Recommended graduation songs for men: tracks that cheer you on as you embark on a new journey

Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / The Way Home in March (Lyric Video)

This song by Dai Hirai was crafted as a ballad perfect for graduation season.

Composed solely of piano and strings, its simple arrangement richly conveys memories of youth and the emotions of a new departure.

Released as a digital single in February 2022, it debuted as the 18th installment of a continuous release project themed “Sunday Goods.” The lyrics beautifully express both the bittersweet feeling of leaving one’s place of learning and the hope that lies ahead, offering a heartwarming message to everyone embarking on a new start.

It’s also a great choice to sing at karaoke.

far; distant; by farGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Haruka

Haruka is the perfect song for a season of new beginnings.

Created by GReeeeN for the film ROOKIES: Graduation, it captures the poignant, ever-changing moments of graduation through a finely tuned arrangement of piano and strings.

Embedded within is a message of courage and hope for graduates taking their first steps toward their dreams.

By singing of memories on street corners and exchanges with family, it nurtures the strength to face forward despite uncertainty.

On the road that leads to the future, this melody will give you a gentle push from behind.

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flumpool “Proof” Music Video (Full Chorus ver.)

Flumpool’s song “Akashi” resonates deeply at the milestone of graduation.

As you leave your school and step onto a new stage of life, this song offers warmth and courage.

Its melody gently wraps the sadness of parting, like a warm spring breeze.

It’s a song that stays close to everyone walking toward the future.

It gives young people a push toward their dreams and brings forth many smiles.

Along with a warm message that lights people’s hearts, it features a band performance incorporating piano.

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Sakura, Bloom!

An upbeat, fast-paced number that gets you pumped.

Arashi’s hit song “Sakura Sake” was released on March 23, 2005.

The lyrics “Even when we’re far apart, it will never fade, so this isn’t goodbye” sing about how, even when you’re separated from your friends, it’s not a farewell.

It’s an energizing song that gives you the courage to move forward.

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Yuzu “Friend ~The Time of Departure~”

Yuzu’s “Friend ~Time of Departure~” wraps the farewell sadness and expectation-filled anxiety held in the hearts of graduates on the verge of a new beginning in gentle melodies and powerful words.

Standing at the milestone of graduation, we carry the courage to take a step into a new world and the anticipation of a life different from before.

This song is a cheer for those living through changing times and a hopeful message that connects bonds with friends who will be far away.

Its lyrics, which tell us that our hearts remain connected even when we’re apart, will be a strong support for overcoming the tears of graduation.

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Spitz / I Should Be Able to Fly in the Sky

Spitz’s classic song “Sora mo Toberu Hazu” (“We Could Even Fly in the Sky”) was the theme song for the drama “Hakusen Nagashi,” starring Tomoya Nagase and Miki Sakai.

The series, which portrays the love and friendship of students on the verge of graduation, likely resonates strongly with those actually approaching that milestone.

The song perfectly matches the drama’s scenes and evokes a feeling of gratitude for the friends and loved ones you’ve met.

You make all kinds of memories with people you happened to meet at the same school during a short student life.

It’s like a miracle of an encounter—and this song is a great way to express your thanks once again to those friends who made it possible.

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Words of FarewellGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Words of Gift

A song filled with passionate resolve to overcome the sadness of parting and vow to meet again.

GReeeeN’s “Okuru Kotoba” powerfully pushes forward those who carry the bonds of friendship into the future.

It’s not a cover of the classic song with the same title, but an original single released in October 2018.

Written as the theme song for the film “Run! T High School Basketball Club,” it serves as a cheer anthem that ties in with the story’s themes of setbacks and comebacks.

It’s the kind of anthem that makes you want to link arms and sing with the friends you shared your club and school days with.

It’s sure to give courage and hope to men setting off into a new world.

Highly recommended as moving background music for graduations and farewell parties.