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

Among the many graduation songs, the ones that move us to tears most are surely the heartfelt ballads.

Just listening to music with a gentle, mellow tone can make memories and feelings of gratitude well up uncontrollably, bringing you to tears.

In this article, we introduce such moving graduation ballad songs.

They’re recommended as graduation chorus pieces, as background music, and for singing at karaoke.

Please enjoy these inspiring songs that will beautifully color your special day.

Playlist

[Graduation Songs] Tear-Jerking, Heartwarming Ballads \| A Showcase of Classics and the Newest Hits!
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	BFFMrs. GREEN APPLE		A heartwarming song that portrays the distance and bonds between friends.
2	EverlastingSixTONES		An emotional ballad from Idemitsu’s commercial, for life’s milestones
3	DreamerJO1		An anthem cheering on those who chase their dreams, the courage to move forward
4	GloriousBE:FIRST		An anthem that celebrates effort, with the powerful push to keep you moving forward
5	footprint(s)Little Glee Monster		A moving ballad that resonates with the heart
6	Promise ~promises~EXILE		A moving ballad of parting and reunion, bound by a strong bond
7	horsetailnishina		The theme song that, after enduring winter, sings of hope for spring.
8	Joined handsMINAMI		A coming-of-age ballad that holds hands and heads toward the future
9	Precious FeelingsRIEHATA		RIEHAT conveys emotions through song—an anthem of support filled with gratitude for their teammates.
10	Waiting for flowersKihara Rui		A ballad imbued with Atsu Mizuno’s wish for a reunion
11	ContrastTOMOO		A graduation song that portrays the bittersweetness of youth
12	This is me ~Poem of Promise~RIKU		RIKU writes an original poem of self-affirmation
13	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		Spring melancholy, singing of the end of youth and a new departure
14	The Story of the Wind and MeAdo		A moving piece: a film theme song written for Ado
15	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		A moving song depicting the farewell and departure of youth
16	See you again.kawanishi natsuki		Kawanishi from Nara sings a song of his hometown.
17	Embrace the presentsatō moka		A wistful song that embraces the present at graduation
18	Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism		An insert song from a drama, an emotional piece
19	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		An inspiring cheer song of courage and hope that resonates with the heart
20	Kitearashi		An inspiring work that sings of hope and courage for the future
21	When I turn around…Janne Da Arc		A graduation song: a moving piece about parting and hope
22	Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		FMB's 'Thank You' that moves people at the graduation ceremony
23	MiracleGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s classic hit “Kiseki,” a song of youth
24	Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		A poignant song depicting the bonds with a friend and a farewell
25	horizonback number		Youth that looks forward, nourished by lost dreams
26	YELLikimonogakari		An encouraging song that resonates in the heart before graduation
27	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		A passionate message that captures the brilliance of youth with a sense of speed
28	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		Song of friendship, even when apart our hearts remain connected
29	Just a little longer until graduationGLAY		A bittersweet farewell before graduation and a song of memories
30	It’s okayji ma ma		A heartwarming classic by jimama from Okinawa
31	Farewell to the days of youthTHE Inazuma Sentai		A cheering song that transcends the past and dashes into the future
32	To the futureKiroro		An inspiring graduation song conveys eternal love.
33	Sakura rollFunatsu Mahiro		A masterpiece that sings of memories like cherry blossoms in spring
34	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song about being yourself, gifted for graduation season
35	StoryAI		A moving AI ballad that sings of deep love and bonds
36	cherry blossomKobukuro		Kobukuro’s “Sakura,” a classic song about graduation and farewell
37	HarukaYOASOBI		YOASOBI’s moving work “Moon Prince,” a heartwarming story
38	Beyond the Night SkySMAP		At the graduation ceremony, SMAP’s moving “Yozora no Mukō” (Beyond the Night Sky).
39	Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro		Motohiro Hata's 'Aogeba Aozora' is a moving graduation song.
40	budKobukuro		Kobukuro’s moving song of love to a mother
41	Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya’s famous song “Come, Spring.”
42	March 9Remioromen		A timeless song filled with the emotion of graduation, resonating in the heart
43	proofflumpool		flumpool’s “Akashi” sings about farewell at graduation and moving forward.
44	Graduation song, friends’ song19		A song that cheers on the anxiety and courage of graduation
45	Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu		A classic song that sings of graduation, friendship, and the sorrow of parting
46	BoyhoodInoue Yosui		A heart-touching classic that sings of a boy’s memories
47	Sakura RabbitKawasaki Takaya		At the milestone of graduation, a bittersweet song stirs the heart.
48	On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai		Ai Kawashima’s graduation song: a masterpiece that colors emotions and memories
49	Sakura (2019)Moriyama Naotaro		The Appeal of Naotaro Moriyama’s Graduation Song “Sakura”
50	My WayMirei Touyama		A positive graduation song, a track by Mirei Toyama
51	CorrectRADWIMPS		A graduation song depicting RADWIMPS’ youth
52	Don’t bloom.WHITE JAM		Singing of bittersweet feelings in the season of cherry blossoms and farewells
53	Maplesupittsu		Spitz’s classic song “Kaede” is a masterpiece.
54	Graduation PhotoArai Yumi		A classic graduation photo song that sings of youthful memories
55	my graduationSPEED		A song that looks back on graduation and takes a new step forward
56	Thank youikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari’s signature song of gratitude, “Arigatou.”
57	Sakuraayaka		A heartwarming song of farewell and growth painted with cherry blossoms
58	Letter ~Dear fifteen-year-old you~Anjura Aki		Share the emotion with the graduation song “Tegami”
59	PrideImai Miki		Miki Imai “PRIDE,” a song about the strength to live
60	March 9Fujimaki Ryota		A song of departure resonates in the heart, a melody of hope.
61	Song of DepartureMr.Children		A beloved classic that depicts life's milestones
62	Yui (Knot/Bond)miwa		Miwa’s graduation song “Yui (結)” that depicts the adolescent heart
63	The Beginningayaka		A heartwarming song that heralds Ayaka’s new beginning
64	Cherry Blossom Rainabsorb		Sakura Rain, a famous song that sings about graduation memories
65	Full of memoriesH₂O		H2O’s youth song “Memories Are Full”
66	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		Tears are nourishment for the future, a song of hope.
67	Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri		The Appeal of Yuuri’s Gratitude-Filled Graduation Song
68	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		A song of gratitude and hope for the future at the graduation ceremony
69	Cherry blossom seasonEXILE ATSUSHI		A classic graduation song that moves you in the cherry blossom season
70	Best FriendKiroro		The song “Best Friend,” which celebrates the bonds of friendship, is a graduation classic.
71	Sakura, You, and Ituki.		A poignant song that depicts springtime farewells and the radiance of youth.
72	Goodbyekariyushi 58		Season of farewells, feelings for someone dear
73	Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s beautiful ballad, a farewell and a new beginning
74	The Door to TomorrowI WiSH		A song that sings about school memories and hopes for the future
75	Footsteps ~Be StrongMr.Children		A song that supports hope and courage for a new life
76	YellKobukuro		A heartwarming ballad that celebrates a journey's departure
77	A Song for YouShenelu		A song that gently sings about the farewell of graduation
78	KanadeSukima Suichi		A moving ballad that resonates in the heart for the graduation season
79	GraduationKobukuro		Kobukuro’s graduation song resonates with my heart.
80	oneselfTani Yuuki		A moving song that accompanies the graduation season
81	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		AKB48’s moving graduation song, the power of music
82	Gift SongCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A gentle melody singing gratitude for graduation
83	Sakura PhotographHatsuboshi Gakuen		A ballad for the season when cherry blossoms dance, an emotional song
84	1096Cody Rī (Ri)		The winter I dropped out of high school: the loneliness and hope of youth
85	Melancholy Cherry Blossomsatarayo		A youthful song celebrating a new beginning
86	Petals, heralding the beginningsakura shimeji		A graduation song with a cherry blossom motif, singing of parting and moving forward
87	Until we meet againHirai Dai		Parting and reunion, a gentle melody resonates in the heart
88	Sakura MelodyMakihara Noriyuki		An inspiring song celebrating graduation, “Sakura Melody.”
89	Goodbye, graduation.haji→		A moving song that sings of the anxieties and hopes of graduation
90	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		A moving song about graduation memories and friendship
91	Sky-blue DaysSHISHAMO		Graduation songs are youth anthems that resonate in the heart.
92	We againSG		An inspiring masterpiece perfect for listening to during cherry blossom season
93	It’s goodbye, but it’s not goodbye.yamadakatsutenai Wink		A classic spring song, a moving tune that accompanies the graduation season
94	GraduationOzaki Yutaka		Yutaka Ozaki’s message of youth, expressing a longing for freedom
95	Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46		A graduation song that heralds spring, the bittersweet melody of youth
96	Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro		A heartfelt song themed around cherry blossoms and farewell
97	Azure Swimnishina		A heartwarming song that gently embraces the emotion of graduation
98	Before spring comesGōruden Bonbā		A bittersweet graduation song, the warmth of friendship
99	Farewell, YouthChatto Monchī		A masterpiece that depicts Chatmonchy’s youth
100	Nostalgic FutureKamishiraishi Mone		A moving song that supports people who challenge their dreams
101	Words of FarewellKaientai		A moving masterpiece that colors the graduation ceremony
102	Tomoë GakuenFukuyama Masaharu		A moving song that portrays memories of school and life
103	Graduation -GRADUATION-Kikuchi Momoko		A graduation song that portrays the bittersweetness of youth and growth
104	Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru		A moving graduation song that portrays the friendships of youth
105	JourneyFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s song of hope for graduates
106	Best FriendNishino Kana		A moving graduation song that celebrates friendship
107	spring skySuzuki Suzuki		A graduation song capturing the emotions of youth, filled with hope and gratitude
108	GraduationTakahashi Yuu		A heartwarming song that soothes the sadness of graduation
109	My Gift To YouCHEMISTRY meets S.O.S.		A tale of winter memories and eternal love
110	Words of FarewellGReeeeN		A moving song that captures GReeeeN’s youth
111	evening primroseNovelbright		A heart-stirring ballad where wistfulness and hope intertwine
112	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		A moving graduation song filled with gratitude and farewell
113	guidelinesUru		A Song to Overcome Life’s Trials
114	What I want to tell you before graduationerica		Long-distance relationship graduation song, erica
115	Ode to YouthMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		Singing of the thrill of youth and the poignancy of farewell
116	When cherry-blossom hues danceNakajima Mika		A beautiful song that makes the heart tremble when cherry blossoms dance
117	say good bye & good dayKOKIA		An inspiring song that gives you courage and keeps you looking forward
118	A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru		A song by Hikaru Utada that resonates with the heart