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Songs of Male Friendship: Tracks to Dedicate to Male Friends [For Weddings and Video BGM]

There are times when you want to play a song that portrays male friendship—like for a message video to celebrate a male friend’s birthday or for scenes spent with friends at a wedding!

If you choose songs with lyrics that look back on the time you’ve spent together or that convey a strong, unbreakable bond, it will surely amplify the mutual affection you have for each other.

In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of songs from friendship and youth anthems that are perfect to dedicate to a male friend.

We’ve picked out tracks that capture a variety of episodes and emotions, so you’re sure to find lyrics that match the stories shared between you and your friend.

Male Friendship Songs: Tracks to Dedicate to Your Male Friends [For Weddings and Video BGM] (31–40)

To my friendShunsuke Kiyokiba

Shunsuke Kiyokiba – “To a Friend” (Short ver.)
To my friend Shunsuke Kiyokiba

It’s a heart-piercing friendship song that sings, “I’ll carry the memories I made with you in my heart and walk toward the future.” It’s a track by Shunsuke Kiyokiba, a singer from Yamaguchi Prefecture, released in 2017 as his 21st single.

Kiyokiba originally made his name as a vocalist in EXILE, and the lyrics reflect his feelings toward ATSUSHI, who sang alongside him.

Even if they go down separate paths, the presence of a friend lasts a lifetime.

It’s a moving ballad that’s sure to linger in everyone’s heart.

SONG 4 UGReeeeN

It’s a straightforward friendship song that sings, “No matter how much time passes, I want us to stay in a relationship where we can laugh together like we do now.” It’s a track by the popular music group GReeeeN, known for hits like “Kiseki” and “Hoshikage no Yell,” and it’s included on their 12th album, Rockin’ Beats, released in December 2022.

The lyrics, which convey the joy of having met and gratitude for an irreplaceable presence, are moving to tears.

Surely you, too, have someone you feel this way about.

BEST FRIENDSMAP

A smash-hit song by the idol group SMAP, whose lyrics pierce straight into listeners’ hearts and whose universally catchy melody has earned popularity not only in Japan but overseas as well.

The track carries the message that no matter how much we fight, this friendship will never change.

Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS

Be Kind to People / THE BLUE HEARTS (cover by Ms. George)
Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS

A signature song by THE BLUE HEARTS, an artist whose powerful vocals and uplifting lyrics draw listeners into the music’s world and continue to win fans across generations.

It’s a friendship anthem that conveys a passionate message about cherishing your friends even when you’re going through tough times.

FriendSasuke

It’s “Friend” by Sasuke.

I highly recommend it as a song to send to a friend.

The way the lyrics express the memories of the time spent together is wonderful, and it powerfully conveys feelings for a dear friend who is now walking a separate path.

Male Friendship Songs: Tracks to Dedicate to Your Male Friends [For Weddings and Video BGM] (41–50)

Hang in there!TEE

It’s TEE’s “Ganbare yo.” It’s a perfect song for male friendship.

With its upbeat tempo and lyrics, it really gets you pumped, and it’s highly recommended as a cheer-up song for friends.

It’s very popular as a song to send to friends embarking on a new journey, and it’s a wonderful track.

FriendKetsumeishi

This is a smash hit by Ketsumeishi, an artist beloved across generations for their unforgettable husky voice and distinctive musical worldview.

It’s a classic friendship song that expresses the feelings of cheering on friends as they choose their own paths and set off toward their dreams.