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

SAKURA GoodbyeSCANDAL

SCANDAL “SAKURA Goodbye” / Sakura Goodbye – Music Video

The second single from Osaka-based girl band SCANDAL.

You might find it familiar since it was also used as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!” In 2009, as members MAMI and TOMOMI—then still in high school—were about to graduate, they created this song around the theme of “bittersweet memories.” It’s a rocking, high-energy youth anthem that also radiates a touch of fragility and cuteness.

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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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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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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.

spring sunlightKanapu × Kujira

[Suite] KAFU × Kujira #97 “Spring Sunlight” [Original MV]

Kaf’s gentle, translucent vocals seep warmly into the heart like spring sunlight in this song.

Born from a collaboration with Kujira, the track delicately portrays the many emotions that overflow in moments of graduation and parting.

Carried by a light, spring-breeze melody, it weaves together fond memories, gratitude, and the anticipation of a new beginning.

Released in March 2022, this piece brims with a kindness that stays close to you with the arrival of spring and gives you a gentle push forward.

It’s a heartwarming song that we hope everyone facing a life transition—not just those in the graduation season—will listen to.