Farewell Song: A goodbye song. A tearful parting song.
In life, we encounter many farewells at various milestones—graduation, transfers, retirement, pursuing our dreams, and even heartbreak.
Even when we know that parting is a step toward a new path, leaving our current environment can still bring feelings of loneliness and pain.
Conversely, sending someone off on their new journey can be just as difficult.
In this article, we introduce songs that center on different farewell scenarios in life—friendships, romance, graduation, and more.
We’ve carefully selected masterpieces that give you the courage to overcome the anxiety of a new path and the pain of parting, transforming them into new strength.
We’ll present wonderful tracks that will make you feel that farewells, too, have meaning.
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Farewell Etude: Songs of Goodbye. Tearful Farewell Songs (91–100)
Song of CandyBUMP OF CHICKEN
A gem-like ballad by BUMP OF CHICKEN that sings of deep bonds and trust.
Featured on the album “orbital period,” this song explores the essence of “believing.” It portrays a relationship so profound that one completely trusts the other—so much so that even betrayal might go unnoticed.
Fujiwara Motoo’s delicate lyricism unfolds through cosmic-scale storytelling of the two’s encounter and the “candy” as a symbol imbued with a soul.
It’s a recommended track for those who have experienced parting from someone dear, or for anyone who wants to trust someone deeply.
Its heartfelt lyrics and beautiful melody will gently embrace the listener’s heart.
Time machineSEKAI NO OWARI
A song that explores the subtleties of the heart as it confronts profound loss, centered on the theme of love lost.
It is included on SEKAI NO OWARI’s album “Nautilus,” released in March 2024.
The track also garnered attention as the theme song for the film “Once Upon a Crime.” Through the wish to change the past with a time machine, it chronicles the pain of heartbreak and the process of personal growth.
Its grand sound and bittersweet yet powerful melody resonate deeply with listeners.
It’s a recommended song for those who have experienced a breakup or want to reflect on memories with someone dear.
Farewell Pieces: Songs of Goodbye. Tearful Farewell Songs (101–110)
Until we meet againHirai Dai
This is a moving ballad about parting, sung by Dai Hirai, a singer-songwriter who enjoys immense popularity among younger generations.
His lustrous vocals shine against the slow-tempo accompaniment, creating an emotional atmosphere.
The lyrics repeatedly express gratitude for meeting and a firm resolve: “We’ll go our separate ways from here, but we’ll definitely meet again somewhere.” I think it’s a perfect fit for scenes like graduation ceremonies, transferring schools, or even weddings.
to go around; to circulate; concerning; aboutYuga
Yuuga is a singer-songwriter who has earned high praise for her overwhelming vocals and original worldview.
Meguru, written as the theme song for the film The Long Goodbye, features a delicate arrangement centered on piano and acoustic guitar that feels wonderfully soothing.
Its nostalgic lyrical storytelling and ensemble may bring to mind someone precious who is no longer with us.
It’s a track you’ll want to keep listening to, drawn in by its airy, transparent feel, even as it conveys the sorrow of parting.
A world without goodbyesŌhashi Torio
A medium-tempo ballad woven from a gently soul-soothing voice and richly expressive strings.
The melody spun by Ohashi Trio seems to tell us that, while parting from someone dear is unavoidable, there is a world without “goodbyes” that spreads within our hearts, where memories continue to shine forever.
Listening to this song, some of you may have quietly pictured someone you can no longer meet.
Released in September 2022, this work colored the story as the theme song for the drama “Sayonara no Mukougawa.” Rather than overcoming the sorrow of farewell, it tenderly stays close to those who wish to embrace their goodbyes as warm memories and keep living with them.
Goodbye, BoyNaoto Intiraymi
Singer-songwriter Naoto Inti Raymi, who draws on experiences around the globe to perform worldwide.
“Sayonara Boy,” included on his 2011 release ADVENTURE, is a track we recommend to anyone about to embark on a new journey.
Its gentle hip-hop-based flow and handclaps resonate in the heart.
The lyrics, which depict saying goodbye to your past self, are especially compelling.
The song is filled with messages that encourage those pursuing their dreams and goals.
Give it a listen when you want to calm your mind and relax.
cherry blossoms drifting awayUtada Hikaru
Since her debut, singer-songwriter Hikaru Utada has drawn attention for her genius musical sensibility, which continues to deepen to this day.
Her third digital single, “Sakura Nagashi,” written as the theme song for the animated film Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo, leaves a lingering impression with its striking guitar sound layered over a piano-and-strings ensemble.
The lyrics evoke a story in which, after parting with someone precious whom one cannot accept losing, time nonetheless keeps moving forward—something you can feel resonates with the film’s narrative.
It’s a beautiful ballad whose sense of weightlessness and aching sorrow tightens the chest.