Popular Friendship Songs Ranking [2026]
We’re introducing the monthly Top 100 friendship songs from the popular rankings, listed in order of most views.
It’s a collection of timeless tracks that will fill you with warmth.
Why not listen while thinking of your dear friends?
The playlist is updated every week!
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Popular Friendship Song Ranking [2026] (81–90)
Thank youHOME MADE kazoku86rank/position
“Thank You” is a song filled with gratitude that exudes the unique warmth and kindness of HOME MADE Kazoku.
It’s a popular track that was used as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime BLEACH.
While it’s based on rap, its laid-back vibe and gentle vocals naturally bring to mind the faces of the people you care about as you listen.
Even if it feels embarrassing to say a serious ‘thank you,’ why not try casually expressing your appreciation with a relaxed ‘thank you’ in your everyday style?
A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket87rank/position
This pop tune by Sonar Pocket vividly sings about memories from a youth spent with cherished friends.
Nostalgic scenes from student life are depicted with rich emotion, and the unshakable bond with friends who have gone their separate ways is strikingly portrayed.
Released in February 2009, the song is also included on the album “Sonapokeism ①: The Shape of Happiness,” and is often performed at graduation ceremonies and farewell parties.
It’s a heartwarming piece meant to be listened to while thinking of friends who now live far away.
My friendZARD88rank/position
A signature number by ZARD, famously known as the ending theme of the TV anime SLAM DUNK.
The lyrics woven by Izumi Sakai carry both the warmth of watching over “you” who keeps running straight ahead and the poignancy of a relationship that might one day change—each listen is enough to make your heart swell.
Released in January 1996 as their 17th single and opening the album TODAY IS ANOTHER DAY, this song became a million seller and is etched in the hearts of many fans.
It’s a perfect cheer song for those pivotal moments of youth—like retiring from a club activity or at a graduation ceremony.
Why not sing it at karaoke with friends you haven’t seen in a while, reminiscing about those days? Its unfading melody will surely bring those feelings from back then vividly back to life.
Promise in Madder Redikimonogakari89rank/position
It’s the perfect song for looking back on memories with friends.
Released in October 2007, the track was created with weddings in mind, but its lyrics also resonate with friendship.
It reflects on the journey two people have walked together, weaving in memories of laughing, crying, and holding hands.
It was also featured in a commercial for au’s LISMO!, touching the hearts of many.
As you gaze up at a sky dyed a shade of madder red, the gentle melody that sings of the joy of meeting and feelings of gratitude is sure to remind you of the bond with a dear friend.
It would be great to make a video themed around friendship and bonds with friends to look back on those shared memories.
AcaciaBUMP OF CHICKEN90rank/position
A song that extols the importance of friendship and bonds, it’s a moving piece that lets you feel a glimmer of hope even amid bittersweet emotions.
With its upbeat rhythm and memorable melody, it inspires listeners to look forward with positivity.
In September 2020, it became the theme song for the special Pokémon music video “GOTCHA!,” and BUMP OF CHICKEN’s warm vocals and performance captured the hearts of people across generations.
The message embedded in the encouraging, relatable lyrics makes it a perfect fit for group performances like coordinated gymnastics.
It’s recommended as a cheer song that will further elevate everyone’s spirit when uniting as one toward a common goal.