Farewell Songs: Karaoke tunes to sing at a farewell party. Goodbye songs.

Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI “Highest Altitude” ONE PIECE Lyric MV

A song by SEKAI NO OWARI that powerfully pushes the backs of those about to dive into an unknown world.

Its message—that by not looking away from your own weaknesses but accepting them and even turning them into allies, you can soar higher than anyone—turns the anxieties of a new beginning into solid hope.

Released as a digital single in September 2023, the track was written as the theme song for the beloved anime One Piece.

It was later included on the album Nautilus, released in March 2024.

It’s the perfect number for a farewell party when you want to passionately cheer on someone single-mindedly charging toward lofty goals—like a colleague leaving to chase a dream or a student retiring from a club to step onto the next stage.

Full-Power BoySukima Suichi

Sukima Switch – “Zenryoku Shonen” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / Zenryoku Shonen Music Video

With its buoyant piano intro and exhilarating, fast-paced sound, this signature Skima Switch number has continued to spur many people onward.

Released in April 2005 as their fifth single, it’s also included on their second album, “Kūsō Clip.” Long beloved, it was featured as an insert song in the film “Rough” and, in 2020, chosen as the Japanese end theme for the Disney/Pixar film “Onward.” Its message of breaking through the status quo and opening up a new world makes it perfect as a cheer for those heading into a new stage—like a transfer or a job change.

If you play it to wrap up a farewell party with smiles, or to send off friends with energy, it’s sure to fill the entire venue with a positive vibe.

Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu “Youth and a Moment” MV

Macaroni Enpitsu is a rock band admired for their conservatory-trained members’ high-level musicianship and emotionally charged songs.

Released digitally in March 2019 and included on the mini-album “season,” this track is a rock number written specifically for a McDonald’s Japan commercial.

Riding on a brisk, fast-paced band sound, the lyrics sing of the fragility of youth and its fleeting brilliance.

It reminds us that the moments we once found dull can later become irreplaceable treasures.

The powerful message—that the future is unpredictable yet something we create ourselves—makes it a perfect fit for a farewell party sending off friends onto new paths.

Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro

Naotaro Moriyama – Sakura (Solo)

As a song that colors the farewells of spring, many people likely think of this signature track by Naotaro Moriyama.

It originally appeared in 2002 as a band piece on the mini-album “Kawaita Uta wa Sakana no Esa ni Chodo Ii,” but it was transformed into a solo vocal style with piano accompaniment and released as a single in March 2003.

Widely loved as the ending theme of “Sekai Ururun Taizaiki,” it became a long-running hit, reaching number one on the charts in its ninth week after release.

Inspired by a friend’s departure, the song is more than just a farewell—it carries a promise of reunion someday.

Play it at a workplace send-off or when seeing off dear friends, and it’s sure to inspire warm emotion and heartfelt gratitude.

Song of DepartureMr.Children

Mr.Children “Tabidachi no Uta” MUSIC VIDEO

This moving song by Mr.Children, “Tabidachi no Uta,” straightforwardly sings about setting off on a journey.

It’s a track that overflows with Kazutoshi Sakurai’s talent.

When you’re so anxious about departing that you can hardly stand it, Mr.Children encourages you, saying, “It’s going to be okay.” If you have a friend who feels a bit gloomy about stepping into a new world, try gifting them this song—it’ll surely give them courage.

The chorus is high, so don’t forget to adjust the key!

far; distant; by farGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Haruka

The vocal group GReeeeN wrote Haruka as the theme song for the film ROOKIES: Graduation.

Its lyrics express gratitude to the family and friends who have supported them so far, and a vow to succeed in a faraway town.

If you want to cheer on someone important to you, give this song a try.

It sits in a low register overall, so it’s recommended even for those who aren’t confident with high notes.

Also, a tip: keep the first half restrained so the excitement can build up to the final chorus.

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Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS “Thank You”

How about expressing your gratitude through a song to those who have helped you so far? In that case, I recommend “Arigatou” by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS.

The song conveys thanks to someone who supported you during tough times and says that those feelings will never change.

There’s a rap section in the middle, so if you’re not used to flowing, try focusing your practice there.

By the way, in the music video, Sanma Akashiya shares a heartfelt message.

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