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!

Playlist

Friendship songs to listen to in March: introducing graduation songs and songs of gratitude to friends
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Don’t bloom.WHITE JAM		WHITE JAM’s ballad, a classic for the season of farewells
2	best friendSG		A warm message song that sings about the bond with friends
3	cherry blossomKALMA		A youth song by KALMA that sings of their resolve for spring
4	My dear best friendShonan no Kaze		A Shonan no Kaze song that portrays bonds with friends and parting
5	footprint(s)Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster’s moving graduation song
6	March of the PetalsAimer		A gentle encouragement song that sings of farewell and new beginnings
7	1000 daysnozomi		A song that sprints through a thousand days of youth
8	globeYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s moving ballad, thoughts for a friend
9	Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		A poignant song depicting the bonds with a friend and a farewell
10	We’ll go togetherSnow Man		A moving song that resonates with graduation season
11	My friendZARD		The moving ending theme of Slam Dunk.
12	Futabaaimyon		A graduation song that sings of the worries and hopes of an 18-year-old
13	Loved oneFOMARE		An emotional graduation song by the Gunma band FOMARE
14	Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//		A moving support song that accompanies graduation
15	MemoriesNiziU		A moving song that depicts NiziU’s spring memories
16	All of them are classmates reunionzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.		A graduation song that expresses the will to move forward true to oneself
17	I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi		A cheer song of hope and support for a new life
18	Words of FarewellGReeeeN		A passionate anthem of support for comrades, infused with bonds and hope.
19	BFFMrs. GREEN APPLE		A heartwarming song that portrays the distance and bonds between friends.
20	cherry blossomberii guddoman		An uplifting farewell song that captures the warmth of spring
21	Sakura rollFunatsu Mahiro		A masterpiece that sings of memories like cherry blossoms in spring
22	Precious friendSakushi: Itsumi Ryūichirō / Sakkyoku: Furukawa Tatsuya		A graduation song’s tale of emotion and growth
23	Best friendSnow Man		A heartwarming song filled with gratitude for friendship
24	Graduation Song ~Let Me Say Thank You Over and Over~GReeeeN		A classic song that sings of the bittersweet feelings of graduation and gratitude
25	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		A youth song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
26	JourneyFuji Kaze		A gentle ballad by Fujii Kaze that sings of life's journey and learning
27	Dance of YouthSenchimirimentaru		A cheering song that portrays friendship and growth
28	Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri		A heartwarming, moving graduation song by Yuuri
29	A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket		A coming-of-age pop tune that sings about the bonds of friendship
30	Graduation PhotoArai Yumi		A classic of youth and memories, painted with a gentle singing voice
31	Friends ForeverB.B.WAVES		A pop song that breezily portrays friendship and memories
32	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		A cheering song that depicts the brilliance and bitterness of youth
33	Beautiful DaysHirai Dai		Sing of hope and bonds in Dai Hirai’s youth anthem
34	GRADUATIONSBACK-ON		A graduation song that sings of friendship and the courage to face the future
35	OrangeSPYAIR		A moving song about youthful friendship and parting
36	FRIENDS!!!imase		A pop song that celebrates the wonder of timeless friendship
37	Ring Dingaimyon		Aimyon’s heartwarming song, a positive message
38	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A rock ballad depicting friendship and farewell
39	HarukaYOASOBI		A life story watched over by a mug
40	primary colorsYOASOBI		YOASOBI's signature song depicting friendship
41	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		A moving song that portrays friendship and youth
42	Friend ShipHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s Heartfelt Song of Friendship
43	Melancholy Cherry Blossomsatarayo		A graduation ballad that portrays the sadness of parting and the hope for reunion
44	spring skySuzuki Suzuki		A cheer song themed around Suzuki Suzuki’s graduation
45	After the cherry blossomsTani Yuuki, cross-dominance Ryo‘LEFTY’Miyata		An encouraging song for departures and the changing seasons, resonating in the heart
46	MiracleGReeeeN		A baseball cheering song filled with love and gratitude
47	We againSG		A smash hit that gently expresses gratitude to a friend
48	You are here.wacci		A cheer song that portrays gratitude and bonds for someone special
49	10-year cherry blossomsAKB48		A heartwarming anthem of encouragement that portrays graduation and parting
50	SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A moving song portraying the loss and rebirth of youth
51	Cherry blossom seasonEXILE ATSUSHI		A moving song that accompanies the graduation season
52	Spring SwallowHey! Say! JUMP		A cheer song by sumika, singing of hope in spring
53	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A moving song that portrays the struggles of youth and self-acceptance
54	graduation tripNMB48		A song that cherishes the bonds and memories with friends
55	CorrectRADWIMPS		A graduation support song that conveys the importance of living true to yourself
56	Bye, my friendbokula.		A heartwarming song by bokula. that depicts friendship and farewell
57	sentimentalculenasm		A guitar piece that beautifully portrays the past and regret
58	proofflumpool		A song of parting with companions and a new departure
59	The happiest treasuresutopuri		An inspiring graduation season anthem
60	Doki itnaniwa danshi		A refreshing song by Naniwa Danshi, like a spring breeze
61	Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu		A moving song by Mafumafu that portrays cherry blossoms and youth
62	It’s okayMarushii		Marcy’s cheer song, a positive message
63	The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46		A heartfelt song that portrays farewell and hope
64	GraduationOzaki Yutaka		Yutaka Ozaki’s message of youth, expressing a longing for freedom
65	Happinessarashi		An uplifting, upbeat song brimming with courage and exhilaration
66	Sakura RabbitKawasaki Takaya		The heart of a young man who cannot convey his feelings in a classroom where cherry blossoms dance
67	Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46		Bittersweet youth of cherry blossoms and graduation, the singing voices of Hinatazaka46
68	Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako		Takako Matsu’s Song of Spring Memories
69	GraduaterShiina Hekiru		A powerful classic by Hekiru Shiina that cheers on youth
70	Snow in MarchMakihara Noriyuki		A coming-of-age ballad after graduation, springtime emotions
71	Cherry Blossom MoonSakurazaka46		In cherry blossom season, songs about parting and friendship are striking.
72	Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro		An inspiring song by Motohiro Hata that captures the milestone of graduation
73	Let me give you a songTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi’s cheering song warms the heart
74	spring sunlightKanapu × Kujira		A cheering song that expresses the bittersweetness and hope of a graduation ceremony
75	Best FriendNishino Kana		A ballad that sings of gratitude to a friend
76	GIVE ME FIVE!AKB48		A forward-looking AKB48 song that resonates with graduation
77	Bye-Bye ShowBiSH		Bonds of friendship—though our paths diverge, our hearts remain together.
78	Photo of three peopleKiroro		A heartfelt graduation song woven by high school classmates
79	Dear FriendsPERSONZ		A friendship song that cherishes the bonds with companions
80	ReunionRADWIMPS		A moving song filled with gratitude for a friend
81	Dear my friendsshela		Even after we part ways, the bonds of friendship remain connected through music.
82	It’s goodbye, but it’s not goodbye.yamadakatsutenai Wink		A classic spring song, a moving tune that accompanies the graduation season
83	Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai		A heartfelt song depicting the season of graduation
84	I won’t forget the days with you.Te ga kuriimu pan		A heartwarming song of friendship and hope for graduation day
85	A graduation song, a song of friends.19		Youthful days are a treasure; friendship never changes.
86	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		A friendship song, a classic that evokes farewell
87	From inside the windowBUMP OF CHICKEN		A song of farewell at graduation and a new beginning
88	At dawn again today, with cherry blossoms dancingCHiCO with HoneyWorks		Passionate feelings and determination toward comrades and rivals
89	Goodbye, see you.ET-KING		A song that turns the loneliness of graduation into something positive
90	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		The Path of Graduation: A Song of Friendship and Gratitude
91	Ultramarine HymnEVE		Gunjo Sanka is a famous song that conveys the emotion of graduation.
92	Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A song of gratitude and bonds to friends, and a vow for the future
93	cherry blossomFUNKY MONKEY BΛBY’S		A classic song that sings of gratitude and farewell to friends in the season of graduation.
94	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		A song of gratitude and determination for graduation and a new departure
95	Don’t Worry My FriendHEY-SMITH		A cheer song for a friend, “Don’t Worry My Friend”
96	Dear My FriendsHi-STANDARD		A masterpiece depicting Hi-STANDARD’s friendship that resonates with the heart
97	classmateKALMA		A moving song from Hokkaido that sings of friendship
98	Best FriendKiroro		A heartwarming graduation song that sings of gratitude to friends.
99	Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster		An uplifting youth anthem celebrating graduation and friendship
100	Song of DepartureMr.Children		An inspiring farewell song celebrating graduation
101	Sky-blue DaysSHISHAMO		SHISHAMO’s classic songs that color graduation memories
102	Prologue.Yuika		A song of the end of youth and hope for the future
103	Kizunazundare		Putting my gratitude to my friends into a song
104	Friend ~Time of Departure~yuzu		A moving song about parting with a friend and hope for the future
105	Tsubasaandāgurafu		A moving song portraying a farewell with a friend
106	Friendgagaga supi		A coming-of-age rock song that passionately sings about friendship and dreams
107	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi		An anthem of support for a new life, together with friends
108	My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi		An inspiring song by Ketsumeishi that sings about friendship
109	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		A graduation song depicting the miracle of friendship, a moving classic
110	To you, my best friend in the worldHakoniiwa Ririi		Hakoniwa Lily's bittersweet graduation song
111	Bond.haji→		A reggae song that celebrates friendship, easing the anxieties of graduation
112	March 9Remioromen		A song that plays during graduation season, affirming friendship
113	I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko		Sonoko Inoue’s graduation song expresses friendship and gratitude.
114	Thank you.Ōhara Sakurako		Sakurako Ohara’s “Thank You” is a song of gratitude for friendship.
115	Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru		Friendship unchanged, the path we walk together
116	If I sing to the sky175R		It’s a well-known friendship song. From the lyrics, blue…
117	Road ~to you allAlüto		You can feel the friendship through the lyrics. After graduation, fri…
118	Shooting StarHOME MADE kazoku		Graduation is the end of student life up to now and...
119	KizunaHi-Fi CAMP		It feels like a classic friendship song. The lyrics are ki…
120	KizunaORANGE RANGE		This song is quite famous, so I've heard i...
121	You are not aloneSOFFet with MONGOL800		It’s often strongly associated with lovers’ songs, but I…
122	Good bye, Good LuckTOTALFAT		A melodic har... formed in 1999
123	Becausebacho		When it comes to emo rock, this is the song that comes to mind. The vocals...
124	You are my friend.Hanaregumi		Former SUPER BUTTER DOG member Bo…
125	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		An anthem of friendship, growth, and hope for the future
126	Goodbye Busyuzu		Yuzu’s gemlike love song portraying a springtime farewell