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A collection of songs you’ll want to listen to when retiring from your school club [Youth]
“Retiring from your club” marks a special moment in youth—a line drawn after days spent running headlong, giving it your all.
Whether it’s a sports team or a cultural club, the time you spent with your teammates is an irreplaceable treasure.
In this article, we’ve gathered youth anthems and moving songs we hope you’ll listen to at the moment you step away from your club activities.
From tear-jerking tracks to numbers that help you look forward, these songs are perfect for the milestone of retirement.
You’re sure to discover music that will stay in your heart.
[Youth] A roundup of songs to listen to when retiring from your club activities (1–10)
Because we’re friends.NEW!Ochiai Wataru
This is a song that gently stays by your side as you face the loneliness of retiring from your club and heading down separate paths from your teammates.
Created by Wataru Ochiai, it was released as a single in February 2022 and was chosen as the tie-in song for the spring event held at Tokyo Dome City Attractions starting in February 2023.
It vividly depicts down-to-earth memories, like the days you laughed over casual conversations, and before you know it, it brings you to tears as you listen.
It’s a track that will support you if you’re struggling with the pain of reaching retirement and suddenly not being able to see your friends anymore.
It’s okayNEW!wacci
A warm, encouraging song that stands by you, who have thrown yourself wholeheartedly into your club activities every day.
Released as a single in August 2015, it was written as the theme song for the drama “37.5°C no Namida.” The down-to-earth words and melodies woven by vocalist Yohei Hashiguchi bring a sense of comfort to listeners.
Some of you may be feeling a bit anxious as you reach the major milestone of retirement and face the days ahead.
Listening to this song will help you recognize and appreciate the effort you’ve put in up to now.
BOW AND ARROWNEW!Yonezu Kenshi
This is a number crafted by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu that celebrates the days spent running toward your goal and gives you a push toward the next stage.
Written as the opening theme for the TV anime “Medalist,” it will be released in January 2025.
There’s a story that Yonezu is a fan of the original work and personally approached the creators to make the song.
The title bears a word meaning bow and arrow, and it depicts relationships—between mentor and student, teammates, and rivals—who support one another as they aim higher.
I think it’s perfect for those who have finished their days of trials and growth in a school club and are setting out on a new path.
LionNEW!berii guddoman
This is a cheering song that sends support to those who keep striving.
Sung by BERRY GOODMAN, it was included on the album “SING SING SING 4,” released in October 2016, and was used as a theme song for high school baseball broadcasts, among other placements.
It expresses a fighting spirit that pushes forward while supporting one another, in a straightforward way that will instantly set your heart ablaze.
It’s a moving number you’ll want to listen to with the friends who have shared both the hardships and the joys.
-ness; typicality; the quality/essence of being [X] (as in “X-ness” or “X-like character”)NEW!Ofisharu Higedan Dism
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A song infused with a strong will to face oneself amid fierce competition, to grapple with inner turmoil, and still push forward.
It was released in August 2025 by Official HIGE DANDism, a piano pop band from Shimane Prefecture.
The following month, it became the theme song for the feature anime “Hyakue-mu.” Recommended for those who have experienced setbacks and uncertainty in club activities—whether in rivalry with others or battles with yourself.
Listening to it at the milestone of retirement will help you accept all your past struggles as an integral part of who you are.
Embracing wrinkled cloudsNEW!DISH//
This is a medium-tempo rock number with a refreshing breeze.
Created by DISH//, it was released in July 2022 as the theme song for the TV drama “Riding a Unicorn,” which aired the same month.
The lyrics embrace the reality that can’t be overcome by momentum alone, while declaring a determination to keep smiling in the future.
It’s sure to be there for everyone retiring from their club activities and heading to the next stage.
Let’s use the time we’ve spent as nourishment and move forward into a new future!
Rolling DaysNEW!WANIMA
This song carries a will to keep moving forward—even if you have to roll—despite inner conflict and impatience.
It’s a track by WANIMA, a band from Kumamoto, chosen as the web commercial song for Morinaga Seika’s “in Jelly,” and released in August 2024.
With its feverish tone and vocals that stir the heart, it’s an intensely emotional piece.
The driving rock sound gives you a powerful push from behind.
The days you spent running desperately, even while getting hurt, will surely support you in the life ahead.
TalentNEW!Sabasusutā
An uplifting tune with a refreshing rock sound that resonates at the core.
It’s a track by the rock band Sabasister, set for digital release in September 2025.
Serving as the lead single for the album “Takaga Punk Rock!” released in October the same year, it was chosen as the tie-in song for Morinaga’s in Jelly web commercial, “Bukatsu ni in Jelly 2025: Sashiire Live.” An energetic number that makes you realize the potential hidden within yourself.
To everyone who dedicated their youth to club activities, we want you to turn up the volume and listen.
Because I’m about to become an adult soonNEW!Koresawa
It’s a song that feels dazzling precisely because it’s bound to end.
Written and performed by singer-songwriter Koresawa, it was first unveiled in August 2025 as the support movie track for SS Pharmaceutical’s “Omamori EVE” campaign, and later included on the album “Atashi no Koibito E.P,” released in November.
Within the limited time of one’s teenage years, it vividly portrays the preciousness of days spent with friends and the restless urgency of approaching adulthood.
It’s a youthful pop tune we hope you’ll listen to if you’ve finished your tournaments or club activities and, while carrying a touch of loneliness, are trying to take your next step forward.
smileNEW!ikimonogakari
This song by Ikimono-gakari affirms the days spent carrying the sorrow of loss.
Released as a single in July 2013, it is also included on the album “I.” It was chosen as the theme song for the film “Pokémon the Movie: Best Wishes! Extreme Speed Genesect: Mewtwo Awakens.” The clear vocals and grand melody bring back the precious memories of the days you dedicated to your club activities.
If you’re struggling with the pain of parting from your teammates as you retire, I hope you’ll give it a listen.