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Friendship songs recommended for elementary school students. Bonding songs you’ll want to listen to with your friends.

Do you all have a precious friend?

If you have even one friend you want to be with forever and help when they’re in trouble, that’s a truly happy thing.

In this article, we introduce “friendship songs” recommended for elementary school students.

Many of these songs express feelings for friends, so you’re sure to find one that resonates with how you feel.

Please listen while thinking of your precious friend.

It’s also recommended to listen with your best friend or together with your important group of friends—the bonds will grow even stronger.

Recommended friendship songs for elementary school students: Bonding tracks to listen to with friends (41–50)

Best FriendNishino Kana

Kana Nishino 'Best Friend' Live Performance
Best FriendNishino Kana

It’s a song by Kana Nishino, the queen of love songs.

I recommend it for girls who have someone they can call a best friend.

It was released in 2010 as her ninth single.

The message—no matter what happens, we’ll always be friends—really brings tears to your eyes.

Recommended friendship songs for elementary school students: Bonding songs to listen to with friends (51–60)

FRIENDS!!!imase

【imase】FRIENDS!!!(MV)
FRIENDS!!!imase

This song features a groovy rhythm and catchy pop melodies, gently singing about the beauty of friendship.

It delicately portrays various facets of friendship—from intimate bonds where a single glance says it all, to the awkwardness of a reunion after a long time apart.

It carefully expresses the importance of a bond that doesn’t change with time, and the joy of returning to a carefree connection like the old days.

Created in February 2025, the piece was written by imase as the theme song for “Everyone’s Concert,” a collaboration project between the live communication app Pococha and Yamaha Corporation.

It’s a perfect fit for capturing the feelings of friends who deepen their bonds through practice and competitions at school events like sports days and athletic festivals.

Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala

Yosugala – Kono Yubi Tomare
Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala

A song about human connections and bonds, this new piece from yosugala is set for release in March 2025.

It weaves gentle compassion into its melody, expressing the desire to find a small light in someone facing hardship and to stay by their side.

The sound, crafted by members of the band AliA, delivers an emotionally stirring resonance.

The song was first unveiled at a solo concert held at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA on February 8, enveloping the audience in a warm sense of awe.

As an ambitious follow-up to the albums “YOMOSUGARA” and “YOMOSUGARA 2,” it has garnered strong support from many fans.

It’s a reliable companion for moments when you want to deepen bonds with teammates at school sports festivals or field days, or when you want to encourage someone important to you.

lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Lilac” Official Music Video
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE

An uplifting song that delicately captures the sparkle and bitterness of youth has emerged from Mrs.

GREEN APPLE.

This piece expresses the fragility of life and the passage of time, cherishing memories while conveying the anticipation of new encounters.

It’s a gem that traces the wavering hearts of young people—where light and shadow intertwine—set to a buoyant melody.

Featured on the album “Unity,” the track has served as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime “Oblivion Battery” since April 2024.

A bold work from Mrs.

GREEN APPLE following their return to activity and winner of the 66th Japan Record Awards, it’s sure to resonate in scenes that deepen friendships at school sports days and athletic festivals.

Highly recommended for those who value the bonds they share with their companions.

primary colorsYOASOBI

YOASOBI “RGB” Official Music Video
primary colorsYOASOBI

This song is perfect for expressing friendship.

Released in July 2021, it was also used as the theme for NTT Docomo’s “ahamo” commercial and is based on the novel RGB.

Considered one of YOASOBI’s signature works, it vividly depicts a heartwarming story in which three friends who had grown apart reunite after 15 years and rediscover their bond.

It beautifully conveys the power of friendship—that hearts remain connected even when apart—paired with a melodic composition.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who has experienced parting from or reuniting with a friend.

It’s also recommended as background music for message videos or slideshows to express your feelings to someone special.

Friendswacci

wacci 'Friends' Short Ver.
Friendswacci

This warm, gently drawn song about everyday life with friends is a single released by wacci in March 2020.

It was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “Uchi Tama?! Have you seen my Tama?” and was written and composed by guitarist Keiji Muranaka.

The lyrics shine a light on the small, ordinary moments of each day and the unchanging routines, carefully weaving bonds with friends and brimming with a kindness that resonates in the heart.

The melody is lively and pleasant, striking a perfect balance with the slightly bittersweet lyrics to create a superb track.

It also works wonderfully as a theme song for school or cultural festivals—an uplifting, heartwarming anthem that colors a page of youth spent with friends.

Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

A warm, heartwarming song themed around eternal friendship.

Momoiro Clover Z delicately conveys encounters and farewells, and the importance of irreplaceable bonds with their nuanced vocals.

The melody gently embraces feelings not only of friendship, but also for that special someone you think of—be it a lover or family.

Included on the album “Hydra,” this work is an anniversary song released in May 2024 to commemorate the group’s 15th anniversary.

It’s a song provided by singer-songwriter Ryujin Kiyoshi, his first contribution in about eight years, beautifully expressing his distinctive worldview.

Recommended as a finale-ending song for school and cultural festivals, and as a memorable track shared with friends and companions.