'I'm Only Me When I'm With You,' Taylor Swiftįrom her self-titled debut album, Swift’s real life bestie Abigail Anderson inspired this song. “We’re Going to Be Friends,” The White StripesĪn elementary school-befitting rhyme scheme and simple melody make this jingle a throwback nod to some of our earliest playground friendships. “Graduation (Friends Forever),” Vitamin CĬhildren of the late ‘90s and early aughts already knew this one was coming. Behold the truly excellent line: “Bitch, please, that kind of crass virtue-signaling is nothing but a less overtly nefarious form of toxic masculinity.” 19.

The first 30 seconds of the music video alone, in which real-life pals Saweetie and Doja Cat read each other’s thoughts as a dude mansplains objectification to them, should land this song on any bestie song list. If King herself wasn’t enough of a draw, we’re pretty sure the Gilmore Girls-theme associations will add a sentimental spark to your playlist. You were expecting “With a Little Help From My Friends,” and that works, too! But this one’s just too tender to pass over. That makes it an even sweeter BFF anthem for blood-related best friends. “Best Friend,” Brandyīrandy dedicated this song, off her self-titled debut album, to her younger brother and fellow singer, Ray J. (Plus, we know you’re really thinking about that one scene from The Perks of Being a Wallflower here.) 15. 'Heroes,' David BowieĪlthough “Heroes” may have been inspired by the sight of Bowie’s producer kissing his girlfriend against the then-active Berlin Wall, it’ll add a solidly triumphant note to any BFF playlist.

Aaliyah)īest friend lyrics like these will resonate for anyone who’s ever hoped (and hoped, and hoped) their BFF will get out of a no-good relationship. (Related: Why, pray tell, did so many of us want to be Baby?) 13. Oh, the days of choreographing playground dances to this ditty and fighting over who got to be Baby. One of the most beloved best friend songs out there, this Motown classic is an especially sweet pick for BFFs separated by distance. “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell New Orleans rapper Tokyo Vanity went viral in 2015 for this supremely Insta- and Vine-friendly hit, and the tutu-filled music video will make you want to be her best friend. Put it on while eating midnight cheesecake with your own Dorothy-Blanche-Rose-Sophia crew. It’s the Cynthia Fee cover, though, that’s best remembered as the theme song for The Golden Girls. Gold wrote this song in 1978, dedicating it to his musical partner Brock Walsh. “Thank You For Being a Friend,” Andrew Gold Sure, this song may technically have been inspired by bassist John Deacon’s relationship with his wife, but it’s lived on as a bestie anthem ever since. It’s a pure-hearted ode to the best person you know and one of the catchiest friendship songs ever. If you’ve seen the MTV show Rob & Big, you’ve heard this song. Flying down the highway, dressed to kill, and ready to take on whatever the night brings. Selena Gomez tackles the energy of a girls’ night out in this song. Livin' like there's nothing left to lose.” It’s the carefree kind of vibe between kindred spirits, in a single song. This song tackles those friendships that begin as a bond between outsiders. Bruno Mars sings about the tight bond among best friends, namely the people who will “sail the world to find you.” But it’s this line that really gets us: “We'll find out what we're made of when we are called to help our friends in need.” Cue the tears. When it comes to songs about friendship, it doesn’t get much sweeter than this one. So go and let it all hang out tonight”-these are words straight from a friend who would be just as comfortable watching you cry into your ice cream or going out for a night of fun. “I know he did you wrong, we can make it right. Simultaneously tackling heartbreak and serving up “forget that guy, I’ve got your back” vibes, Lizzo created a BFF anthem with this one. It’s the perfect song to send a friend who’s going through a rough moment. The lyrics are words of comfort that anyone could benefit from when they’re feeling especially alone.

This particular song was written during a time of loneliness for Mariah Carey, during a particularly tough marriage. “Any Time You Need a Friend,” Mariah Carey I'll be there for you, ‘cause you're there for me too.” 2. I'll be there for you, like I've been there before. The chorus is a lesson in “how to write best friend lyrics”: “I'll be there for you, when the rain starts to pour. Like many of the songs about friendship on this list, this one puts words to the feeling of intense loyalty and support among the best of buddies. Listen to our best friend songs playlist on Spotify.

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