A Collection of Moving Graduation Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke! [Farewells, Friendship, and Fight Songs]

treasure holderAina ji Endo

Aina the End – Takaramono [Official Music Video] (Theme song for TBS Sunday Theater 'Goodbye Maestro: My Father and My Appassionato')

It’s a mid-tempo ballad written as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “Sayonara Maestro: My Father and My Appassionato,” released digitally in February 2024.

It’s crafted with a warm atmosphere tinged with a poignant ache that tightens the chest.

Aina the End’s husky vocals sink deeply into listeners’ hearts.

During graduation season, why not sing it earnestly at karaoke while thinking of the teachers and friends who have supported you?

Spot the differenceSuda Masaki

Masaki Suda 'Machigai Sagashi' (Spot the Difference)

Even if your life feels full of mistakes, the hopeful message that a single encounter can validate everything stirs the listener’s heart.

Masaki Suda is an artist who stands out not only as an actor but also in the music scene.

Released in May 2019, this song was written, composed, and produced by his close friend Kenshi Yonezu, and was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Perfect World.” Free from the constraints of right and wrong, its unwavering resolve to simply think of someone dear blows away the anxieties of those about to walk separate paths.

It’s an emotional number you’ll want to sing as a fight song for yourself, too.

BFFMrs. GREEN APPLE

BFF

The loneliness of being separated from a dear friend, and the wish to stay connected no matter what.

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s “BFF” gently embraces those complex feelings.

Released toward the end of their July 2023 album “ANTENNA,” this track bears a title that means “best friend,” yet it goes beyond a simple friendship song, becoming a profound ballad that tenderly accepts distance and the passage of time.

When you want to reaffirm the bonds you share with your companions, give it a listen.

About meMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – About Me

When it comes to an anthem that captures the brilliance and struggles of youth without leaving anything out, look no further than this rock ballad from Mrs.

GREEN APPLE.

Its powerful message, which seems to affirm all of our daily conflicts, shakes listeners to their core.

Released in January 2019 as their eighth single, the song was chosen as the support anthem for the 97th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.

As vocalist Motoki Omori describes it as a “hymn to life,” its lyrics remind us that even the days when nothing goes right are a precious part of our journey—making it a perfect fit for the season of graduation and new beginnings.

horizonback number

back number – Horizon

Even when faced with an unreasonable reality that threatens to shatter your hopes, there is a light you can only encounter by knowing that pain—a message that resonates deeply with graduates embarking on a new journey.

Released as a surprise on YouTube in August 2020 and later included on the album “Humor,” this song was created for high school students whose Inter-High Championships were canceled due to the pandemic.

The words crafted by Iyori Shimizu, who himself once aimed for the Inter-High, give courage to overcome frustration.

It’s a warm, moving piece you’ll want to sing shoulder to shoulder with the teammates who gave their all in club activities.

Sakura rollFunatsu Mahiro

Masato Funatsu “Sakura Roll” Official Lyric Video

Released in March 2021, this piece is a memorable number whose title evokes cherry blossoms—the symbol of meetings and farewells—and a smartphone camera roll.

Its worldview, which captures the preciousness of everyday life, resonates deeply with listeners.

The fresh, acoustic guitar–centered sound is further colored by chorus vocals from the singer Ren, creating a breezy comfort like a spring wind.

In this season when anxiety and anticipation about changing environments intertwine, why not use this song to reaffirm your bonds with your cherished friends?

Friends for lifeAoyama Teruma

Thelma Aoyama – Lifelong Comrades (from the album “10TH DIARY”) [MV]

This piece is included on the album “10TH DIARY,” released in September 2017 to mark the 10th anniversary of her debut.

It’s a song in which Thelma Aoyama expresses her gratitude to her friends.

The unadorned lyrics offer a reassuring sense that even if we go down different paths, our hearts remain connected.

It’s the perfect anthem of support—one you’ll want to sing with smiles, arms around your closest friends at karaoke after the graduation ceremony.