A bright, cheerful Korean friendship song. A roundup of K-pop songs about friends.
K-pop is now taking the world by storm, and I believe there are many fans here in Japan as well.
Beyond singing and dancing, K-pop idols captivate fans in every way—their style, their fashion, and more—becoming true icons of admiration.
From among the hugely popular K-pop tracks, this article will introduce songs with a bright, friendship-themed vibe.
If you’re looking for uplifting tracks rather than somber ones, this is the perfect article for you.
Let’s dive right in and see what songs are out there!
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A bright, cheerful Korean friendship song. A roundup of K-pop songs about friends (31–40)
Running WildJIN
A pop-rock sound rooted in British rock.
It’s a track in which BTS’s Jin infuses a message full of warmth and hope brought by love.
Chosen as the title song of his first solo album, “Happy,” released in November 2024.
Gary Barlow from the legendary British band Take That took part in the production.
Blending sophisticated musicality with Jin’s captivating vocals, the piece overflows with a positive, refreshing vibe.
In the music video, Jin spending happy moments with his beloved dog even as the end of the world approaches leaves a strong impression, seemingly emphasizing the joy of being with someone precious no matter the circumstances.
Joyful GreenDreamNote
This is the song that marked the Japanese debut of DreamNote, a six-member South Korean girl group.
It features a poppy, refreshing melody and emotional lyrics, with themes of hope and dreams for the future.
The intro that begins with the sound of a clock is particularly striking.
With its up-tempo beat, just listening to it can put you in a positive mood.
Released in October 2024, the song has both Japanese and Korean versions, so it might be fun to compare them.
The music video, set against a city backdrop, is also captivating, showcasing the members’ vibrant performance.
I’ll Be ThereJIN
An upbeat, rockabilly-flavored pop-rock track packed with a message of hope and encouragement.
Created by Jin from South Korea, this warm song offers comfort to those who feel lonely.
Released in October 2024, it drew a huge international response, breaking into the top 10 on Spotify’s Global chart and reaching No.
1 on iTunes in over 70 countries.
The music video features a memorable impromptu performance under a bridge.
Serving as the lead single from the album “Happy,” set for a November release, it has fans’ expectations soaring.
It’s the perfect song for when you’re feeling down or need a boost.
tOgether fOreverKep1er
Kep1er is a girls’ group born from an audition program, and they’re hugely popular in Japan.
Their Japanese original song is “tOgether fOrever.” It’s a track that portrays the bond among friends and the pursuit of dreams.
The song has an electronic, synthesizer-driven vibe.
Since it’s a danceable number, it’s perfect for when you want to get pumped up.
Be sure to listen to it with your friends.
우정, 그 씁쓸함에 대하여10cm
With its lively rhythm and bright acoustic guitar tone, this song feels light and pleasant.
It’s a track by 10cm, a unit that debuted as a duo and later continued as a solo act.
It’s included on the album “1.0,” released in 2011.
Overflowing with humor, it wryly sings, “If I got back the money I lent you, I could eat tuna or barbecue…” Is it really okay to lend money so casually just because you’re friends? On the other hand, you could take it as a sign of a good relationship.
If you’ve had that kind of experience, why not take the chance to enjoy something delicious together with that friend?
