When you want to convey feelings to a friend that you don’t usually say directly, how do you get them across?
Putting those feelings into music and sending it—especially when it’s embarrassing or feels too late to say because you’re so close—might be one way to express yourself.
This time, we’ve put together a special feature on Western songs to give to friends!
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A song to give to friends who love Western music. World-famous and popular songs (1–10)
One Call AwayCharlie Puth
A single released in 2015 by American singer Charlie Puth.
Inspired by his peers, the song features a gospel flavor.
It reached No.
12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
FriendsMeghan Trainor
Meghan Trainor, who made a worldwide breakthrough in 2014 with “All About That Bass.” This song, included on the deluxe edition of her second album Thank You, is a friendship anthem that celebrates the idea that time spent with friends is the greatest treasure.
Rather than romance, it honors the joy of being with trustworthy companions, carrying her signature messages of self-affirmation and empowerment.
With its up-tempo beat, handclaps, and chorus that evokes call-and-response, its sing-along structure is part of the charm.
Even after a breakup, this track reminds you that the bonds with irreplaceable friends never fade.
Song for a FriendJason Mraz
Written by Jason Mraz as a heartfelt tribute to friendship, this piece appears on his 2005 album Mr.
A–Z.
Carried by the warm tones of an acoustic guitar, the message to an irreplaceable friend unfolds quietly, like a letter to someone dear.
The words are simple, yet they convey a clear sense of gratitude for the days spent supporting each other and a firm belief in a bond that doesn’t change, even across distance.
It’s the perfect song for expressing your feelings to friends as you reach the milestone of graduation and head down your own paths.
Its gentle melody tenderly wraps both the sadness of parting and the hope for a new future.
22Taylor Swift
A song about the struggles of being 22.
It was inspired by Taylor Swift’s friends and released as a single in 2013, and it was used in a Diet Coke commercial.
It’s also known as a song dedicated to Taylor’s best friends, actress Dianna Agron and singer-actress Selena Gomez.
Me & My GirlsFifth Harmony
A song released in 2013 as a promotional single from Better Together, the debut EP by the American pop group Fifth Harmony.
It sings about friendship between women.
The track won a Radio Disney Music Award in 2014.