Friendship songs in Western music recommended for high school students: world classics and popular hits

A roundup of Western friendship songs we recommend for high school students!

We’ve picked a wide range—from timeless classics to slightly lesser-known gems.

When you hear “friendship song,” what comes to mind?

An intense anthem that celebrates the strength of friendship?

Or a heartwarming, emotional piece?

This time, we’ve selected songs with various situations in mind.

We also chose a broad range of melodies, so you’re sure to find the perfect track for you!

Playlist

Friendship songs in Western music recommended for high school students: world classics and popular hits
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa		A film’s theme song, a requiem for friendship
2	You’ve Got a Friend in MeRandy Newman		A singer with a warm voice, a famous song from a Pixar movie
3	Count on meBruno Mars		Bruno Mars’s friendship-filled classic
4	We’re Going To Be FriendsThe White Stripes		The White Stripes’ classic, a song of innocent memories
5	With A Little Help From My FriendsThe Beatles		Lyric analysis of a famous song depicting the Beatles’ friendship
6	Live While We’re YoungOne Direction		One Direction, a classic from their early days
7	All My FriendsLCD Soundsystem		LCD Music, the Birth of a Masterpiece Honoring Friendship
8	I’ll Be ThereThe Jackson 5		The Jackson 5 classic led by Michael
9	GraduationVitamin C		A classic graduation song that celebrates the bonds of friendship
10	22Taylor Swift		Taylor Swift’s signature song “22”
11	WannabeSpice Girls		Spice Girls’ friendship song “Wannabe”
12	You’re My Best FriendQueen		Let's listen to Queen's masterpieces and timeless songs about friendship.
13	Best FriendPharrell Williams		Pharrell, a multi-artist, friendship song
14	Thank You for Being a FriendAndrew Gold		Music producer creates a masterpiece celebrating friendship
15	You’ve Got a FriendCarole King		Carole King’s classic, a masterpiece that sings of friendship
16	Growing UpThe Linda Lindas		Punkish tracks—The Linda Lindas are the best!
17	Lean on MeBill Withers		The soulful and distinctive Bill Withers
18	Were All In This TogetherHigh School Musical		The rousing vocals of the vibrant cast of a coming-of-age film
19	Started From The BottomDrake		Signature/representative songs by Canadian rapper Drake
20	Somebody To You ft. Demi LovatoThe Vamps		Refreshing music that evokes friendship and youth
21	Real FriendsKanye West		Kanye West’s masterpiece that sings of deep friendship
22	What About Your FriendsTLC		A classic hit by TLC, a masterpiece that sings of friendship and trust.
23	We Can’t StopMiley Cyrus		Miley Cyrus’s evolved style
24	Stand by MeBen E. King		A timeless masterpiece that portrays friendship and youth
25	She Looks So Perfect5 Seconds of Summer		5SOS's refreshing friendship song resonates with the heart.
26	I’ll Be There for YouThe Rembrandts		Ode to Friendship, a Heartwarming Song by a Musical Duo
27	True FriendHannah Montana		Miley Cyrus’s friendship song ‘True Friend’
28	ShowerBecky G		Introduction to Becky G’s early hit song “Shower”
29	Young, Wild & Free (feat. Bruno Mars)Snoop Dogg & Wiz Khalifa		A classic by Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa
30	MemoriesMaroon 5		Maroon 5’s moving song “Memories” sings about remembrance.
31	My SameAdele		Adele’s allure and the feelings behind “My Same”
32	My FriendsGroove Armada		The power of music that walks together with friends
33	You’ve got a friendJames Taylor		Classic folk songs to enjoy with friends
34	Loser Like MeGlee		A bright friendship song, rhythmic and captivating
35	teenage dreamKaty Perry		The energetic song “teenage dream”
36	GoodbyeSpice Girls		The Spice Girls’ poignant breakup classic
37	ComplicatedAvril Lavigne		Avril Lavigne’s classic hit that portrays a girl’s heart.
38	Stand By MeBen E. King		The classic hit that depicts friendship, “Stand by Me.”
39	That’s What Friends Are ForDionne Warwick		Dionne Warwick’s voice of love
40	I will be thereThe Jackson 5		Introduce Michael Jackson’s classic songs
41	My FriendsRed Hot Chili Peppers		A masterpiece by the Red Hot Chili Peppers
42	1979The Smashing Pumpkins		A refreshing classic that remains popular even today, despite being an old song.
43	Beautiful SoulJesse McCartney		Refreshing pop song 'Beautiful Soul'
44	CloserCorinne Bailey Rae		The captivating music of Corinne Bailey Rae
45	When Can I See You Again?Owl City		Owl City’s movie theme song
46	I’ll be there for youThe Rembrandts		A catchy classic that sings of friendship
47	Oath ft. Becky GCher Lloyd		Hymn to friendship, a song of gratitude to a best friend
48	Waiting On A FriendThe Rolling Stones		Legendary rock band The Rolling Stones' classic song
49	Tongue TiedGrouplove		Indie rock hit “Tongue Tied” is on fire!
50	i will remember youSarah McLachlan		A moving friendship ballad about parting
51	With a Little Help From My FriendsPaul McCartney & Ringo Starr		A classic filled with friendship and hope that resonates with the heart.
52	Thank YouDido		Soothing masterpieces to listen to on a rainy day