[2026] A Collection of Graduation Songs Recommended for Gen Z [A Page of Youth]
Have you already decided on the songs to play at your graduation ceremony? For junior high and high school students, graduation songs are a special part of their youth.
The tracks that resonate with today’s Gen Z aren’t limited to classic choral pieces—there are also numbers that went viral on social media and songs with deeply moving lyrics.
In this article, we’re sharing plenty of graduation song recommendations for Gen Z to help anyone struggling to choose the right music for the ceremony.
These songs can bring back memories of days spent with friends and give you the courage to take your next step.
Be sure to check out these tracks that are perfect for such a special moment!
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[2026] Best Graduation Songs for Gen Z [A Page of Youth] (31–40)
Loved oneFOMARE
This song by FOMARE, a rock band from Takasaki, Gunma, channels their overflowing feelings for the places and people they love in a straightforward way.
With a driving band sound, it powerfully sings of the preciousness of everyday life we once took for granted and of bonds that remain unchanged even when we’re apart.
Released in June 2021 and later placed as the opening track on the album “midori,” the song also drew attention as the CM song for Universal Studios Japan’s “Uniharu 2022.” It’s a perfect track for graduates who want to express gratitude to friends, teammates, and the places that supported them.
As listeners leave their familiar days behind and step into a new world, the song offers a warm cheer to gently push them forward.
HarukaYOASOBI
This is a heartwarming collaboration between YOASOBI and broadcast writer Osamu Suzuki.
Based on the original novel “Tsuki Ōji” (Prince of the Moon), the story unfolds from the unique perspective of a mug that watches over its owner’s life.
The pure joy of having met and the warm love wishing for happiness are sure to make your heart flutter.
Released in December 2020, the song became a hot topic when it surpassed 100 million streams in June of the following year.
It is also included on the album THE BOOK and is familiar as the CM song for Takara Tomy’s “Punirunz.” If you’re facing graduation and feeling the sadness of parting from someone important, listening to this piece will help you once again appreciate the wonderful time you shared and the miracle of having met.
Take a pictureNiziU
Graduation season brings a sudden surge of chances to take photos with friends and partners.
Seeing smiles and scenery through the lens often makes you want to preserve that moment forever.
Bright dance tracks by NiziU are perfect companions for those tender yet warm feelings.
The title track of their single released in April 2021 is also included on the album “U,” and it drew attention as a Coca-Cola commercial song.
The lyrics overflow with a message to treasure this irreplaceable moment and etch it into your heart.
Even if graduation separates you, looking back at the photos will always bring back the sparkle of that time.
When you’re capturing memories with someone special, play this song and snap the perfect shot!
Until graduationBoku ga mitakatta aozora
This is the title track of the second single released in January 2024 by Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora, a group formed as the official rival to Nogizaka46.
The song portrays the bittersweet passage of time for a high school girl on the verge of graduation, unable to confess the feelings of her first, long‑harbored love.
Its lyrics are sprinkled with motifs like cherry blossoms and graduation ceremonies, and the classic, medium-tempo ballad pop sound resonates deeply.
This release marks the group’s first use of a selection system, featuring vocals by 12 members of the Aozora unit.
It was also chosen as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s “Sorette!? Jissai Dōnano ka.” The single debuted at No.
2 on the Oricon weekly singles chart, signaling the group’s growth.
It’s a perfect song for anyone who has ever faced a farewell day without being able to confess their feelings, carrying a sweet–and–sour memory.
Time-Limited Unrequited LoveNogizaka 46
The first original song for Nogizaka46’s 6th generation, included on Type-B of the 38th single “Navel Orange.” The music video, released in March 2025, leaves a striking impression with dance scenes set against Hokkaido’s snowy landscapes and atop a frozen lake.
Set in a school classroom, the song portrays the anxious feelings of unspoken emotions as deadlines like graduation and class changes approach.
Many will relate to the usually reserved protagonist who realizes time is running out and tries to take a step forward.
The fresh vocals and driving melody give a powerful push to anyone hesitating.
It’s recommended not only for women experiencing unrequited love, but also for those who need courage to dive into a new environment.