Songs That Touch the Heart! Tearjerkers to Sing at Farewell Parties & A Collection of Song Ideas to Send Off
At a farewell party—a special occasion—you want to deliver a heartfelt song to someone setting off on a new journey.
Many people probably feel that way.
Feelings of gratitude that can’t be fully conveyed with words alone can come across directly when carried by a song.
From heartrending tunes that bring tears to your eyes to uplifting tracks that send them off with a smile, there’s a wide range of songs perfectly suited to farewell gatherings.
In this article, we’ll introduce a broad selection of popular songs for sending off someone important.
You’re sure to find a piece that warmly colors the moment of parting.
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Feelings That Reach the Heart! Tear-Jerking Songs to Sing at Farewell Parties & A Collection of Song Ideas to Send Off (21–30)
A place where smiles awaitOfisharu Higedan Dism
If you want to convey your gratitude through a warm melody, look no further than Official HIGE DANDism’s “Where Smiles Await.” The song was created to commemorate the 45th anniversary of their local broadcaster, TSK San-in Chuo Television.
It sings about how the smiles of those who supported us have helped us make it this far—and how those same smiles will be the driving force that keeps us going from here on.
With the gentle, heartwarming melody and lyrics so characteristic of HIGEDAN, why not send this song as a token of appreciation to someone who has been there for you?
C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK
ONE OK ROCK’s “C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.” is a great choice for farewells with friends, such as after a graduation ceremony or for coworkers in the same hiring class.
It’s included on the album Zankyo Reference.
Friends and companions who did fun things together, who were always there through laughter and tears—those days spent with them are irreplaceable treasures.
This song conveys the feeling of cherishing those days forever and never forgetting them.
By the way, the title “C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.” comes from the initials of the band members’ friends.
Thank youikimonogakari
A highly popular song for expressing gratitude to someone, Ikimono-gakari’s “Arigatou.” It also drew attention as the theme song for the NHK morning drama “Gegege no Nyobo,” starring Nao Matsushita.
It’s a song that conveys, gently yet directly, the many thanks born from the warm and strong bonds formed over the time spent together.
Even if you end up apart from now on, it lets you express that this feeling of gratitude will never fade.
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro
This song drew a huge response as the theme for the film “STAND BY ME Doraemon.” Many people probably found themselves in tears when they heard it in the theater.
With lyrics that evoke strong bonds like friendship and trust, it’s a perfect choice for sending off a mentor, a senior colleague, or a close coworker.
You’re sure to be moved by the straightforward love in the lyrics—the desire to give back for all you’ve received.
far; distant; by farGReeeeN
Haruka, a track released in advance from GReeeeN’s third album, Shio, Kosho, which came out in 2009.
This song was also the theme for the movie ROOKIES: Graduation, based on the hit TV drama ROOKIES, so many people probably recall it the moment they hear it.
It’s a moving ballad that really tugs at the heartstrings, and plenty of people would be brought to tears if someone dedicated a song like this to them.
When you hit a wall, this is surely the kind of song that will come to mind and help you keep going.
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Singer-songwriter Sogyeong, who is active mainly on the internet through platforms like TikTok and YouTube, released this song “Bokura Mata” in 2021.
It portrays scenes of parting with a lover or friends who were always by your side.
Set to an electronic beat, his warm vocals convey an emotional depth.
It’s a message song that makes you appreciate the days spent talking with classmates or coworkers and the small moments of everyday life.
Precisely because it’s a time when you feel the loneliness of farewell, why not listen to a gentle, compassionate track like this?
Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
FUNKY MONKEY BABYS were a three-member unit that disbanded in 2013.
Released in March 2013, their song “Arigatou” was their last song and final single.
This track has become a staple graduation song, and it’s also famous for its cover featuring an extreme close-up of a celebrity and for its music video starring Sanma Akashiya.
With moving lyrics that evoke days of earnest effort and hard work, it’s the perfect number to send someone off and give them a supportive push forward.