Introduction
Our friends are our chosen family. They’re the people we choose to have by our side, playing a massive role in shaping us as individuals and being our pillar of support as we grow into adulthood and beyond.
Creating a playlist of songs about friendship is a great way to remind yourself how much your friends mean to you. It also makes for a heartfelt mixtape to let your friends know their importance in your life.
When making a playlist of songs about friendship, keep in mind that our song suggestions are just a starting point. If there are songs that hold personal significance to you, include those as well.
With so many songs out there, narrowing it down to just 10 or 20 can be a challenge. Which songs to choose? Which ones fit best? Luckily for you, we’ve curated a list of 18 beautiful songs about friendship and memories with friends.
- With a Little Help from My Friends (The Beatles) While it’s important to stay strong when you’re alone, always remember that your friends will be there for you. As the title suggests, this song is about relying on your friends during tough times. Ringo’s role in the song is particularly memorable.
- Never Gonna Give You Up (Rick Astley) This song remains popular due to the infamous Rick Roll meme. (No, this isn’t a Rick Roll; we genuinely recommend the song.) As the title suggests, it’s about never giving up on the people you love.
- In My Life (The Beatles) A reflective song, “In My Life” talks about how everyone leads different lives that ultimately have some meaning.
- You Raise Me Up (Josh Groban) At our lowest points, our friends are the ones who lift us up. This song expresses gratitude for those uplifting actions.
- I’ll Be Seeing You (Billie Holiday) Known from its appearance in The Notebook, Holiday’s jazzy vocals serve as the ultimate ending to a perfect love story. The song is about staying optimistic about seeing each other again.
- There You’ll Be (Faith Hill) Throughout life, we rely on certain people. These could be friends, parents, partners, or even pets. This song is a ‘Thank You Note’ to those who have always been there for you.
- You’ll Never Walk Alone (Judy Garland) A song about having loved ones by your side, even when it seems they’re not. Garland sings that no matter what happens, you’ll never walk alone.
- You Are the Sunshine of My Life (Stevie Wonder) For jazz lovers, this timeless Wonder song encapsulates what many parents feel about their children. It’s a perfect reminder of happy times shared with loved ones.
- I Will Always Love You (Whitney Houston) A timeless classic, this song is about the eternal nature of love and how it transcends everything.
- You Are The Reason (Calum Scott) Scott’s rendition is a sweet yet sad version, combining hopeful lyrics with a heartfelt arrangement about letting your loved one know how much they mean to you.
- Best Day Of My Life (American Authors) A song that reminisces about good days, celebrating life as the singer recalls the best day spent with friends.
- Unforgettable (Nat King Cole ft. Natalie Cole) Originally sung by Nat King Cole, this duet with his daughter Natalie is about the love and significance they hold for each other.
- See You Again (Charlie Puth) Released as a tribute to the late Paul Walker, this song is about the hope of reuniting despite current separation.
- Live Forever (Oasis) This song reminds us that our loved ones never truly leave us; they live on through our memories.
- I Don’t Wanna Miss A Thing (Aerosmith) From the Armageddon soundtrack, this song is about wanting to stay by your loved one’s side, not missing a single moment.
- Faithfully (Journey) Unique for its absence of a chorus, this song conveys how people endure hardships to be with their loved ones.
- You’ve Got A Friend (James Taylor) Sometimes life feels overwhelming, but as Taylor sings, ‘To brighten up even your darkest nights,’ your friends will always be there as a pillar of strength.
- I Will Always Love You (Whitney Houston) A timeless classic, this song about the eternal nature of love transcends everything, even time.