listen to with your friends (41–50)

Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin-

Ourin - Ōrin - “Dear My Friend” Music Video
Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin-

A warm piece that celebrates the preciousness of friendship.

Ourin’s refreshingly clear vocals bring back memories of bonds with close friends.

It conveys the beauty of stepping away from busy days to spend time with those who matter.

Released in March 2024, this song is perfect for the season of graduations and farewells.

The music video features Ourin’s friends, expressing genuine, real-life friendship.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when looking back on memories with friends or when you want to express your gratitude.

It’s sure to warm your heart.

A classic masterpiece about friends. Friendship songs to enjoy with friends (51–60)

Old FriendsYonYon

A moving song themed around friendship has been born! Crafted by YonYon together with her old friends SIRUP and Shin Sakiura, this piece gently sings of the precious bonds nurtured through life’s uphill climbs.

Blending elements of hip-hop and gospel, and featuring a performance by Gen Z trumpet virtuoso Reiya Terakubo, the sound exudes a comforting warmth.

Released in January 2025, this track is perfect for expressing gratitude and support to cherished friends.

As a song that accompanies life’s milestones—weddings, graduations, and more—it’s sure to resonate in your heart.

Dear, My Friendsmashoe’

mashoe’ – Dear, My Friends 【Music Video】
Dear, My Friendsmashoe'

Singer-songwriter mashoe’, who has been drawing attention for his versatility not only in songwriting but also in mixing and mastering, released the single “Dear, My Friends” on April 12, 2023.

It’s a track that fully showcases mashoe’s musicality, rooted in Black music.

The lyrics, written as a message to friends far away, are likely to make many listeners recall someone dear to them.

With catchy, chorus-driven hooks, it’s a soulful pop tune.

Song of a Friendyuzu

Yuzu Live “GO HOME” - Tomodachi no Uta (Friends’ Song)
Song of a Friendyuzu

A song woven around the theme of friendship, brimming with kindness and warmth.

Released in September 1999 as the commercial song for Ezaki Glico’s “Pocky Chocolate,” it became a major hit for Yuzu and is also included on their album Yuzuen.

Innocent memories with a friend, the tenderness of caring about each other’s lives, and the awareness of what changes and what remains constant over time are all carefully interlaced.

With its gentle acoustic guitar tones and Yuzu’s signature warm harmonies that resonate in the heart, this piece is perfect for gifting to a cherished friend at a wedding, and for conveying the joy of celebrating the couple’s new life together as part of their circle.

no planRozarīna

Rosalina “no plan” Music Video (included on the 3rd album “sweet ring”)
no planRozarīna

A song by Rosalina that celebrates the preciousness of friendship.

The lyrics, which depict the everyday moments shared with friends, resonate deeply.

You can feel the sentiment: “Even without a plan, just being with you is enough.” It’s included on the album “sweet ring” and was also used as an insert song in the film “Aibō na Keiji Returns.” The music video, released in May 2024, features Rosalina’s real friends, capturing the natural feel of their friendship.

It’s a recommended track for anyone who wants to cherish the time spent with dear friends.

Invincible GirlfriendŌhara Sakurako

Sakurako Ohara – Invincible Girlfriend (Music Video Short ver.)
Invincible GirlfriendŌhara Sakurako

Singer-songwriter Sakurako Ohara captivates with her fresh, cute voice.

This song was used in the commercial for the DHC Medicated Acne Control series in which she herself appeared, right? Just listening to it feels like it boosts your femininity and makes anyone happy.

It might bring back memories of youth—your heart racing before confessing to a crush, or plotting your strategy! It’s an extraordinarily cute, happy tune you’ll want to dedicate to the girlfriends who were always there for you, even when love didn’t work out.

With Friends (feat. Kohjiya)Only U

Only U – With Friends (feat. Kohjiya) (Official Music Video)
With Friends (feat. Kohjiya)Only U

A heartwarming song that portrays the depth of friendship and the bonds between companions.

Crafted by Only U, this track was released in June 2024.

It’s a collaboration featuring Kohjiya, expressing the importance of supporting one another.

The refined sound—melding electronic musicality with elements of hip-hop—is captivating.

Korean producer Cozin also took part, suggesting the possibilities of music that transcends borders.

When you want to cherish time with friends, give this song a listen.

It’s sure to warm your heart.