A friend’s song in Western music
From the many Western songs themed around friendship, our studio staff introduces their recommended friend songs.
It’s a playlist you’ll want to listen to while thinking of your friends.
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Friends' Songs of Western Music (61–70)
Bridge Over Troubled WaterSimon&Garfunkel
A 1970 smash hit by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel.
It opens with a beautiful piano introduction and features Art’s angelic, gentle high tenor singing about an “unchanging friendship.” Built on a gospel foundation by Paul, the song has been covered many times.
With a Little Help from My FriendsThe Beatles
A track from the 1967 album Sgt.
Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, with vocals by Ringo Starr.
All the songs on the album are connected, and this one appears as the second track.
Ringo’s warm vocal delivery is especially appealing.
Best FriendThe Drums
A track by the American indie pop band The Drums.
It was written by frontman Jonathan Pierce and his close friend and guitarist Jacob Graham.
It is included on their self-titled album released in 2010.
I’ll Be ThereThe Jacksons
A work released in 1970 by the Jackson 5, the brother band that Michael Jackson belonged to.
At the time, Michael had not yet reached puberty, but he was already demonstrating outstanding vocal ability.
This song, which topped the U.S.
charts, is also famous for being covered by Mariah Carey.
Just FriendsThe Kinks
A touching song that portrays the purity of friendship.
Set to the gentle melodies woven by The Kinks, it expresses the importance of unconditional love and mutual support.
It celebrates a friendship that seeks no profit, wishing only for the other person’s happiness.
Released in March 1971 as part of the soundtrack for the film Percy, this track is one of the works that showcases the band’s musical versatility.
When you want to convey gratitude that you can’t usually put into words to a dear friend, try playing it softly by their ear.
It will surely stay close to your heart.
FriendsThe Police
The Police’s song carries a deep meaning about friendship.
Using a unique expression that likens human connections to food, it conveys the importance of bonds with friends.
Released in 1980 as the B-side to the single “Don’t Stand So Close to Me,” this track approaches the essence of human relationships in a distinctive way.
Its melody has The Police’s signature character, and together with the depth of the lyrics, it leaves a lasting impression.
It’s a great song to listen to when you want to look back on memories with friends or renew your gratitude for someone important.
Waiting On A FriendThe Rolling Stones
A song released by The Rolling Stones in 1981.
Among the many hit numbers by the Stones, this is one of the most popular.
Just having Mick and Keith together lights up the whole screen.
A thoroughly enjoyable work with a relaxed mood throughout.