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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Masterpieces about friendship. Recommended popular songs (41–50)
To my friendSKUNK SHOT BOOSTER
Included on the 2008 album “BOOSTER CABLE.” A four-piece rock band from Saga Prefecture formed in 2004.
The sound—born from soulful vocals riding over a gently flowing slow-tempo rhythm and a melancholic, mellow melody—is a track that really tugs at the heart when you listen to it.
Masterpieces about friendship. Recommended popular songs (51–60)
According to my friend who’s in a band,SUNDAYS
Included on the 2014 mini-album “Ordinary Human.” A four-piece rock band formed in 2006.
The upbeat, aggressive drum rhythms and hard guitar sound weave a melody that the powerful vocals ride on, lifting your spirits as you listen.
puzzleSexy Zone
Sexy Zone’s new song, released in March 2024, is a heartwarming number that compares life to a puzzle.
Chosen as the ending theme for the drama “Matsunaga-san in the Living Room,” the track features the rich voices of the four members resonating together, like individual pieces coming together to complete a single picture.
Messages such as “the importance of embracing differences” and “the joy of growing together” are delivered atop a beautiful melody.
It’s a perfect song for those who value human connection or want to take a breather from the busyness of everyday life.
See You AgainTEE
Included on the 2017 album “MASTERPIECE ~THE WORLD BEST COVERS~.” A cover of Wiz Khalifa’s 2015 single by a singer-songwriter born in 1982 from Hiroshima Prefecture.
The song is dedicated to Masatake Tsuji, a senior from the time he was aiming to become a professional boxer and a friend who passed away after a fierce battle in the ring during the Japanese title match.
The music video features boxers connected to Tsuji, including Shinsuke Yamanaka, Takashi Uchiyama, Akira Yaegashi, and Takahiro Ao.
Farewell, my friend.THE FOREVER YOUNG
Included on the 2017 single “Mata Aeru Hi made.” A two-piece rock band from Fukuoka Prefecture formed in 2007.
This track is characterized by powerful vocals riding a sound built from emotionally tinged, wistful drum tones and a mellow, wet melody.
The spoken part near the end, addressed to a friend, is especially moving and is sure to stir the heart.
Friend’s SongTWEEDEES
Included on the 2016 album “The Second Time Around.” A two-piece rock band formed in 2015.
It’s a track where the vocals soar with rich emotion over a mid-tempo groove and a melody line with a jazzy flavor, delivering a refreshingly piercing impact to the ears.
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.