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Friendship Songs to Listen to and Sing in Summer | A Curated Selection of Summer Tunes that Resonate with the Heart!

The blue sea, the wide sky, the shining sun…

In this article, we introduce recommended friendship songs from among summer tunes that perfectly match such a refreshing image.

From energetic tracks that blow away the summer heat to fragile songs that express heartfelt feelings with beautiful melodies, we’ve selected a wide range.

Why not immerse yourself in memories of a summer while listening to friendship songs of the season that resonate with the feelings you have for different friends—those you always hang out with, and those you met on your travels?

Friendship Songs to Listen to & Sing in Summer | A Curated Selection of Heart-Touching Summer Tunes (31–40)

Fanfaresumika

sumika / Fanfare [Music Video]
Fanfaresumika

This is an uplifting song that combines a sense of exhilarating momentum with a positive message.

It carries feelings that anyone can relate to, embodied in the protagonist who takes a step from a dark room toward a dazzling light.

Released in August 2018, the track drew major attention as the opening theme for the animated film “I Want to Eat Your Pancreas.” sumika’s uniquely refreshing sound matches the film’s worldview beautifully, capturing the hearts of many.

It’s a perfect song for those who, despite their worries and anxieties, want to take a step forward, or for anyone seeking a push before a new challenge.

Foerver FriendsD-51

D-51's classic! ♪ 'Forever Friends' [OKINAWA Festival 2019 in Yoyogi Park]
Foerver FriendsD-51

“Let’s stay friends forever”—that’s not something you can easily say out loud to a friend.

But everyone feels that way, and D-51’s “Forever Friends” puts that feeling into lyrics.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to while soaking in all kinds of memories with your friends—like the memories that pile up as the seasons change, or the words a friend offered you in tough times.

Even friends you’ve grown distant from because your circumstances changed—listening to this song might make you think, “I miss those days.

I wonder how they’re doing now?” and give you a reason to reach out!

I still believeFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS “I Still Believe”
I still believeFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

Funky Monkey Babys’ “Soredemo Shinjiteru” is packed with fresh, fiery messages.

It was chosen as the theme song for the drama Asukō March: Asuka Industrial High School Story, and in the music video, Shuzo Matsuoka plays a night school teacher! The repeated phrases give a powerful push, gently staying by your side through tough times, sad times—any time.

Try listening on your own or sharing it with close friends to help turn up the heat this summer.

Shooting StarHOME MADE kazoku

HOME MADE Kazoku - Nagareboshi ~Shooting Star~
Shooting StarHOME MADE kazoku

Known as the ending theme for the TV anime Naruto Shippuden, HOME MADE Kazoku’s “Nagareboshi ~Shooting Star~” is beloved by the generation that spent their youth with this series.

Some of you may remember looking up at the night sky as children and wishing on a shooting star for your dreams and hopes.

This song is filled with those feelings from a time when your heart swelled with dreams.

Why not share it with close friends and listen together on a hot summer day, accompanied by their signature, nostalgia-filled melody?

Our DiaryME:I

ME:I (Mi Eye) ⊹ ‘Our Diary’ Track Video
Our DiaryME:I

With blue seas, wide-open skies, and a sparkling sun, this refreshing track conjures up summertime memories right before your eyes.

Featured on ME:I’s “Hi-Five,” the song was released in August 2024.

Its lyrics—looking back on summer days like poolside fun and starry-night camping—truly resonate.

It’s the perfect song for when you want to reflect on the time you spent with someone special; it’s sure to leave you with a warm, cozy feeling.

The memories you share with the friends who walked alongside you will surely empower you as you continue forward, facing the worries and struggles of adulthood.

So you can etch them deeply into your heart, enjoy the present to the fullest!

Friendship Songs to Listen to and Sing in Summer | A Handpicked Selection of Heart-Touching Summer Tunes! (41–50)

O.G. SummerMONKEY MAJIK x Def Tech

MONKEY MAJIK x Def Tech – O.G. Summer [Official Music Video]
O.G. SummerMONKEY MAJIK x Def Tech

Bursting with summer vibes! This collaboration between MONKEY MAJIK and Def Tech was released in June 2024.

Set to a breezy rhythm, it paints scenes of beach fun and enjoying the summer heat—just listening to it gets you excited.

It’s perfect as background music for fireworks festivals and summer events! Whether you’re eagerly awaiting summer or listening with close friends, family, or a loved one, it’s sure to create wonderful memories!

Because I met youmiwa

miwa “Because I Met You” Music Video
Because I met youmiwa

This song is striking for miwa’s bright, cute vocals that convey a positive feeling.

The rhythm resonates through your body, and you can sense a passionate Latin vibe throughout the sound.

Amid that, the acoustic guitar is nicely incorporated, evoking the image of a refreshing breeze in the summer heat.

The lyrics seem to revolve around themes of connection with someone special and freedom, conveying the exhilaration of summer and the joy of spending this time with a loved one.

It’s a track that strongly conveys the sweet-and-sour atmosphere of youth.