A farewell song for a dear friend—an uplifting graduation song that conveys heartfelt gratitude.

Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN “Friend’s Song”

You can tell from the title alone that this is a song about friendship—BUMP OF CHICKEN’s “Song of Friends.” Released in 2011 as their 18th single, it was the theme song for the film “Doraemon: Nobita and the New Steel Troops—Winged Angels.” Motoo Fujiwara’s gentle vocals make it a deeply moving number.

It’s highly recommended as a song to dedicate to a close friend, and for anyone who’s gone through graduation or a farewell with friends, it’s sure to strike a chord.

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RADWIMPS – The Answer [Official Live Video from “ANTI ANTI GENERATION TOUR 2019”]

18 Fes is a festival organized by NHK and created mainly by the 18-year-old generation.

During the 2018 edition of 18 Fes, RADWIMPS’s song “Seikai” (The Answer) was produced.

In school and on tests, the basic premise is that there’s always a “correct answer,” but when it comes to human feelings, thoughts about friends, and our interactions, there are no correct answers.

Feelings can well up, and we can get lost in our worries.

You could say that’s what youth is, but for those right in the thick of it, this song will likely feel like a storm of empathy.

The more you read the lyrics, the more they hit you deeply.

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Kagura SCOPE – Thank You [Official Music Video]

A solo artist known as a “Rapsinger” who fuses rap and singing, Kagura SCOPE has been winning support from street performances.

This single, released in December 2024, is a heartwarming pop number that straightforwardly expresses gratitude.

Its lyrics reflect on the appreciation we often overlook in everyday life and the miracle that encounters are never to be taken for granted, resonating deeply with those facing seasons of farewells and new beginnings.

It’s easy to project feelings for loved ones—partners, family, and friends—and the music video, now available, heightens the emotion visually as well.

Perfect as background music for graduations and farewell parties, this gentle, empathetic song feels like it speaks the words of thanks we can’t fully convey ourselves.

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wacci “Treasure” (Lyric Video)

It’s a cheering song that gently affirms the anxiety and impatience you feel while pursuing your dreams, yet also the strong will not to give up.

Included on the album “Kanjō Hyakkei,” released in August 2017, this track features a warm band sound whose words and melody reach straight to the heart.

It became a hot topic when Miho Takagi of speed skating listened to it as her pump-up song during the Pyeongchang Olympics in February 2018, and it spread as a song that gives many people a push forward.

True to wacci’s style, its everyday, empathetic message makes it perfect to give to a friend setting out on a new path at graduation or to teammates who have overcome frustration in their club activities.

It’s a song that helps you reaffirm the “precious things” that will support you in the life ahead.

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Very Good Man – “Sakura” Music Video (Everyone’s Graduation Album Ver.)

This is a medium-tempo number by Berry Goodman, a three-member vocal unit from Osaka, that evokes the warmth of spring.

Rather than dwelling on the sadness of parting, the lyrics cherish feelings of gratitude and hope for the future, lifting listeners’ spirits.

Included on the concept album “Spring Spring Spring,” released in March 2017, the song was also used as the ending theme for MBS’s “ENT.” An MV was created using photos gathered through a listener-participation project, making it a track that has grown alongside everyone’s memories.

It’s perfect for graduations where you’ll miss your friends, or when you want to give someone a push as they head to a new place.

Believe in unchanging bonds and consider gifting this song that gives you the courage to move on to the next stage with a smile.

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jimama “It’s Okay”

Many of you probably remember that gentle singing voice from the commercial! This song by jimama, a singer-songwriter from Okinawa, is a warm ballad that seems to wrap listeners’ anxieties in comfort.

The words, inspired by “the precious person who always supports you,” resonate deeply with hearts facing graduation or a new departure.

Released as a single in April 2009, it was featured in a Taiyo Yakuhin Kogyo TV commercial at the time and played in living rooms across the country.

It topped the charts in Okinawa and was rediscovered after a 2014 TV appearance, remaining a beloved classic.

It’s also included on the album “BEST OF jimama ~Kimi ni Okuru Uta~.” As spring brings changes, it’s perfect for friends who are feeling anxious.

Rather than forcing encouragement, it’s filled with a gentle presence that simply stays by your side—sing it at a farewell party or karaoke, and the whole room is sure to be wrapped in a warm atmosphere!

Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru

Wataru Ochiai – Because We’re Friends (Music Video)

Some friends may be worried that you’ll drift apart after graduation.

That’s why I recommend giving them “Tomodachi Yakarane” (“Because We’re Friends”).

It’s a song that portrays a friendship between two men and carries the message that no matter how far apart you are, you’ll still be friends.

The lyrics are written in conversational language, giving the impression that the song is speaking directly to you.

Because of that, friends who feel uneasy will likely be comforted by listening to it.

It’s also a great idea to listen together and pledge your unchanging friendship.

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