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, upbeat Korean friendship song. A roundup of K-pop songs about friends (51–60)
EncircledSEVENTEEN
A supreme mid-tempo number that delicately portrays the bond between the members and their fans.
Colored by a bright melody and SEVENTEEN’s warm vocals, this work is a heartfelt message song that earnestly conveys their gratitude to fans.
Released as they approached the final show of their 2025 February world tour “Right Here,” it gently sings of nine years of thanks and love.
The member-penned lyrics resonate warmly, like a love letter to their fans.
The vocal work, which softly cradles bittersweet emotions, is truly the essence of who they are.
It’s the perfect track for when you want to feel an unwavering bond or deepen your feelings for someone dear.
AlwaysGFRIEND
A track from the album Season Of Memories delivered by the girl group GFRIEND.
It was released in January 2025.
With a pop, retro-tinged sound, it creates a warm atmosphere.
The lyrics portray eternal love and the importance of memories, aligning beautifully with GFRIEND’s mature performance.
Asking whether “the bond with the one you love never changes,” it carries a message that feels close to the heart.
It’s a perfect song for those in a long-distance relationship or when you’re in the mood to reflect on precious memories with someone special.
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.
BLOSSOMENHYPEN
‘BLOSSOM’ is a song about the bond with ENGENE.
Included on their third Japanese single, ‘Yui -YOU-‘, it’s their first Japanese-language ballad.
With an encouraging tempo and lyrics, it conveys the message that even time apart can deepen precious feelings—something many might relate to with friends as well.
Phrases expressing ‘connections and ties of fate’ that link to the group’s name, along with ENHYPEN’s beautiful vocals, are truly moving.
It evokes a sense of friendship that reassures us of a future where we continue walking together.
A bright, upbeat Korean friendship song. A roundup of K-POP songs about friends (61–70)
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?
GRAB ME -Japanese ver.AB6IX
A pop tune by AB6IX whose Japanese version was released in June 2024.
Its powerful vocals and pop-rock sound are striking.
The lyrics, themed around friendship and bonds, convey the importance of supporting one another.
It feels like a song that can give you the courage to keep moving forward even in difficult times.
One of the members, Lee Dae-hwi, has been actively involved in music production, having worked on IZ*ONE’s songs even before debut.
It might be the perfect track for times when you want to do your best with your friends, or when you want to express gratitude to someone important.