[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 Middle Schoolers] Recommended Classic Songs to Sing at Graduation (51–60)
Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa
Born from a TV show project, this is the debut song of the band Road of Major and one of their signature tracks.
The energetic band sound, the straight-to-the-heart vocals, and the supportive, close-knit chorus all leave a strong impression.
It expresses gratitude to the important people who have supported you, as well as thoughts about the path you’re about to take—making it a perfect fit for graduation ceremonies.
Although it’s strongly associated with band performances, it might be interesting to present it as a choral piece, focusing on the message of gratitude and determination embedded in the lyrics.
hometownarashi
This song by Arashi, a group beloved nationwide, expresses a deep affection for one’s hometown.
It was created for a special segment of the 61st NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen in 2010 and was also selected as a set piece for the NHK National School Music Competition, giving it a grand atmosphere that perfectly suits large-ensemble choral performances.
The lyrics depict the lasting images of one’s hometown that remain in the heart and the cherishing of memories built there.
Singing this song with friends at a graduation ceremony would surely make those memories and bonds feel even stronger.
The Last ChimeWakamatsu Kan
Classrooms, the gym, the field, the route to school… Middle schoolers have memories in so many places, don’t they? This is a moving graduation song that makes you retrace those memories one by one as you sing.
Composed by Kan Wakamatsu, the song warms the heart with lyrics that are simple and unadorned.
Its message resonates with teachers and parents too, so if you’re looking for a piece to perform as a chorus, this might be just right.
Even the sound of the chime will probably feel different.
Let’s go together.GReeeeN
GReeeeN is very popular for choral pieces.
This is a song they created as a commercial track for AU’s “Santaro” series.
Its bright, upbeat feel is perfect for graduates who want to move on cheerfully without any gloom.
The opening section features an arrangement of Bach’s “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring,” and the main part pairs GReeeeN’s strongly message-driven Japanese lyrics with “Take Me Out to the Ball Game,” a tune long beloved by baseball fans across the United States.
[For Middle School Students] Recommended Classic Songs to Sing at Graduation (61–70)
Until the day we meet againyuzu
When it comes to graduation season, it’s also a season of farewells, isn’t it? “Mata Aeru Hi made” is a song that can lift your spirits on the day you say goodbye, making it perfect for greeting graduation day with a smile.
Released by Yuzu in 2002, it features vibrant twin vocals and a catchy melody that makes you want to sing along.
It’s easy to clap to at karaoke and easy to sing, so it’s great to try with friends! If you sing this song together in gratitude for the friends you’ve met, you’ll surely be able to spread your wings in a new place even after graduating.
BELIEVESugimoto Ryuichi
Written and composed by Ryuichi Sugimoto, this song was released in 1998 as the third ending theme for the NHK program “Ikimono Chikyū Kikō” (A Journey of Life on Earth).
It’s often sung at kindergarten and school graduation ceremonies, and its popularity grew further thanks to covers by Azumi Inoue and V6.
With its clear, accessible lyrics that encourage children as they move toward the future, it’s a truly wonderful piece.
To the futureKiroro
Mirai e (To the Future) is Kiroro’s second single, released in 1998, and one of their signature songs.
It’s often sung at junior high and high school choir competitions and is also very popular as a graduation song.
The gentle vocals over a calm piano accompaniment perfectly suit the moving atmosphere of graduation ceremonies.
Its message tenderly embraces the anxiety of leaving your current environment and stepping into a new world, giving you a reassuring push forward.
It’s also a great song for expressing gratitude to your mother.
