[For Middle Schoolers] Recommended Classic Songs to Sing at Graduation Ceremonies
Have you already decided on the song to sing at the junior high school graduation ceremony?
When you graduate from junior high, it’s common for classmates to go their separate ways.
While reaching this milestone brings joy, many students also feel the sadness of parting from friends they spent every day with, as well as anxiety about entering a new environment.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of graduation songs that resonate with those pre-graduation feelings, including timeless staples and popular tracks.
Use it as a reference to help choose music that will brighten your graduation ceremony!
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[For Junior High Students] Recommended Classic Songs to Sing at Graduation (31–40)
March 9Remioromen
It’s one of the signature songs by Remioromen, a three-piece rock band whose track became a big hit after being featured as an insert song in the drama “1 Litre of Tears.” It was released in 2004 as their second major-label single.
Many people will resonate with the message in the lyrics—“Thanks to you, I’ve been able to grow.” It brings to mind friends, teachers, and parents.
It also expresses the desire to become that kind of person for someone else.
It’s a timeless masterpiece that deserves to be sung for years to come.
Bridge of Gloryyuzu
A song that makes you want to take a step forward while holding all your school-life experiences close to your heart is perfect for graduation day! “Eikou no Kakehashi” (Bridge of Glory) by Yuzu, released in 2004, embraces a range of emotions and makes you feel the reality of living in the present.
Chosen as the official theme song for NHK’s coverage of the Athens Olympics, its encouraging lyrics have remained beloved.
With graduation just ahead, why not sing this song that makes you feel that the hardships and tears you experienced during school were never in vain, but are building a bridge to tomorrow?
road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE
It’s an inspiring song that makes you think, “I was happy to spend time with my precious friends.” It’s a track by the popular dance-vocal group EXILE, released in 2007 as their 23rd single.
A grand ballad built around a beautiful piano sound, it stirs your heart just by listening.
ATSUSHI’s gentle vocals are truly wonderful as well.
Try singing it while taking a thoughtful look back on your school life so far.
Unchanging Thingssakushi: yamazaki tomoko / sakkyoku: yamazaki tomoko
The bonds nurtured during our days at school will never fade, even when we are apart.
This work is a choral piece that carefully weaves together those unchanging feelings.
The lyrics and music are by Tomoko Yamazaki, who has created many beloved songs such as “Taisetsu na Mono” and “Te no Hira o Kazashite.” It was newly written for the collection “Tomoko Yamazaki ~Original Songs~ (Mixed Voices),” published by Ongaku no Tomo Sha in July 2010.
While holding the sorrow of parting, it portrays the resolve to look ahead and take a step forward, set to a sincere and beautiful melody.
Both mixed choir and equal-voice choir versions are available, making it easy to choose according to the size and composition of your school.
Sung at graduations, farewell ceremonies, and other moments of parting from those dear to you, it will etch gratitude for the time spent together—and the bonds that will remain unchanged—into your hearts.
far; distant; by farGReeeeN
This is a ballad themed around setting off on a new journey, depicting the profound love of family.
It was also the theme song for the film “ROOKIES -Graduation-,” and its lyrics—linked to the graduation of high school students who pour their youth into baseball—moved many to tears.
The words portray children who spread their wings to chase their dreams and goals, and the father and mother who, though awkward, support them with all their hearts.
The lyrics capturing these parent–child feelings are deeply moving.
Realize that someone is supporting you, and try sending your gratitude through this song.
It will surely help you welcome a wonderful graduation scene.
[For Middle School Students] Recommended Classic Songs to Sing at Graduation (41–50)
Unchanging ThingsSakkyoku: Yamazaki Tomoko
This piece was written and composed by Tomoko Yamazaki.
Yamazaki, who has created many choral works including “Taisetsu na Mono” and “Kizuna,” often writes songs whose simplicity allows the feelings to come straight to the heart.
This song, too, carries the message that although parting is sad, we want to cherish the encounters we’ve had.
Structurally, it begins in unison and later divides into three parts to enjoy the harmony.
The melody isn’t very complex, so it would be nice if you can avoid singing it flatly and instead express the emotions skillfully.
Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya
On the day of a new departure, there are feelings I want to convey with all my heart.
For such a graduation ceremony, I recommend “Inochi no Uta,” with lyrics by Mariya Takeuchi and sung by Mana Mikura and Kana Mikura.
This song, perfect for coloring the precious moment of graduation, is a choral piece with a cleansing melody and beautiful piano accompaniment.
Its lyrics, which evoke the strong bonds with the friends who shared your days, connect to hope for the future that begins now.
Sung as a chorus, it will likely bring deep emotion to everyone who takes part.