[Graduation Songs] Tear-Jerking, Heartwarming Ballads | A Showcase of Classics and the Newest Hits!

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[Official] Uru “Kokoroe” – Theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m. drama “Kazama Kojin: Kyojo 0”

This song, performed by Uru—known for her rich, resonant vocals—carries a message about overcoming life’s trials.

Written as the theme for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “Kazama Kimichika: Kyojo 0,” it was released digitally in May 2023 and later issued physically in June of the same year as a double A-side single, “Kokoroe / Kami Hitoe.” The ballad, which conveys a quiet yet steadfast resolve, embodies a sense of duty and mindset befitting a police officer, as well as a message about overcoming life’s challenges.

It’s a touching piece that gently supports those graduating or embarking on a new chapter in life.

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erica – “What I Want to Tell You Before Graduation” PV (Full)

For those looking for a graduation song with a romance theme, we recommend “What I Want to Tell You Before Graduation.” Erica’s lively, energetic voice matches the song’s fleeting quality perfectly.

It may sound like a heartbreak song at first, but it’s actually crafted with bright, uplifting lyrics about a long-distance relationship.

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Ode to YouthMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

[Momoiro Clover Z MV] Seishunfu / Momoiro Clover Z (Seishunfu / Momoiro Clover Z)

Momoiro Clover Z’s Seishunfu is a moving ballad perfectly suited for graduation.

Released as the ending theme for the film Maku ga Agaru, in which the members appear, the song features lyrics filled with anxieties about the future and the sorrow of parting.

The piano melody resonates deeply, and the vocals convey a poignant sense of longing.

It feels like an anthem cheering on those standing at a new beginning, while also serving as a bridge connecting many memories.

It’s an ideal pick for karaoke, and equally fitting as background music or a choral piece for graduation ceremonies—truly a song worthy of marking a page of youth.

When cherry-blossom hues danceNakajima Mika

Mika Nakashima “Sakurairo Mau Koro” MUSIC VIDEO Shorts ver.

This is a song that makes my heart tremble and brings me to the brink of tears with Mika Nakashima’s voice alone.

It was released in 2005 as her 14th single.

When you think of cherry blossoms, they’re often tied to graduation songs, but in reality the season feels more like the start of the school year than graduation, doesn’t it? Even so, “Sakurairo Maukoro” sings about “By that time, I will be…”—a vision of oneself that graduates in particular can surely imagine.

Listen closely to the beautiful Japanese and the lyrics’ conscious evocation of traditional Japanese aesthetics.

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say good bye & good dayKOKIA

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This is the song used in the ending of the Nintendo DS game Tales of Innocence.

Although the melody sounds heartrending, the lyrics are positive, and the song fills you with courage and hope.

It’s a song that, when listened to at a graduation ceremony, gives you the strength to move forward.

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Hikaru Utada – A Bouquet for You

A ballad by Hikaru Utada that gently seeps into the heart with a sense of nostalgia.

The lyrics, filled with feelings of farewell and gratitude, and the tender melody woven by piano and strings, deeply move listeners.

Released digitally in April 2016, it drew attention as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Toto Nee-chan.” It is also said to reflect Utada’s feelings for her mother.

Perfect for those who have experienced parting from someone important or who want to express their gratitude.

It’s also a popular choice as background music for graduation ceremonies.