[2025] A roundup of hidden gem friendship songs in Western music
“Friends” is a theme that resonates in our hearts across eras and languages.
Beyond chart-topping Billboard hits, there are countless hidden gems about friendship that leave a deep impression.
This time, we’ll introduce a polished selection—from recent releases to a long-beloved favorite among music aficionados, as well as lesser-known friendship songs by major artists.
One of the joys of friendship songs is how differently each artist expresses the theme, so be sure to check the lyrics as you listen.
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[2025] A Collection of Hidden Gems: Friendship Songs in Western Music (11–20)
All My Friends (Feat. Tinashe & Chance The Rapper)Snakehips
This is a track by the British producer duo Snakehips.
It captures the sudden loneliness you feel amid the noise of a party and that slightly downcast wish to head home early.
The lyrics portray a bittersweet night where all your friends are drunk and having fun, but you just can’t quite join in.
It’s truly an “anti-party anthem.” Released in October 2015, the song features R&B singer Tinashe and rapper Chance the Rapper.
Its unique perspective resonated with listeners and won an Ivor Novello Award.
With its mellow, soothing sound, it’s the kind of song that really hits home when you listen to it on the way back from a lively gathering, once you’re finally alone.
Real FriendsCamila Cabello
A relaxed ballad that sings of disappointment in untrustworthy friends.
Released in 2017 by Camila Cabello, a Cuban-American singer-songwriter.
An acoustic pop track incorporating elements of reggae pop.
I Will Come To YouHanson
A track released in 1997 by the American pop rock band Hanson.
It reached the Top 10 on charts around the world and was certified gold in two countries.
The music video, which features them performing in a forest, was filmed in London.
My Homies StillLil Wayne ft. Big Sean
A collaboration between American hip-hop artist Lil Wayne and rapper Big Sean.
It samples Original Concept’s 1986 track “Pump That Bass.” The track reached No.
16 on the U.
S.
charts and has been certified platinum.
Pure MorningPlacebo
A track about the friendship between a man and a woman.
It was released in 1998 by the British alternative rock band Placebo.
It was used in a Lexus commercial and sampled in Svinkels’ 2003 track “Hard Amat’.”
L.A.FBroods
An indie electropop track released in 2014 by the New Zealand music duo Broods.
The song is about nightclubbing with friends.
It’s a track featured in the video game FIFA 15.
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My FriendsRed Hot Chili Peppers
A track released in 1995 by the American funk rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers.
It became a worldwide hit and reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts; it’s a melodic ballad.
The music video was directed by Anton Corbijn.