Friendship songs to listen to in March: introducing graduation songs and songs of gratitude to friends
March is a time when relationships change—graduations, new jobs, transfers, and more.
Many people will experience farewells with friends and companions they’ve spent time with until now.
So in this article, we’ll introduce a selection of friendship songs perfect for March!
We’ve chosen a variety of tracks packed with messages—from songs about parting, like graduation songs, to songs that express gratitude for the past, and songs that send encouragement to friends setting off on a new journey.
Listen while reading the lyrics and find the song that perfectly matches your feelings!
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Friendship songs to listen to in March: Introducing graduation songs and songs of gratitude to friends (21–30)
Dance of YouthSenchimirimentaru
A powerful, supportive song by Centimillimental that portrays the preciousness of friendship and emotional growth.
It vividly depicts moving forward step by step with cherished friends—through tears, laughter, and even stumbles.
Released in May 2021, this track is an upbeat tune where a gentle melody, like being wrapped in warm light, intertwines with a driving beat.
When you want to express gratitude to the friends who have stood by you in life’s important moments, sending this song with heartfelt feelings will surely resonate with them.
Melancholy Cherry Blossomsatarayo
Atoyoi’s graduation ballad beautifully portrays the feeling of wishing to reunite someday in the same place, while savoring familiar scenery and bittersweet memories.
It expresses the emotion of how an ordinary spring landscape suddenly feels special as the moment of parting draws near, through a gentle melody and emotionally rich lyrics.
Released in March 2023, the song tenderly accompanies listeners with vocals and sounds that are at times heartrending and at times warm.
It’s a track for those taking a new step with the arrival of spring, and for anyone experiencing a farewell with a dear friend.
Friendship songs to listen to in March: Introducing graduation songs and songs of gratitude to friends (31–40)
Best FriendNishino Kana
A heartwarming ballad celebrating the bonds of friendship! This song by Kana Nishino expresses her feelings for a close friend.
With lyrics filled with sentiments like “I’m so glad you’re here” and “I’m overflowing with gratitude,” it’s sure to resonate with many.
Released in June 2010, it was also featured as the campaign song for NTT Docomo’s “Ganbare Jukensei ’09–’10.” Perfect for those facing farewells with dear friends or feeling anxious about a new environment.
Listening to this piece may help you look back on your memories and find the courage to take a new step forward.
Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
FUNKY MONKEY BABYS’ final single “Arigatou” is perfect for anyone who simply wants to tell their friends “thank you.” In school life, we go through lots of joys and sorrows with our friends, laughing and crying together each time.
This song expresses gratitude to those friends who have supported each other along the way.
Even if you stumble after graduation, recalling the bonds and memories from back then will give you strength.
It’s not just a song about graduation being sad and saying thank you—it’s a track that carries a determination to keep doing your best, holding the memories so far close to your heart.
Sky-blue DaysSHISHAMO
Graduation marks a milestone that decorates a page of youth.
SHISHAMO’s “Mizuiro no Hibi” is a song that gently accompanies this bittersweet time.
Asako Miyazaki’s heartfelt vocals convey feelings of friendship and gratitude.
It’s the perfect track to welcome a new departure while holding unforgettable memories close.
The refreshing band sound colors the atmosphere of a graduation ceremony and awakens a soaring feeling.
When you want to look back on the fun days you spent together, their music delivers the message that fits just right.
If I sing to the sky175R
It’s a friendship song that needs no introduction.
The lyrics convey youth and friendship, making it a perfect choice for graduation ceremonies.
It’s also one of the songs that climbs the karaoke rankings during graduation season.
I hope you’ll listen to it with your close friends.
DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song features a light rhythm that evokes the warmth of spring and a melody that gently embraces personal doubts and inner conflict.
It portrays, from Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s characteristically down-to-earth perspective, the emotional wavering everyone experiences in youth—wondering whether it’s okay to be one’s true self.
Created as a symbol of the band’s new phase, it was produced as the theme song for the NHK General special program “Mrs.
GREEN APPLE 18 Festival” in January 2025, and its collaboration with 1,000 18-year-olds generated a huge response.
This track warmly and gently nudges forward those beginning a new chapter in life or searching for their authentic selves.