[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 Roundup of Underrated Friendship Songs in Western Music (21–30)
Positively 4th StreetBob Dylan
A folk-rock track released in 1965 by Bob Dylan.
It is said to have been inspired by the envy of figures in the art world who resented his success.
It was selected by Rolling Stone for the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time.”
This Is A CallFoo Fighters
A single released in 1995 by the American rock band Foo Fighters.
It is known as one of the first songs written by Dave Grohl after the death of Kurt Cobain, his Nirvana bandmate and dear friend.
It became a hit worldwide and reached No.
1 on the Canadian charts.
This AfternoonNickelback
A track released by Nickelback in 2010.
It’s a pop-rock song incorporating country elements, inspired by frontman Chad Kroeger’s past experience of living with four roommates.
It became a hit worldwide and reached No.
1 on the UK charts.
Off He GoesPearl Jam
A track that sings about true friends.
It was released as a single in 1996 by the American rock band Pearl Jam.
It became a hit in the United States, Canada, Australia, and other countries, and reached No.
15 on the charts in Poland.
Just KidsAlex & Sierra
A track by the American duo Alex & Sierra, who are also known as the winners of season 3 of the TV show The X Factor.
It’s included on their 2014 debut album, It’s About Us.
The track was inspired by a summer camp with friends.
You Can Get It AllBOWWOW
A track that sings about brotherly love and friendship.
It was released in 2009 by American rapper Bow Wow.
It was inspired by TLC’s 1992 track “Baby-Baby-Baby.” The music video, directed by Hype Williams, was filmed on a beach in Malibu, California.
LeningradBilly Joel
A track released in 1989 by Billy Joel.
It’s about Viktor Razinov, a Russian clown and friend he met while touring the Soviet Union.
It was inspired by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s 1878 piece, Violin Concerto in D major, Op.
35.