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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It Hits the Heart! Tear-Jerking Songs to Sing at Farewell Parties & A Collection of Song Ideas to Send Off (51–60)
GONGWANIMA
This is the song “GONG” by the hugely popular pop-punk band WANIMA.
It was used as the theme song for the film One Piece: Stampede.
The pirate vibe they give off perfectly matches both the song’s image and the movie’s image.
That burning feeling of caring for your comrades is probably the same for pirates and bands alike.
If everyone goes wild together while listening to this song, the sorrow of parting will surely turn into happy memories!
SaraiTanimura Shinji, Kayama Yuzo
Sarai, the classic song that closes out 24-Hour TV.
It’s a must-sing at farewell parties for older folks—especially those retiring.
It’s sure to be a hit, so try delivering it with a gentle performance and heartfelt message.
Thank youInoue Yōsui & Okuda Tamio
As the title suggests, this phrase that keeps saying thank you conveys your gratitude directly, making it a great song for a farewell party.
Creating a parody version based on your memories with the person leaving will likely be appreciated, too.
Try singing it when you’re seeing off a dear friend or colleague.
On the Day of Departuregasshou
A choral piece that has now become a staple song for graduation ceremonies.
It was originally composed in 1991 by a junior high school teacher.
It’s a graduation song filled with hope.
The melody isn’t just bright; it has a slightly mature, calm quality.
There are mixed-voice and various other arrangements, so please choose the version that’s easiest to sing based on the number of performers.
Feelings That Reach! Tear-Jerking Songs to Sing at Farewell Parties & A Collection of Song Ideas to Send (61–70)
Spring Comes to UsUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
The song “Haru ga Kite Bokura” (Spring Has Come to Us), which was used as the theme song for the anime March Comes in Like a Lion, is UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s 14th single, released in 2018.
It’s one of their most popular tracks, and vocalist Saito’s high tones heighten the cheerful, exciting atmosphere of spring.
It’s a perfect song for scenes where you take a step forward from where you’ve been into a new season.
If someone sent you off with a song like this, you’d definitely feel, “Alright, I’m going to do my best!”
Until that daySakurazaka46
Until That Day depicts moments of parting with dear companions and friends.
Released in 2022 by the idol group Sakurazaka46, it was created to mark member Yuka Sugai’s graduation.
Its energetic sound blows away the loneliness and sadness of farewell.
Their clear, translucent vocals evoke the image of sending off someone important with a smile.
It’s the perfect song for the moment you see off someone special who has worked hard alongside you.
Be sure to check out this number that brightens the atmosphere of any farewell party.
Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro
Aoi-sora (Blue Skies) is Motohiro Hata’s first graduation song, released digitally in 2019.
It was also used as the theme for the SoftBank music project’s “Graduation” commercial.
Hata’s voice—right from the start—has a way of loosening your tear ducts.
The lyrics mention spring, summer, autumn, and winter; each season holds memories, and I’m sure you all have your own.
Things that felt ordinary at the time take on a much greater weight when seen through the lens of graduation and parting.
It’s a graduation song that stirs those emotions to a powerful swell.