[Farewell Party Songs] From hidden gems to the latest hits: a collection of classics to color the moment of parting
Many people likely hold farewell parties during the season of goodbyes and send-offs at schools and workplaces—whether for graduations, retiring from clubs and circles, transfers, or resignations.
Music is essential for these moving moments! Some of you may be struggling to choose background music to liven up the atmosphere or songs to accompany videos played at the venue.
In this article, we’ve carefully selected Japanese songs that are perfect for farewell parties where gratitude and congratulations are shared.
They’re all classic tunes befitting a fresh send-off, so please use them as a reference.
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Farewell Party Songs: From Hidden Gems to the Latest Hits — A Collection of Masterpieces to Color the Moment of Parting (51–60)
Don’t give upZARD
For those who want to send encouragement to a loved one they’ll be apart from, the song you should play is “Makenaide.” It was released by the music unit ZARD in 1993 and is also well-known as the theme song for NTV’s “24-Hour TV: Love Saves the Earth” charity marathon.
Its catchy rock sound is irresistible—you’ll want to listen to it again and again.
The vocalist, Izumi Sakai, has a clear, translucent voice that gently pushes you toward the future.
It’s the perfect number to cheer on someone facing a turning point at work or a friend moving to Tokyo.
Words of FarewellKaientai
The go-to song for farewell parties is Kaientai’s “Okuru Kotoba.” Many people have probably heard it at such events.
It’s a classic that has been covered by many artists and is sometimes sung at graduation ceremonies.
When it was released, it also drew attention as a TV drama theme song and went on to become a long-selling hit.
If you’re unsure what to play at a farewell party, you can’t go wrong with this song.
I can’t put it into wordsofukōsu
Partings from those dear to us, encounters with the ones we love, and emotions too deep for words.
This gem of a ballad, released by Off Course in February 1982, gently sings of such delicate moments in life.
Kazumasa Oda’s clear, pure voice and the beautiful melody seep deep into the heart.
The song is included on the album “over” and was released as a double A-side single with “Kimi ni Okuru Uta.” In 1999, it was chosen for a life insurance company’s commercial, once again moving the hearts of many.
It’s a song to play when your feelings for someone overflow or when you want to express gratitude to someone precious.
Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki
This encouraging song by Noriyuki Makihara evokes the image of a beloved person far away—perfect for a moment of departure.
The upbeat, positive vibe of the melody is wonderful, isn’t it? There are surely many occasions at farewell parties where a song with this mood fits perfectly as background music.
[Farewell Party Songs] From Hidden Gems to the Latest Hits: A Collection of Masterpieces to Color the Moment of Parting (61–70)
road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE
Spring is also graduation season, and farewells inevitably linger in the air.
EXILE’s “Michi (Road)” is a perfect song to use as background music when giving farewell remarks at a send-off.
Its refreshing melody, positive lyrics, and well-balanced backing sound create just the right atmosphere, so if you deliver your parting words along with this song, your feelings are sure to come across.
Aoiaimyon
This song, which was used as the ending theme for the film “Her Blue Sky,” is a track Aimyon released in 2019.
The lyrics portray the feeling of seeing someone off as they take flight toward their dreams, and those words make it a perfect choice to give to someone departing at a farewell gathering.
In particular, the part that conveys the message, “We’ll always have a place ready for you to come back to anytime,” is moving, and I think sending this song in place of a cheer is highly recommended.
Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi
Kazuyoshi Saito is known for his uniquely laid-back, one-of-a-kind voice.
One of his signature songs, and a classic covered by many artists, is “Utautai no Ballad.” Released in 1997, it still feels timeless more than 25 years later—a beloved number that never grows old.
It’s a perfect recommendation for those moments when you want to express your feelings through song.
Let this BGM carry the words you usually feel too shy to say.
This track will beautifully color farewell scenes with dear friends, teammates, or coworkers.
