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

Dream Deliverynaniwa danshi

Naniwa Danshi “Yume Watashi” ~from Naniwa Danshi First Arena Tour 2021 #NaniwaDanshiShikaKatan~

Yumewatashi by the Johnny’s group Naniwa Danshi was released as a cheer song to liven up summer high school baseball.

It was also used as the theme for Nettou Koshien, so many students probably spent their youthful summers with this song.

The way they sing gently, as if speaking to you, gives you a push on the back! It’s perfect for sending off graduates as they head toward the future, so be sure to sing it at the graduation ceremony to cheer them on.

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miyabi

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A bouquet for meAdo

[Ado] A Bouquet for Me

In March 2025, the song by Ado that became a hot topic as the CM track for Japan Coca-Cola’s “Georgia” is a cheer anthem newly written by HoneyWorks.

It carries a warm message that doesn’t deny failures or regrets, instead embracing both who you were yesterday and who you are today.

The theme of offering blessings to oneself harmonizes beautifully with Ado’s powerful yet gentle vocals, giving listeners a gentle push forward.

It’s a number we especially hope those standing at the milestone of graduation—feeling anxious or uncertain—will hear.

Brimming with positive energy, it’s the kind of work you’ll want to gift yourself as a morning pep talk when taking that first new step.

March 9Remioromen

Remioromen – March 9

The second single by the three-piece rock band Remioromen.

It was originally written for a wedding, but because the lyrics can be interpreted as expressing gratitude to a beloved teacher, it became famous as a classic graduation song.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on graduation day and shed tears, as it evokes memories of school life and gratitude for the teacher who always watched over you.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Bye, my friendbokula.

bokula. – By My Friend - [Official Music Video]

This is a gem of a song from bokula., a rock band based in Hiroshima, filled with the sparkle and bittersweetness of youth.

The lyrics, which remind us that the time and memories spent with friends—things we took for granted—are never wasted, resonate deeply alongside Ei’s straightforward vocals.

Included on the mini-album “Seikatsu ni, Yorisoi.” released in May 2022, the track has won fervent support especially among junior and senior high school students, and has become beloved by many listeners, surpassing a total of 8.5 million streams.

It’s the perfect song for those moments when you’re facing the sadness of going your separate ways but want to reaffirm an unchanging bond.

Why not send this track to your cherished friends as a token of gratitude at the milestone of graduation?

Sakura rollFunatsu Mahiro

Masato Funatsu “Sakura Roll” Official Lyric Video

With the arrival of spring, the song that makes me want to listen is Masho Funatsu’s “Sakura Roll,” released in March 2021.

The title is a coined word that blends “sakura” (cherry blossoms) with a smartphone’s “camera roll,” a clever touch that layers the fleeting season with the enduring nature of memories.

This piece, graced by the soothing sound of acoustic guitar, features high school singer Ren on chorus; the overlap of their voices creates a beautiful harmony where warmth and wistfulness coexist.

The lyrics capture a contemporary feeling—the desire to etch fleeting moments into the heart like photographs—and gently resonate with those facing graduation or a new chapter in life.

It’s a highly recommended song to send with gratitude, while reflecting on days spent with friends or a loved one.

Let the cherry blossoms bloomYoshida Yamada

Sakura, Bloom / Yoshida Yamada [MUSIC VIDEO]

Sung by the male vocal duo Yoshida Yamada, this is a perfect song themed around graduation to dedicate to graduates! Jumping into a new environment after graduating is exciting, but it also comes with anxiety.

The lyrics of this song are packed with messages of support to encourage graduates who are feeling that way.

I think many graduates will be moved by the words, “Believe in the path you chose and spread your wings straight ahead!!”

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Hane Keisuke

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Loved oneFOMARE

FOMARE “The One I Love” Official Music Video

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.