[Recommended for High School Students] New Graduation Songs & Classic Tearjerkers Collection

Spring Dayaimyon

Aimyon – Harunohi [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Created as the theme song for an animated film about a honeymoon, this piece delicately portrays a loving married couple.

The story of two people starting a new life together—recognizing each other’s strengths and weaknesses and deepening their love as a family—delivers a wonderful message that encourages a fresh step forward in life.

With this song released in April 2019, Aimyon gently captures the world of the anime film Crayon Shin-chan: Honeymoon Hurricane – The Lost Hiroshi.

Memories beginning on a train platform and the feeling of cherishing small everyday joys resonate warmly alongside the gentle melody.

It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone embarking on a new chapter of life.

Even while holding anxieties about the future, it gives you the courage to move forward one step at a time—why not listen to it together with someone special as an uplifting anthem?

My friend — from here on out, forever…Ketsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “My Friend ~ From Here On Forever…”

Graduation season is a time to look back on memories with friends you’ve spent so much time with and to share your gratitude and wishes to stay connected moving forward.

Here’s a recommended graduation song by Ketsumeishi for just such moments.

The message, “I’ll be there to support you when you’re in trouble,” is incredibly reassuring, isn’t it? If you listen to this song before graduation, it’s sure to bring back memories and stir up so many feelings that you’ll be moved to tears!

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Hane Keisuke

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Kadode no Ippo (feat. CHICO CARLITO)ASOBOiSM

Kadode no Ippo (feat. CHICO CARLITO)

A graduation song dedicated to everyone taking a new step toward their dreams.

It carefully captures the mix of courage and anxiety that comes with leaving a familiar environment.

The unique musical style of ASOBOiSM and the solitary lyricism of CHICO CARLITO fuse into a one-of-a-kind track.

Released in March 2024, the song was self-produced by ASOBOiSM, showcasing her personality to the fullest.

This work gently accompanies the complex emotions you feel before diving into a new environment.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to at life’s milestones, such as graduation and school entrance ceremonies.

GraduationZONE

(PV) ZONE – Sotsugyou

An up-tempo graduation song sung by the girls’ rock band ZONE.

The lyrics evoke all kinds of memories from student life, and the pop, energetic, rock-tinged guitars leave a strong impression.

The chime-like phrase in the interlude also feels very student-like and charming.

This track captures the brisk feeling of overcoming loneliness, viewing graduation positively, and sprinting toward the next step.

It’s the kind of song you’ll want to sing with a smile at the end, together with everyone who shared the fun times—and the sad ones—by your side.

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hiyori

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Our Starting LineHIPPY

Our Starting Line

This is an uplifting support song by HIPPY that delivers heartwarming vocals about the friendships of youth and the passion for pursuing goals.

It gently conveys the importance of bonds with friends and working hard toward your ambitions, while giving you the courage and hope to take a new step in life.

Released in August 2024, it was selected as the official support song for the 2025 National High School Comprehensive Sports Tournament.

Created together with high school students in Hiroshima Prefecture, the song is infused with the energy and dreams of young people.

It’s a track we hope everyone will listen to—not only those starting a new chapter, but anyone striving toward an important goal.

When you’re taking a step toward your dream or feeling anxious about a challenge, it will surely give you a push forward.

Everyone, everyone is shining.Yugeda Kensuke

Everyone, everyone is shining (unison chorus)

Riding on a cherry-blossom-colored breeze, this heartwarming song by Kensuke Yugeda gently sings of the hopeful arrival of spring.

It carries a message of encouragement for children taking their first steps forward, conveying a sense of anticipation for a shining future.

Its melody, expressing both endearing freshness and the courage to walk toward one’s dreams, tenderly nestles against the listener’s heart.

The piece is included on the album “Shiawase ni Naare” and is a beloved song performed at entrance ceremonies and welcome events for new students in elementary schools across Japan.

Since June 2018, it has been passed down in schools nationwide, and through more than 2,000 school concerts, Mr.

Yugeda has delivered it directly to children.

It is a springtime song brimming with joy, one we hope new students, teachers, and families will listen to.

My SpringI’s

I’s “My Spring” MUSIC VIDEO

An anthem for youth from I’s.

Released in January 2022, this song speaks to the hearts of high school students on the verge of graduation.

The repeated lyric “It won’t wait for you” gives voice to young people grappling with loneliness and anxiety.

Yet it also shines with a ray of hope.

Featured on the album “DON’T COMMIT SUICIDE,” it’s perfect for spring—a season of partings and new encounters.

It’s a song for anyone taking a new step, and for everyone standing at a crossroads in life.

It will surely give you a gentle push forward.