[2026] Uplifting Songs for Graduation: J-POP Graduation Songs and Anthems
After graduation, many of you may find yourselves living apart from the friends you’ve spent so much time with and the family who has supported you, as you move on to higher education or start working.
Perhaps excitement about taking your first steps toward your dream coexists in your heart with the anxiety of wondering if things will go well.
At times like these, when you might be feeling a little discouraged, you want to listen to uplifting songs that cheer you on, don’t you?
We’ve gathered songs filled with warm encouragement to give a gentle push to you, who are setting off at graduation, and to your dear friends.
Tune in to these tracks that will give you courage as you take your next step forward!
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[2026] Cheer Songs to Hear at Graduation. J-POP Graduation Songs and Anthems (111–120)
CELEBRATELittle Glee Monster
Little Glee Monster, the vocal group that adopted a new lineup in 2022 and continues to captivate fans with their unwaveringly powerful choral work, has released their 22nd single, “UP TO ME!” The track “CELEBRATE,” included on the single, was selected as the collaboration song for the National High School eSports Championship.
Its lyrics, which depict the feeling of taking a step toward one’s own dreams, seem perfect for powerfully brightening the new beginning that is graduation day.
With a refreshing ensemble and soulful vocals that give you a push forward, it’s a pop tune you’ll want to play on a day of celebration.
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With a pop sound that cheers on the graduates, these lyrics are fun and a little tear-jerking.
Up until today they were children, but from tomorrow they’ll walk the path of adulthood.
It’s a heartwarming song to gift at that very moment.
It makes you want to sing together.
It’s the perfect track for a graduation ceremony where everyone sets off with lots of memories, hope, and courage.
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GREEN APPLE’s “Shunshuu” vividly captures both the joy and the bittersweet feelings that come with the milestone of graduation.
Singing of anxieties about the future, new hopes, and the sadness of parting, this song grips listeners’ hearts and doesn’t let go.
Because Motoki Omori wove into the music the emotions he felt right after experiencing his own graduation, its appeal is likely to resonate even more strongly after a ceremony.
It’s a perfect choice to foster a moving sense of togetherness during karaoke in the graduation season.
Feel the tender wistfulness of spring through “Shunshuu,” and share emotions befitting this milestone of graduation.
Bye, my friendbokula.
This is a moving song that portrays the end of youth and the start of a new journey.
The delicate vocals and melodies woven by the members of bokula.
beautifully capture the complex emotions of those facing graduation.
Included on the mini-album “Seikatsu ni, Yorisoi.” released in May 2022, this track is perfect for graduation ceremonies where the sadness of parting intersects with hope for the future.
It was also performed on the “Itomeru Tour Tour,” deeply resonating with many in the audience.
As a song that encourages you to take a new step while looking back on cherished memories with close friends, it’s highly recommended for students approaching graduation.
It might also be nice to listen with friends and reminisce about your youthful days.
If you laugh at the skywacci
Painted with a youthful landscape where wistfulness and hope intersect, “Sora ni Waraeba” is a song that resonates not only during graduation season but at every turning point in life.
With wacci’s heartfelt melody and lyrics, it adds color to the seasons of parting and new encounters.
The song holds a strong will to overcome painful experiences and deep gratitude for the cherished friends with whom we spent our days, forging a powerful bond with listeners’ own memories.
While looking back on the efforts made so far, it gives you the courage to take a new step forward and becomes a source of support.
This track is recommended for everyone who poured their hearts into club activities or studies.
It’s the perfect BGM for graduation and farewell gatherings—be sure to try singing it at karaoke.
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A heartwarming number by nishina that gently embraces the feelings of students on the verge of graduation.
It’s included on the album “1999,” released in July 2022.
While looking back on youthful days, this song gives you the courage to take a step toward the future.
The lyrics, which convey the resolve to set out on a new path even while lingering over farewells to friends, are sure to resonate deeply with anyone approaching graduation.
Nishina’s gentle vocals and the soothing melodies of piano and strings beautifully color the memories.
On graduation day, why not listen to this song with your cherished friends and look back on the days you’ve shared?
My friend — from here on out, forever…Ketsumeishi
A music group named after a traditional Chinese medicinal herb—associated with “expelling everything”—Ketsumeishi releases their 29th single.
Chosen as the theme song for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: Fast Asleep! The Great Assault on the Dreaming World, the track features a driving four-on-the-floor kick drum beat and warm string tones that lift the spirits.
Its lyrics, depicting friendships that remain unchanged even after graduation, soothe the anxiety of impending separation.
With a message that our bonds won’t change, so let’s part with a smile for now, it’s a song that brightens graduation ceremonies and gives you a gentle push at life’s crossroads.