[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 (31–40)
Just a Friend To YouMeghan Trainor
A track that sings about love for a good friend.
It’s included on the album “Thank You,” released in 2016 by American singer-songwriter Meghan Trainor.
Created on the ukulele, the track was made in collaboration with Chris Gelbuda.
ReservoirMetronomy
Metronomy is a British electronic music group active since 1999.
This track is included on the 2014 album Love Letters.
The animated music video was directed by Daniel Brereton and his team of animators.
My Friends Over YouNew Found Glory
A pop-punk track released in 2002 by the American rock band New Found Glory.
It reached No.
5 on the U.
S.
charts.
The music video features members of Transplants and Brody Dalle.
Friends Will Be FriendsQueen
A track released by Queen in 1986.
It was created by Freddie Mercury and John Deacon.
Featuring a melodic guitar sound, the track became a hit in New Zealand and various European countries, reaching No.
4 on the charts in Ireland.
Trust YouRob Thomas
A track by Rob Thomas, who is also known as the lead singer of Matchbox Twenty.
Ryan Tedder, the frontman of OneRepublic, was involved.
It’s a track included on the 2015 album “The Great Unknown.”
[2025] Hidden Gems: Western Friendship Songs (41–50)
Pop BottlesSky Blu ft. Mark Rosas
A collaboration between Sky Blu, an American rapper also known as a member of LMFAO, and producer-songwriter Mark Rosas.
Released in 2013, it became a hit in the United States, Canada, and other countries.
It was inspired by the fun times he had traveling the world on tour and spending time with friends.
I’LL STAND BY YOUThe Pretenders
A track released in 1994 by the rock band The Pretenders.
It sings about love and fidelity.
It has been covered by artists such as Rod Stewart and Carrie Underwood, and was sampled in Anthony J.
Shears’s 2013 track “Tears in Your Eyes.”