[2026] Entrance songs with great lyrics: wonderful, heartfelt messages
With entrance season approaching and a new life at a new school about to begin, many freshmen are probably feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety.
Worries like “Will I make friends?” and “Will people dislike me?” tend to swirl around, don’t they?
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that empathize with the feelings many new students have.
We’ve gathered a lot of recommendations, focusing on perfect entrance-themed tracks like songs that cheer on your new life and coming-of-age anthems.
Be sure to listen carefully while reading the lyrics of each song.
We hope you can start your wonderful school life together with a new favorite song.
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[2026] Entrance songs with great lyrics: beautiful, heartwarming messages (81–90)
BRAND NEW STORYToukyou Pafōmansu Dōru
The idol group Tokyo Performance Doll.
Their debut song is “BRAND NEW STORY.” This track expresses the feelings of the members as they debut and let their hopes expand for what lies ahead.
Because the lyrics look toward the future, I think it also fits perfectly as a school entrance song.
Some listeners might feel, “This sounds familiar somehow.” That’s because the song was produced by Toru Watanabe and samples several past hit songs.
Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki
Since its release in 1992, “Tōku Tōku” has been cherished as a classic school entrance song.
It’s a track that Noriyuki Makihara wrote for a friend living in a distant town.
While it may include terms unfamiliar to teenagers—like pay phones—the song’s portrayal of beautiful friendship makes it easy to relate to.
Incidentally, Makihara has recorded the song twice as a self-cover.
It can be fun to compare those versions.
Also worth noting: a track that sampled this song drew attention at the end of 2022.
rainbow-coloredayaka
Ayaka’s “Nijiiro” is also a classic school entrance song.
With its slow tempo and powerful feel, some schools even perform it as a chorus at freshman welcome events.
The song “Nijiiro” was originally written to evoke the protagonist of the TV morning drama Hanako to Anne.
Its lyrics depict someone who never loses their brightness no matter the circumstances.
As a result, listening to this track will surely help you see things more positively.
Be sure to pay attention to the irresistibly singable chorus as well.
The Beginningayaka
Here’s a song I especially want you to hear if you’re feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety about starting life in a new environment.
It’s a track from singer-songwriter Ayaka’s album “The beginning,” released in February 2012.
Her warm vocals and the heartfelt melody will gently nudge you forward as you take a new step.
The message—giving you the courage to overcome sorrow and hardship and keep moving ahead—will surely become a source of strength for you.
Singing about the importance of living true to yourself, this piece features lyrics that resonate deeply, making it the perfect cheer-up song for anyone about to embark on a new chapter.
WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro
Since its 2007 release, “WINDING ROAD” has cheered on countless new students, making it a perfect anthem for entrance ceremonies.
Co-written by singer-songwriter Ayaka and the musical duo Kobukuro, the song’s uplifting message and beautiful harmonies strongly support that first step into a new chapter.
For listeners embarking on a fresh start, the lyrics—teaching the importance of moving toward the future one step at a time—will surely resonate.
Especially in moments when anxiety and anticipation are intertwined, this song will give you the courage to carry on.
Let’s walkikimonogakari
A number I’d like to dedicate to those who, with firm resolve, are doing their best to live in the present.
It also seems like a song that could give a reassuring push to students who are nervous about facing a new environment—just keep moving forward.
It’s a song I want to listen to while recalling the words I received from someone important to me.
[2026] Enrollment songs with great lyrics. Wonderful, heartwarming messages (91–100)
To tomorrowLittle Glee Monster
There are times when you just want to feel healed by listening to a gentle ballad, right? In those moments, I highly recommend “Ashita e.” It’s a song by the vocal group Little Glee Monster.
The first half gently expresses feelings of anxiety, while the latter half powerfully conveys the determination to overcome those anxieties.
By the way, in the music video you can enjoy the raw audio as recorded.
It has a different vibe from the CD, so be sure to check it out as well.