Male friendship songs in Western music. World-famous and popular tracks.
Male friendships—doing silly things together and laughing over trivialities—are sometimes envied by women.
Here are 30 Western friendship songs that sing about that kind of bond between men.
Some are serious songs that reflect on the value of friendship.
Male friendship songs in Western music. World classics and popular songs (1–10)
Keep Ya Head Up2Pac
Tupac, who continues to exert a tremendous influence on the hip-hop world.
Released in October 1993, this song is a warm anthem that reveals his socially conscious side and a profound love for humanity.
Included on the classic album “Strictly 4 My N.
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…,” it layers a soulful track with gentle R&B vocals, wrapping listeners in a calm embrace.
It portrays a powerful message of encouragement and deep respect for women living through difficult circumstances.
It can also be taken as a song about friendship that transcends gender, or mutual support between people.
It was used in a symbolic scene in the 2017 biopic “All Eyez on Me,” which depicts his life.
It’s the kind of track that quietly gives a nudge forward when a dear friend is feeling down.
Feel The LoveRudimental ft. John Newman
A track by East London group Rudimental, featuring vocals from John Newman.
It was released in 2012 on Black Butter Records.
When John first heard the song on the radio, he was in the hospital for surgery to remove a benign brain tumor.
Shortly after he was discharged, the song reached No.
1 in the UK.
You’re My Best FriendQueen
A song written by Queen’s bass player, John Deacon.
It was the follow-up single to “Bohemian Rhapsody.” It features the then-popular Fender Rhodes electric piano.
The track has been used in many films, including the opening credits of “The Break-Up.”
Just A FriendBiz Markie
A song written by the Philadelphia songwriting and production team of Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff.
It was inspired by Freddie Scott’s 1968 R&B song “Got What I Need.” In 2009, its use in Heineken’s TV commercial “Let Stranger Drive You Home” led it to chart on Hot Digital Songs.
See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa
This is a gem of a ballad infused with feelings of friendship that pierce the heart.
The moving collaboration by American rapper Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth beautifully sings of the sorrow of losing someone close and the hope of reunion.
Created in March 2015 as the theme song for the film Furious 7, it also serves as a tribute to the late Paul Walker.
The song set an astonishing record by topping the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 consecutive weeks, bringing tears to people around the world.
It’s especially recommended for those who have experienced parting from someone dear, or who wish to reaffirm the bonds with family and friends.
Stay FreeThe Clash
A song inspired by a classmate of Mick Jones, the guitarist of The Clash, who was having a discussion about rock ’n’ roll.
It was first performed on the 1978 On Parole tour and is included on the album Give ‘Em Enough Rope.
Beer For My HorsesToby Keith ft. Willie Nelson
A song composed by Toby Keith and Scotty Emerick, featuring vocals by Willie Nelson.
It reached No.
1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
In 2008, Toby Keith appeared in the film “Beer for My Horses.”