[Entrance Ceremony] Cheer Songs University Students Want to Hear at the Entrance Ceremony / Songs to Brighten a New Life
What kind of songs do you feel like listening to at the dawn of a new campus life? When you’re attending your university entrance ceremony, just having a song that gently gives you a push can make excitement outweigh anxiety.
In this article, we’ve picked a wide range of tracks perfect for the enrollment season.
From uplifting songs that naturally help you face forward to numbers that sit with the worries of a new life, we’re delivering plenty of music to accompany the start of your university journey.
You’re sure to find a favorite track, so be sure to read to the end!
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[Entrance Ceremony] Cheer Songs College Students Want to Hear at the Entrance Ceremony / Tracks to Color a New Life (21–30)
WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro
Ayaka and Kobukuro collaborated on Winding Road, released in 2007.
With powerhouse vocalists coming together and lyrics that give you a push forward, this song has long been a favorite as an anthem that cheers on everyone doing their best.
It’s a track that can encourage listeners of any generation, but it’s especially sure to uplift young people whose lives are full of dreams and possibilities—there’s no doubt it will give them positivity and motivation.
Shineyuzu
At a university entrance ceremony, aren’t you overflowing with excitement about the new environment and full of hopes and expectations to start something new? In moments like that, I’d love for you to listen to “Hikare” by Yuzu.
Released as a single in 2014, this song was featured in commercials and is also known as the entrance theme for Hanshin Tigers pitcher Atsushi Mochizuki.
Whether it’s for studying, club activities, or taking on a new field, this track will surely amplify your excitement and light the path ahead.
[Entrance Ceremony] Cheer Songs University Students Want to Hear at the Entrance Ceremony / Tracks to Color a New Life (31–40)
possibilitySambomasutā
Sambomaster’s song Possibility is what tells you about the limitless potential of a new life.
It’s a track from their eighth album, Sambomaster and You, released in 2015, and it was used as the theme song for the film Flying Colors that came out the same year.
The lyrics, which sing about breaking away from your past self and being reborn anew, fill you with courage when you listen.
It’s the perfect cheer-up song for you as you enter university and start a new chapter!
sparkleFuji Kaze
Singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze had been attracting attention even before his official debut, posting videos on YouTube from a young age in which he arranged songs across various genres.
His eighth digital-only single Kirari, written for the Honda VEZEL commercial, is the track that brought his name to a wide audience.
Its refreshing ensemble and catchy melody, which feel like a tailwind at your back, blow away anxieties about a new chapter in life.
It’s a modern dance tune with a driving four-on-the-floor beat that lifts your spirits.
My WayDef Tech
When it comes to Def Tech’s signature songs, My Way tops the list.
The title is simple, but it really hits home—especially when you’re lost or stepping onto a new path.
From the intro, the duo’s beautiful harmonies draw you in, and the lyrics lift you up.
It’s a massive hit for a reason.
If you’re feeling uneasy or lonely in a new environment, this song can give you that gentle push forward.
Let it be the spark that helps you enjoy the path you’re on and the life ahead.
Hajimari no Uta ~The Distant Sky Clears~ikimonogakari
A heartwarming song that stays by your side at a new turning point.
Released by Ikimonogakari in December 2009, this track topped the Oricon charts.
Its hopeful lyrics and refreshing melody resonate deeply with listeners.
It carries a message that by realizing you’re still “in the middle of your dream,” you can find the courage to face forward.
This piece is perfect for those about to enter university.
Amid the mix of excitement and anxiety that comes with a new life, listening to this song will surely give you the courage to take that first step.
Let your heart race with new encounters and experiences—and give it a listen.
The Beginningayaka
As spring arrives and a new chapter of life begins, Ayaka’s soul-stirring ballad is just perfect for you.
Featured on her album “The beginning,” released in February 2012, this song gently stays close to the listener’s heart and quietly supports your fresh start.
Its warm melody and powerful vocals give you a gentle push to take that first step toward the future.
This work is filled with encouragement for those about to embark on new lives—whether entering school, starting a job, and more.
Please give it a listen.