[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!

Playlist

[For Middle Schoolers] Recommended Classic Songs to Sing at Graduation Ceremonies
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song that sings of youth's struggles and hopes
2	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		A graduation song that sings of youthful memories
3	Kitearashi		A song of courage and hope to face forward
4	Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu		A moving classic that sings of parting with a friend
5	OrangeSPYAIR		Singing of the loneliness of parting and the hope of reunion.
6	IchibanboshiSnow Man		Cheering song, a melody that stays close to the heart
7	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		A heartfelt song that celebrates the joy and growth of life
8	Sakura, You, and Ituki.		A moving song by tuki. that resonates with the heart before graduation
9	Bye-Good-ByeBE:FIRST		An inspiring masterpiece that sees “goodbye” in a positive light
10	Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//		An inspiring DISH// anthem that supports and resonates with exam-takers
11	evening primroseNovelbright		A love ballad that portrays youthful farewells and memories
12	1000 daysnozomi		Noashi’s youthful power song resounds with fiery passion.
13	sunflowerAdo		A heartwarming song that delivers a positive feeling
14	spring sunlightKanapu × Kujira		Kaf and Kujira’s graduation song depicting a springtime farewell
15	If I had been living aloneSUPER BEAVER		Gratitude to my companions and the courage to take a new step
16	Heralding springyama		A coming-of-age song depicting loneliness and inner conflict: yama’s first original track
17	We againSG		A heartwarming song that gently embraces the memories of graduation
18	Sakura RabbitKawasaki Takaya		A song about the bittersweetness of an unrequited love that couldn’t be confessed before graduation
19	To You — A Message for Your Departure		A cheering song for graduates that conveys hope and inspiration
20	Beyond the tearsNakamura Hachidai		A hopeful and uplifting song for the future
21	Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		A heart-resonating song that conveys the worries of a 15-year-old to the future
22	CorrectRADWIMPS		An inspiring coming-of-age song that resonates with young people
23	MiracleGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s graduation song, a classic that symbolizes youth.
24	On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai		A classic graduation song, Ai Kawashima's heartwarming track.
25	YELLikimonogakari		Goodbyes are a song cheering on dreams
26	Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri		A moving song depicting graduation during the COVID-19 pandemic
27	ultramarineSakushi: Fukushima-ken Minamisoma Shiritsu Odaka Chūgakkō Heisei 24-nendo Sotsugyōsei / Sakkyoku: Oda Miki		The graduation song “Gunjō” is a moving anthem of encouragement.
28	HarukaYOASOBI		The Perfect, Moving YOASOBI Song for Graduation: “Haruka”
29	cherry blossomKobukuro		Kobukuro’s iconic breakup-and-love song “Sakura”
30	Thank youikimonogakari		The moving song “YELL” by Ikimono-gakari
31	On the Day of Departure		A classic song for graduation ceremonies, a masterpiece that sings of hope
32	Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		FUNKY MONKEY BABYS with Sanma Akashiya as the teacher
33	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		A heartwarming classic that sings of graduation memories
34	GarnetOku Hanako		A timeless, heart-stirring classic that sings of youthful memories
35	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		A moving song that sings of feelings for someone precious
36	March 9Remioromen		“March 9,” a song of gratitude and growth
37	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		The moving song that echoes at the graduation ceremony, Bridge of Glory
38	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		A moving song sung with memories of friends in the heart
39	Unchanging Thingssakushi: yamazaki tomoko / sakkyoku: yamazaki tomoko		The bonds nurtured at school will never fade.
40	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		A ballad that depicts love and gratitude at the start of a journey
41	Unchanging ThingsSakkyoku: Yamazaki Tomoko		Tomoko Yamazaki’s moving choral piece that sings of parting and bonds
42	Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya		A moving song befitting a graduation ceremony
43	cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro		Naotaro Moriyama’s famous song that depicts parting and reunion with the cherry blossoms.
44	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Yo Hitoto’s masterpiece: a prayer for peace and a song of love.
45	Eyes of the heartSakamoto Kyu		Kyu Sakamoto’s posthumous work, a song performed by Teresa Teng
46	Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro		A moving song that portrays the cherry blossom season
47	ChessboardOfisharu Higedan Dism		A moving song about the journey of life
48	GraduationKobukuro		Kobukuro’s classic that captures memories of graduation
49	BelieveMay J.		A song of hope and bonds, perfect for graduation ceremonies
50	KanadeSukima Suichi		A song that portrays farewell and bonds with a precious person
51	Hymn to the EarthSakushi: Oki Atsuo / Sakkyoku: Sato Makoto		A choral piece expressing gratitude to the earth, suitable for a graduation ceremony.
52	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		AKB48’s “Heavy Rotation,” perfect for graduation ceremonies
53	proofflumpool		A flumpool set piece: a coming-of-age song sung by junior high school students
54	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		A heartwarming youth song that cheers on graduation
55	Precious thingsSakushi Sakkyoku Yamazaki Tomoko		Choral pieces that resonate in the heart by Tomoko Yamazaki
56	To tomorrowTomioka Hiroshi		A song of hope for the future and the challenges of youth
57	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		An inspiring song that portrays the challenges and growth of youth
58	To the futureKiroro		The moving classic song “To the Future,” sung at graduation ceremonies
59	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A signature song from a TV show-born band, a song of gratitude and determination
60	Let’s go together.GReeeeN		GReeeeN’s graduation song is upbeat and moving.
61	Please give me wingsSakkyoku: Murai Kunihiko		The graduation song “Tsubasa wo Kudasai” gives my heart a push forward.
62	BELIEVESugimoto Ryuichi		A moving, encouraging song sung at a kindergarten graduation ceremony
63	GraduationOzaki Yutaka		A classic that sings of youthful turmoil and the courage to move forward: “Graduation”
64	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.hONE OK ROCK		If you want a cool graduation song, go with OOR.
65	storyAI		An inspiring AI ballad with a strong, message-driven theme.
66	hometownarashi		A moving song that sings of love for Arashi’s hometown
67	The Last ChimeWakamatsu Kan		A moving song that sings about memorable middle school days
68	The Door to TomorrowI WiSH		A New Departure: A Song of Hope and Memories
69	Somewhere on this EarthSakushi Miura Keiko • Sakkyoku Wakamatsu Kan		Memories of graduation, our hearts are always connected
70	Born on this planetSugimoto Ryuichi		Expressing hopes for graduation and the bonds of friendship through song
71	Hymn to the EarthSakkyoku: Satō Makoto / Sakushi: Ōki Atsuo		'The Song of the Earth' is well known as a standard song for graduation ceremonies.
72	Until the day we meet againyuzu		“Until We Meet Again” is the graduation song.
73	Let’s soar into tomorrowLyricist: Takao Matsui ・ Composer: Takao Matsui		Graduation song “Let’s Soar Toward Tomorrow”: A Message of Hope
74	tomorrowSakkyoku: Sugimoto Ryūichi		A Song of Graduation Memories and Hopes for the Future
75	FlowerORANGE RANGE		A moving song that brings back memories with friends
76	I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko		Sonoko Inoue’s graduation song expresses pure emotions.
77	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		A song that resonates with the heart and cheers on your true self
78	bondYamazaki Tomoko		A choral piece that sings of friendship, bonds, and the importance of memories.
79	threadNakajima Miyuki		Meeting companions is proof of precious memories.
80	Best FriendKiroro		An Okinawan graduation song filled with gratitude
81	Yui (written with the character for “knot” or “tie”)miwa		An iconic song that supports junior high school students as they set off on their journey
82	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		A cheer song portraying the dreams and friendships of youth
83	Spring at the School ~LAST RUNNERS~Tabuchi Tomoya		An inspiring song that sings of graduation memories and hopes for the future
84	Cherry Blossom Rainabuzōbu fiito. hatsune miku		Hatsune Miku’s heartwarming graduation song
85	Goodbye, my friend.Sakata Hiroo, Kurosawa Yoshinori		An inspiring graduation song that sings of friendship and farewell
86	Light of Fireflies		A moving song based on a Scottish folk melody
87	Just the way you areSakkyoku: Matsui Takao		The alto part is difficult, but the two-part melody is a choral piece that is beautiful and easy to sing.
88	Tomoë GakuenFukuyama Masaharu		Singing of memories of our school and the feelings of graduation
89	Lingering Snowiruka		The famous song “Nagori Yuki” by Iruka is a cover.
90	Words of FarewellKaientai		'Okuru Kotoba' is a representative graduation song.
91	We Look Up to You with Respect		The graduation song “Aogeba Tōtoshi” resonates in the heart.
92	Sakuraayaka		A poignant Ayaka song that looks back on her school days
93	Graduation PhotoArai Yumi		Yuming’s classic song “Graduation Photograph” is unforgettable.
94	Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster		On graduation day, take commemorative photos with friends with a smile.
95	COSMOS		Conveying the moving feelings of hope and farewell in a graduation song
96	Smile ~You Are Not Alone~shiori		A song that gently supports the anxieties of graduation
97	Cherry blossom seasonATSUSHI		A song of graduation and departure in the season when cherry blossoms dance
98	GIVE ME FIVE!AKB48		A graduation ceremony support song for the idol group AKB48
99	Don’t bloom.WHITE JAM		An inspiring graduation song by WHITE JAM
100	Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro		A song that makes you feel hope and courage at the moment of departure
101	Best FriendNishino Kana		A moving song that celebrates irreplaceable friendship
102	Let’s search for TomorrowLyrics by Hori Tōru · Music by Ōsawa Tetsunori		An inspiring middle school choir song stepping into the future
103	Song of FledgingSakushi Murano Shirō, Sakkyoku Iwakawa Saburō		A classic song that sings of the emotion and hope of graduation
104	south wind		“Minamikaze” is a song that touches the heart at junior high school graduation ceremonies.
105	Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai		A heartfelt song depicting the season of graduation
106	At any timeYugeda Kensuke		A gentle song that expresses gratitude at the milestone of turning ten
107	People and PeopleYugeda Kensuke		Warm music that sings about the importance of encounters
108	Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46		Bittersweet youth of cherry blossoms and graduation, the singing voices of Hinatazaka46
109	everythingAizawa Naoto		A song of the heart that cherishes everyday emotions
110	Everyone, everyone is shining.Yugeda Kensuke		A message of encouragement to children singing of spring's hope
111	The day called tomorrowYagisawa Kyoji		A song of hope and courage to cheer on exam-takers
112	In springKinoshita Makiko		A choral piece that portrays the emotions of spring and resonates with junior high school students
113	Shining in my heartHashimoto Yoshiji		A heartwarming song about friendships from school days
114	GraduationZONE		Bundle’s ZONE, a graduation song that depicts youth