[For Graduates] Graduation Songs and Cheer Anthems to Convey Gratitude and Support

Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46

The Only One Who Knows Is the Graduation Photo by Hinatazaka46

A song by Hinatazaka46 themed around graduation.

It gently sings of the bittersweet feelings of the cherry blossom season and the love that went unspoken.

Memories and regrets sealed in graduation photos resonate deeply, intertwined with clear, transparent vocals.

Set for release on January 29, 2025, the track features Nao Kosaka as center and will be available in five editions: limited first-press versions and a regular edition.

It was premiered at their Tokyo Dome concert on December 26, 2024.

It’s a recommended listen not only for students entering graduation season, but also for anyone who wants to reflect on past loves.

Song of BeginningsGReeeeN

Hajimarino Uta

If you want to send gratitude and encouragement to a teacher embarking on a new path, GReeeeN’s “Hajimari no Uta” is a great choice.

Its lyrics gently embrace the moment when students take their first steps into a new chapter, and will surely convey your appreciation to the teacher.

Released in 2016, the song’s promotional video—depicting the final days of a school that is closing—deeply moved many viewers.

Played at a farewell ceremony, it can give both teachers and students the courage to make a fresh start together.

At any timeYugeda Kensuke

[Lyrics Video] Donnatokimo (Alto) — Vocals: Oita City Matsuoka Elementary School Music Club

A song by Kensuke Yugeita that expresses gratitude at life’s milestones, set to a gentle melody that feels familiar to everyone.

It warmly conveys cherished memories with friends and heartfelt thanks to family and teachers.

The tender, embracing tune resonates deeply with listeners and invites empathy.

This piece is included on the album “Dream & Dream: Yume o Tsunagō” and has been selected for inclusion in elementary school music textbooks starting in 2024.

Yugeita, who holds school concerts nationwide, has performed over 2,000 times and continues composing with children in mind.

It’s a song to sing with sincerity on occasions when you want to express gratitude to those who matter—such as at a “Half-Coming-of-Age Ceremony” (celebrating turning ten) or end-of-year grade events.

GRADUATIONSBACK-ON

GRADUATIONS (Theme song for V-Cinext 'Kamen Rider Gotchard GRADUATIONS')

This song gently gives a push on the back as friends part ways and take their first steps onto new paths.

Holding the memories of precious friends they spent time with, it captures the wavering feelings of young people heading toward their respective futures through an emotional melody and powerful guitar sound.

Released by BACK-ON in February 2025, it serves as the theme song for Kamen Rider Gotchard GRADUATIONS, offering encouragement at the major life turning point of graduation.

It blends beautifully with the world of the V-Cinext work, further heightening the emotional impact of the piece.

It’s a perfect track for the grand finale of a school or culture festival, and for making memories with friends.

While conveying the importance of friendship and bonds, it’s a song that gives you the courage to start walking toward the future.

It’s okaywacci

wacci “Daijoubu” Music Video

This song by wacci carries a warm message that gently stays close to the listener’s heart.

It tenderly portrays universal emotions—like the smile that comes after tears, and the days when you want to change but can’t.

You can feel the strength and kindness of the words “It’s okay” throughout the entire piece.

Released in August 2015, it was used as the theme song for the TBS drama “37.5°C no Namida.” It’s recommended for times when you feel tired from daily life or want to face your own vulnerabilities.

It will surely warm your heart.

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Kobukuro “Graduation”

The song I want to sing while reminiscing with friends who are graduating together is “Sotsugyou” by Kobukuro.

I’ve heard the two members co-wrote it with the wish that it would be sung at graduation ceremonies.

It’s perfect not only for the ceremony itself, but also for the farewell party everyone holds afterward—sing it together and it’s sure to be moving! Just like in the music video, take lots of videos and photos, and make those final moments before you all go your separate ways into something truly special.

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erica “Graduation Song” lyric video (Full ver.)

As if blessing a new beginning, Erica’s “Graduation Song” is perfect for a moving scene at a graduation ceremony.

Celebrating the precious time spent with friends, the song’s gentle guitar tones and rich strings resonate in the heart, warmly coloring the moment of graduation.

It watches over this milestone with warmth and quietly encourages the first steps toward the future.

True to its title, it’s a graduation song that lingers in the heart—highly recommended for anyone reaching a turning point.