Farewell Song: A goodbye song. A tearful parting song.
In life, farewells come at many turning points—graduation, starting a job, moving to Tokyo to pursue a dream, or even heartbreak.
Even when it’s necessary to move forward on a new path, leaving your current environment can bring feelings of loneliness and pain.
Conversely, seeing someone off on their new journey can be just as hard.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs themed around various farewell situations in life.
We’ve carefully selected masterpieces that help you overcome the pain of parting and give you the courage to take a step forward.
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Farewell Song: Songs of Goodbye. Tearful Farewell Songs (71–80)
GoodbyeGAO
It’s GAO’s signature song and their second single.
It became a million seller, and the powerful, husky vocals are memorable.
Rather than saying goodbye to someone, I think it’s a song about parting with one’s former self.
It was also one of the defining hits of the ’90s, and the simple black-and-white costumes and set left a strong impression.
Goodbye, Humanitytama
This is Tama’s debut single.
It’s a song everyone has heard, and it has a playful, comic-song image, but as you read the lyrics, you realize it contains a message far deeper than you’d ever imagine from the band or the melody.
I say byeimase
A song that portrays the complex emotions of faint hope and lingering attachment set against the lonely nights of Tokyo.
It expresses the paradox of a love that becomes unforgettable through touch, conveying the bittersweet feelings of two people who have no choice but to part.
It was also featured in GLOBAL WORK’s new TV commercial, airing from September 2023 as the third installment of “Clothes You Can’t Go Wrong With,” starring Tsubasa Honda.
The music video is directed by UDO, who also directed the MVs for “18” and “Nagisa,” delivering a surreal and humorous piece.
It’s a track that offers comfort to those who need the courage to step into a new environment or who have experienced parting with someone dear.
Farewell Song: Goodbye songs. Tearful parting songs (81–90)
Long DreamYU-KI
Singer-songwriter YUKI, known for her one-of-a-kind, pop-inspired world, released “Nagai Yume” in 2005, which was featured in the commercial for Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications’ au W31S.
Its sound, perfectly suited to a whimsical picture-book world, carries a mysterious allure.
The philosophical, memorable lyrics also stand out.
In the chorus, her clear, expansive voice resonates melodiously.
It’s a song that portrays the feelings of being separated from someone important with an artful touch.
I can’t say goodbye.Ozawa Kenji
Kenji Ozawa, who was hugely popular in the ’90s under the princely persona “Ozaken.” As the nephew of world-renowned conductor Seiji Ozawa and a graduate of the University of Tokyo’s Faculty of Letters, combined with his somewhat quirky behavior and remarks, he drew a great deal of public attention.
His song “I Can’t Say Goodbye” is a masterpiece that delicately portrays a sensitive heart.
Perhaps it isn’t limited to relationships between men and women, but every time I listen to this song, I can’t help thinking: maybe this is what parting really is.
Hide-and-seekYuuri
If you’re looking for a song that portrays a bittersweet breakup, give this one a listen.
It’s a track by the singer-songwriter Yuuri, who drew major attention after meeting hiro during one of his street performances and subsequently appearing at a MY FIRST STORY concert.
The song tells the story of a man left alone after his girlfriend suddenly disappears from the room they used to share—a heartbreaking breakup ballad.
He likens her absence to a game of hide-and-seek, yet deep down, he already knows she’s never coming back.
I became someone else’s girlfriend.wacci
This song captures the lingering afterglow of a bittersweet love.
Released in August 2018, it was created by wacci’s vocalist Yohei Hashiguchi, inspired by a story from a female friend.
With over 50 million views on YouTube, it has touched many hearts.
The lyrics express complex feelings toward a former lover, depicting a look back on the past through a relationship with a new partner.
It’s a perfect song for those experiencing the ache and conflicts of love.
A highly relatable track that gently accompanies anyone who has gone through a breakup.