Classic songs about friendship. Recommended popular tracks.
This is a playlist of classic Japanese songs in which words like “friend,” “friends,” or “friend” (furendo) appear in the title or friendship is the main theme.
From million-selling hits to hidden gems, it’s packed with friendship songs performed by renowned artists.
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Classic songs about friendship. Recommended popular tracks (71–80)
I’ve got friends.Elefanto Kashimashi

A single released in 2004 by a four-piece rock band from Tokyo formed in 1981.
The guitar tones in the intro and melody are distinctive and linger in your ears.
Riding on a rock beat, the passionately delivered vocals really hit home.
To a Friend Who Left – Dedicated to Mr. T –ofukōsu

Included on the 1978 album FAIRWAY.
A four-piece music group from Kanagawa Prefecture formed in 1964.
This is a beautiful number with a quietly and gently played piano accompaniment, and listening to Kazumasa Oda’s emotive vocals in step with it really tugs at the heart.
pen palgagaga supi

Included on the 2001 album “Gagaga SP Tōjō.” A four-piece punk band from Kobe, formed in ’97.
The contrast between the lyrical, melodic guitar sound and the hard-edged guitar in the chorus is striking, and I think it suits the vocalist’s rough yet passionate singing style very well.
Friendguddō mōningu amerika

Included on the 2015 album “Good Morning America.” A four-piece rock band from Tokyo formed in 2001.
The vocals blend nicely with a sound woven from noisily ringing guitar tones and drums that lay down a simple, powerful beat.
My friend—now and forever…Ketsumeishi

This is a friendship-themed song by Ketsumeishi, known for producing tracks that capture memories with many friends.
While rooted in rap, its singable melody line and vocals make it perfect for karaoke, and it’s a richly crafted piece that lets you reminisce about fun times with friends.
Do you have any friends?Sha ran Q

Included on the 1993 album “Urekko e no Michi: Jūtai-chū” (Road to Stardom: Stuck in Traffic).
Opening theme for TV Tokyo’s “Super Mario Club.” A four-piece rock band from Osaka formed in 1988.
The sultry vocals of Tsunku♂ fit perfectly with the sound built by the simple yet powerful drum tones and hard-edged guitar, resulting in a well-crafted track.
A beautiful mom friend who works for the same hourly wageSumairēji

This is S/mileage’s song about friendship—a piece whose unique lyrical expressions paint a never-before-seen world of camaraderie, evoking the feel of an eccentric track while still exuding the aura of a classic.
Its concrete, specific style adds a playful charm, making it an enjoyable and satisfying work.

