Tear-jerking friendship songs in Western music: recommended masterpieces and popular tracks
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.
Playlist
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| 1 | Thank YouDido |  play_arrow | Dido’s hit song “Thank You” became a huge hit. |
| 2 | fifteenTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | The iconic song “Fifteen,” which depicts Taylor Swift’s youth |
| 3 | Stand By MeBen E. King |  play_arrow | An anthem of friendship that conveys the courage to overcome hardships. |
| 4 | See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa |  play_arrow | A farewell theme song about friends, “See You Again” |
| 5 | Friend Of MineAvicii |  play_arrow | Avicii’s moving music captivates the heart. |
| 6 | Grigio GirlsLady Gaga |  play_arrow | Lady Gaga’s iconic friendship anthem “Grigio Girls” |
| 7 | Damn Good FriendsTyler Farr |  play_arrow | A heartwarming and moving song filled with gratitude for friendship |
| 8 | Started From The BottomDrake |  play_arrow | A cheer song for Drake who’s chasing his dreams |
| 9 | Count on MeBruno Mars |  play_arrow | The classic song “Count On Me,” which celebrates the wonders of friendship |
| 10 | CoolGwen Stefani |  play_arrow | A Heartwarming Song by Gwen Stefani |
| 11 | GirlDestiny’s Child |  play_arrow | A song that celebrates women's friendship and bonds |
| 12 | You’re My Best FriendQueen |  play_arrow | Queen’s moving anthem about friendship |
| 13 | Gift Of A FriendDemi Lovato |  play_arrow | Demi Lovato’s songs of success and inspiration |
| 14 | You’ve Got a Friend In MeRandy Newman |  play_arrow | The famous Toy Story song, “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” |
| 15 | I’ll be there for youThe Rembrandts |  play_arrow | A power-pop masterpiece that portrays friendship and love |
| 16 | The Great EscapeBoys Like Girls |  play_arrow | An iconic song by a coming-of-age band that defined the emo era |
| 17 | FriendsMeghan Trainor |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of friendship |
| 18 | Always be togetherLittle Mix |  play_arrow | An iconic song that celebrates Little Mix’s friendship |
| 19 | Good As Hell ft. Ariana GrandeLizzo |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that encourages women struggling with love |
| 20 | Graduation (Friends Forever)Vitamin C |  play_arrow | Vitamin C is a popular singer from the ’90s. |
| 21 | Stand By MeOasis |  play_arrow | Oasis’s moving friendship song |
| 22 | My FriendsRed Hot Chili Peppers |  play_arrow | Red Hot Chili Peppers' moving song |
| 23 | FriendsElton John |  play_arrow | Elton John’s classic masterpiece—an inspiring ode to friendship. |
| 24 | Everybody HurtsR.E.M. |  play_arrow | The power of music to comfort a lonely heart |
| 25 | Friend Of MineThe Notorious B.I.G. |  | A moving rap song that portrays Biggie’s friendship |
| 26 | I’ve Got A FriendMaggie Rogers |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that expresses deep gratitude for friendship |
| 27 | Thank You For Being A FriendAndrew Gold |  play_arrow | A classic dedicated to thanking a best friend, with heartwarming lyrics |
| 28 | FriendsThe Beach Boys |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that conveys friendship and deep emotion |
| 29 | That’s What Friends Are For (featuring Stevie Wonder, Elton John, and Gladys Knight)Dionne Warwick |  play_arrow | An iconic song celebrating friendship, with a heartwarming vocal performance |
| 30 | Back HomeAndy Grammer |  play_arrow | A melancholic friendship song painted in a husky voice |
| 31 | True FriendHannah Montana |  play_arrow | A moving song depicting friendship resonates in my heart. |
| 32 | I Turn To YouChristina Aguilera |  play_arrow | Christina’s iconic song imbued with the bittersweetness of friendship |
| 33 | Still A Friend Of MineIncognito |  play_arrow | A tear-jerking friendship song in the fusion style |
| 34 | Best FriendThe Drums |  play_arrow | A drum-driven friendship song, moving |
| 35 | I Wanna Be Your BoyfriendRamones |  play_arrow | The Ramones' timeless anthem of friendship |
| 36 | FriendsThe Police |  play_arrow | A moving song that expresses the depth of friendship |
| 37 | Don’t Forget MeMaggie Rogers |  play_arrow | Through my friend's marriage, singing of a new life |
| 38 | Castle on the HillEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | A moving song portraying love for one’s hometown and youthful days |
| 39 | Friend For LifeRod Stewart |  play_arrow | A moving masterpiece that depicts friendship |
| 40 | Best FriendJason Mraz |  play_arrow | A song that expresses gratitude and friendship to a friend |
| 41 | Old FriendsBugzy Malone |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays friendship and youth |
| 42 | My FriendsStereophonics |  play_arrow | Stir the heart with an inspiring friendship rock song |
| 43 | Best FriendBrandy |  play_arrow | An inspiring friendship song by R&B artist Brandy |
| 44 | Rollin’ With My HomiesCoolio |  play_arrow | A moving song that depicts friendship in a ruined city |
| 45 | Just FriendsThe Kinks |  play_arrow | A friendship song that moves you with its deep, soulful voice |
| 46 | Old FriendEverything But The Girl |  play_arrow | A moving song that portrays the depth of friendship |
| 47 | A Friend Of MineGilbert O’Sullivan |  play_arrow | A timeless, heartwarming masterpiece that captures friendship and wistful melancholy |
| 48 | My FriendGroove Armada |  play_arrow | A song about friendship that's popular in clubs |
| 49 | Best FriendB.o.B |  play_arrow | An R&B masterpiece that portrays friendship and bittersweet longing |
| 50 | Fri-End?Kate Nash |  play_arrow | A moving song that questions the meaning of friendship |