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

Graduation season is exciting as you set off for a new environment, but it also leaves you feeling a bit sentimental about parting with friends.

Even though you know in your head that graduation doesn’t mean saying goodbye forever, it’s natural to feel lonely or anxious.

In this article, we introduce songs that capture the many feelings you have for the friends you’ve always shared fun times with.

We’ve gathered plenty of heartfelt graduation friendship songs that are perfect for telling your friends, “We’ll always be friends even if we’re apart,” and for expressing your gratitude for everything up to now.

Be sure to find your favorite track and send it to your friends.

Playlist

A farewell song for a dear friend—an uplifting graduation song that conveys heartfelt gratitude.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	to clear up (weather)Yorushika		An inspiring song that paints hope after the rain
2	We againSG		A moving song that gently sings about farewells at graduation
3	Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//		A moving support song that accompanies graduation
4	CHARMWANIMA		Expressing memories of youth through a sense of speed and friendship
5	footprint(s)Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster’s moving graduation song
6	Friend ~Time of Departure~yuzu		A moving song about parting with a friend and hope for the future
7	March of the PetalsAimer		A gentle encouragement song that sings of farewell and new beginnings
8	Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro		A heartwarming song that views parting as a new beginning
9	Futabaaimyon		A graduation song that sings of the worries and hopes of an 18-year-old
10	globeYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s moving ballad, thoughts for a friend
11	I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi		A cheer song of hope and support for a new life
12	Heralding springyama		A spring song that accompanies anxiety, a melody that heals the heart
13	Philadelphia fleabaneYOASOBI		A YOASOBI song about overcoming heartbreak
14	1000 daysnozomi		A song that sprints through a thousand days of youth
15	TokimekiVaundy		A masterpiece that portrays the brilliance of Vaundy’s youth
16	We’ll go togetherSnow Man		A moving song that resonates with graduation season
17	All of them are classmates reunionzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.		A graduation song that expresses the will to move forward true to oneself
18	Thank youikimonogakari		The moving song “YELL” by Ikimono-gakari
19	MemoriesNiziU		A moving song that depicts NiziU’s spring memories
20	Until the gobies dash to their endzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.		A song by ACAne that positively overcomes a breakup
21	Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad		A hopeful ballad with a warm melody
22	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		A moving song that portrays friendship and farewell
23	My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi		An inspiring song by Ketsumeishi that sings about friendship
24	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		A friendship song, a classic that evokes farewell
25	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		A song of gratitude and determination for graduation and a new departure
26	CorrectRADWIMPS		Music for 18-year-olds that portrays the struggles of youth and evokes empathy
27	proofflumpool		A moving masterpiece that sings of a 'proof of friendship'
28	Best FriendNishino Kana		With gratitude and bonds for the friend we part with at graduation
29	Time ParadoxVaundy		Vaundy's graduation song resonates with my heart.
30	Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru		Friendship unchanged, the path we walk together
31	best friendSG		A warm message song that sings about the bond with friends
32	The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46		Nogizaka46’s classic song that sings of graduation farewells and friendship
33	Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A song of gratitude and bonds to friends, and a vow for the future
34	Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		A heartwarming masterpiece that portrays the friendship between Yonezu and Suda
35	Blue SpringSUPER BEAVER		A refreshing friendship song by SUPER BEAVER
36	Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism		Official HIGE DANDism’s masterpiece that depicts the beauty of parting
37	Dear My FriendsHi-STANDARD		A masterpiece depicting Hi-STANDARD’s friendship that resonates with the heart
38	A bouquet for meAdo		Ado’s uplifting cheer song that gives you courage
39	Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri		Gratitude for graduation, a song that resonates in Yuuri’s heart
40	Words of FarewellGReeeeN		A passionate anthem of support for comrades, infused with bonds and hope.
41	Kitearashi		A cheer for a colleague embarking on a new chapter
42	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		A graduation song depicting the miracle of friendship, a moving classic
43	treasurewacci		An inspiring song that encourages the courage to pursue your dreams
44	Ultramarine HymnEVE		Gunjo Sanka is a famous song that conveys the emotion of graduation.
45	A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru		Bouquet, Hikaru Utada’s masterpiece of farewell and gratitude
46	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi		An anthem of support for a new life, together with friends
47	It’s okayji ma ma		A heartwarming classic by jimama from Okinawa
48	Don’t Worry My FriendHEY-SMITH		A cheer song for a friend, “Don’t Worry My Friend”
49	Loved oneFOMARE		An emotional graduation song by the Gunma band FOMARE
50	cherry blossomberii guddoman		An uplifting farewell song that captures the warmth of spring
51	Goodbye, see you.ET-KING		A song that turns the loneliness of graduation into something positive
52	Prologue.Yuika		A song of the end of youth and hope for the future
53	Bye, my friendbokula.		A graduation song that celebrates friendship, touching the heart
54	I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko		Sonoko Inoue’s graduation song expresses friendship and gratitude.
55	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		The Path of Graduation: A Song of Friendship and Gratitude
56	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A moving work that portrays bonds through a powerful song of friendship
57	Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi		Aoi Teshima’s hope-filled song resonates in the heart.
58	Best FriendKiroro		A heartwarming graduation song that sings of gratitude to friends.
59	Until we meet againHirai Dai		A ballad by Dai Hirai that portrays parting and reunion
60	Bond.haji→		A reggae song that celebrates friendship, easing the anxieties of graduation
61	NO MORE CRYD-51		Expressing youth and friendship in the Gokusen theme song
62	OrangeSPYAIR		A moving song that portrays farewell and hope, encouraging a new step forward.
63	Thank youKagura SCOPE		A heartwarming song from Kagura SCOPE filled with gratitude
64	GoodbyeBLUE ENCOUNT		A classic song that sings of the pain of parting and the courage to move forward
65	A graduation song, a song of friends.19		Youthful days are a treasure; friendship never changes.
66	BFFMrs. GREEN APPLE		A heartwarming song that portrays the distance and bonds between friends.
67	ReunionRADWIMPS		A song filled with gratitude before graduation
68	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Friendship is a precious bond like family.
69	flameLiSA		The Demon Slayer theme song “Homura,” a moving piece
70	Friendgagaga supi		A coming-of-age rock song that passionately sings about friendship and dreams
71	HarukaYOASOBI		A moving song that depicts parting with a loved one
72	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song about parting and emotions that portrays the springtime of youth
73	Song of DepartureMr.Children		An inspiring farewell song celebrating graduation
74	Tsubasaandāgurafu		A moving song portraying a farewell with a friend
75	classmateKALMA		A moving song from Hokkaido that sings of friendship
76	Sky-blue DaysSHISHAMO		SHISHAMO’s classic songs that color graduation memories
77	primary colorsYOASOBI		YOASOBI's signature song depicting friendship
78	The happiest treasuresutopuri		Strawberry Prince’s 27th single, a moving graduation song
79	KanadeSukima Suichi		A heart-touching Skima Switch masterpiece that portrays parting and bonds.
80	cherry blossomFUNKY MONKEY BΛBY’S		A classic song that sings of gratitude and farewell to friends in the season of graduation.
81	At dawn again today, with cherry blossoms dancingCHiCO with HoneyWorks		Passionate feelings and determination toward comrades and rivals
82	Precious friendSakushi: Itsumi Ryūichirō / Sakkyoku: Furukawa Tatsuya		A graduation song’s tale of emotion and growth
83	March 9Remioromen		A song that plays during graduation season, affirming friendship
84	Love SongGReeeeN		A heartwarming song filled with gratitude
85	Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai		A heartfelt song depicting the season of graduation
86	Best friendSnow Man		A heartwarming song filled with gratitude for friendship
87	one’s true feelingssumika		A youthful song that celebrates the preciousness of encounters and bonds.
88	A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket		A coming-of-age pop tune that sings about the bonds of friendship
89	From inside the windowBUMP OF CHICKEN		A song of farewell at graduation and a new beginning
90	Dear my friendsshela		Even after we part ways, the bonds of friendship remain connected through music.
91	The Song of BeginningsTHE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE		A gentle song by THE RAMPAGE that makes you feel friendship
92	It’s goodbye, but it’s not goodbye.yamadakatsutenai Wink		A classic spring song, a moving tune that accompanies the graduation season
93	To you, my best friend in the worldHakoniiwa Ririi		Hakoniwa Lily's bittersweet graduation song
94	366 daysHY		A moving, bittersweet breakup song from Okinawa
95	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		A moving song that portrays friendship and youth
96	Sketchaimyon		A moving song that portrays the friendship between Doraemon and Nobita
97	Graduation PhotoArai Yumi		A classic of youth and memories, painted with a gentle singing voice
98	Thank you, God.Sugata Masaki × Nakamura Tomoya		A heartwarming song that portrays friendship and gratitude
99	Goodbyekariyushi 58		Season of farewells, feelings for someone dear
100	GIVE ME FIVE!AKB48		A forward-looking AKB48 song that resonates with graduation
101	Ode to YouthMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		Singing of youthful emotions and the resolve to step into a new world
102	Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46		Singing of the bittersweet feeling of graduation and of love in the season of cherry blossoms
103	I won’t forget the days with you.Te ga kuriimu pan		A heartwarming song of friendship and hope for graduation day
104	telepathyORANGE RANGE		A song that connects hearts, a bond that resonates across distance
105	Always Youmilet		milet’s movie theme song, with friendship and the treasures of life as its themes
106	You are here.wacci		A cheer song that portrays gratitude and bonds for someone special
107	GarnetOku Hanako		The heartwarming theme song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
108	Friend ShipHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s Heartfelt Song of Friendship
109	Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai		A heartwarming song by Dai Hirai that portrays love and bonds
110	Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster		An uplifting youth anthem celebrating graduation and friendship
111	Thank you.Ōhara Sakurako		Sakurako Ohara’s “Thank You” is a song of gratitude for friendship.
112	JourneyFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s songs depict hope for the future.
113	spring skySuzuki Suzuki		A coming-of-age song by the brother duo Suzuki Suzuki
114	Bye-Bye ShowBiSH		Bonds of friendship—though our paths diverge, our hearts remain together.
115	GRADUATIONSBACK-ON		A graduation song that sings of friendship and the courage to face the future
116	Photo of three peopleKiroro		A heartfelt graduation song woven by high school classmates
117	Kizunazundare		Putting my gratitude to my friends into a song
118	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		A cheering song that depicts the brilliance and bitterness of youth