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Tear-jerking friendship songs in Western music: recommended masterpieces and popular tracks

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

Friends who stay by your side when times are tough and when times are happy—when you need them most—are truly invaluable and irreplaceable.

In this article, we’re featuring a rich selection of “tear-jerking friendship songs in Western music” you’ll want to dedicate to your dear friends, as well as songs that celebrate friendships you hope will last forever—from timeless classics to recent hits.

Along with masterpieces that gently sing of the wonders of friendship, we’ll also bring you a refreshing lineup of encouraging songs you’ll want a struggling friend to hear, plus a few tracks with a slightly different flavor, offering plenty of variety.

Since the lyrics are key, be sure to listen while checking the Japanese translations.

Tear-Jerking Friendship Songs in Western Music: Recommended Classics and Popular Tracks (31–40)

Still A Friend Of MineIncognito

Incognito – Still A Friend Of Mine

Still A Friend Of MineIncognito

This is a moving friendship song by Incognito, whose refined melodic sensibilities—rooted in fusion and acid jazz—create an exceptional sense of comfort.

Its sophisticated musicality retains a crystalline clarity, resulting in a beautiful track that deeply resonates with the heart.

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Best FriendThe Drums

The Drums – Best Friend

Best FriendThe Drums

This is a moving friendship song by The Drums, who are building an unprecedented aesthetic through drum-centered music construction.

It stands out as a thoughtfully crafted work, pairing a solid musical foundation with mood-rich vocals to create a distinctive presence.

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I Turn To YouChristina Aguilera

Christina Aguilera – I Turn To You (Official Video)

I Turn To YouChristina Aguilera

This is a tear-jerking friendship song by Christina Aguilera, who enjoys immense worldwide popularity for her catchy vocals and grand musicality.

The mature sound, imbued with a sense of melancholy, resonates deeply, making it a piece you can listen to with great comfort.

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True FriendHannah Montana

Hannah Montana – True Friend Music Video

True FriendHannah Montana

A tear-jerking friendship song by Hannah Montana that unfolds a sound whose simple yet firmly present vocals hit you straight in the heart.

It’s a piece that makes you reflect on what true friends are, featuring a melody line that can move you to tears almost without intending to.

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I Wanna Be Your BoyfriendRamones

I Wanna Be Your Boyfriend

I Wanna Be Your BoyfriendRamones

In Japan as well, this tear-jerking friendship song by the band the Ramones—hugely popular for T-shirt prints and a staple of vintage fashion—has broad appeal.

Its gently permeating band sound, paired with rock’s rich depth, sinks into the heart, making it a piece I can recommend to just about anyone.

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