[Western Music] Bright friendship songs: Introducing up-tempo and hype tracks
There are plenty of Western songs that celebrate friendship.
You’ll find songs about same-gender friendships, friendships between men and women, childhood friends, and even friendships that span generations.
The lyrics range from those that bring back fun memories to ones so moving they can make you cry.
From among the many friendship-themed Western songs, this article will focus on tracks with a bright, uplifting vibe.
Some are up-tempo, so just listening should put you in a good mood.
But if you listen while reading the lyrics and their translations, I think you’ll enjoy them even more.
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[Western Music] Bright Friendship Songs: Introducing Upbeat and Hype Tracks (1–10)
My FriendsStereophonics
This is truly a leading example of the friendship-themed rock song so many people have been waiting for.
Its uptempo pace, ever-forward surge of exhilarating melodies, and powerful chorus will satisfy both rock and pop fans.
It’s a highly recommended friendship anthem.
My Friends Over YouNew Found Glory
A little gift for you who just went through a breakup right before Golden Week.
The lyrics boldly proclaim, “I’ll choose my friends over you!” and there’s something refreshingly honest about that.
It’s upbeat punk rock that makes you want to cut loose and have a blast with your crew.
WannabeSpice Girls
The Spice Girls’ well-known debut single.
It topped the charts across the United States, various European countries, and Australia.
Surprisingly, the lyrics are about female friendship, which may be why it resonated with many women.
[Western Music] Bright Friendship Songs: Introducing Upbeat and Hype Tracks (11–20)
Real FriendsKanye West
In a word, it’s a brilliant track.
If you listen casually, it might feel monotonous, but this person is a hip-hop artist.
They’ve released a huge number of songs, and the fact that they still put out experimental work like this shows their excellence as an artist.
Loser Like MeGlee
A bright friendship song sung by the cast of the hugely popular overseas drama Glee.
Its uptempo, rhythmic melody is very appealing, and you may even remember scenes where people learned it and sang and danced with friends at school.
Highly recommended.
My FriendsGroove Armada
A friendship song by Groove Armada sung at a groovy, upbeat tempo.
Sometimes we get down, but we can keep going because we have friends.
It’s a captivating track that reminds you just how important friends are.
I’ll Be There For YouThe Rembrandts
The theme song of the American TV series Friends.
The Rembrandts originally had many cooler, British-sounding tracks, but this one became a hit with its simple rock sound.
Released in 1995.