Male friendship songs in Western music. World-famous and popular tracks.
Male friendships—doing silly things together and laughing over trivialities—are sometimes envied by women.
Here are 30 Western friendship songs that sing about that kind of bond between men.
Some are serious songs that reflect on the value of friendship.
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Male friendship songs in Western music: World-famous and popular tracks (31–40)
Happy TogetherThe Turtles
A merciless love song written by Alan Gordon and Gary Bonner.
The Turtles released several hits after recording this song, but disbanded in 1970.
It has been covered by many artists, including Australian singer Jason Donovan.
Thank You For Being A FriendAndrew Gold
Andrew Gold is a singer-songwriter and producer, born to composer Ernest Gold and vocalist Marni Nixon.
This gentle track, which embodies the late-’70s Southern California sound, expresses gratitude for a true friend.
From 1985 to 1992, it was used as the theme song for NBC’s The Golden Girls.
Welcome BackJohn Sebastian
A song written by John Sebastian, a former member of The Lovin’ Spoonful, for the theme of the ABC TV show Welcome Back, Kotter.
It became his only hit as a solo artist.
Rapper Mase sampled the song in his 2004 track Welcome Back.
Whenever I Call You “Friend”Kenny Loggins
A song co-produced by Kenny Loggins and Melissa Manchester, performed as a duet with Fleetwood Mac’s Stevie Nicks.
Melissa Manchester has released a quieter version featuring backing vocals by Arnold McCuller.