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

When graduation season arrives, we tend to go to karaoke more often, don’t we? Singing with emotion as we trace our memories—there’s a unique charm to music that we can savor only at this time of year.

So in this article, we’ll introduce a curated list of recommended graduation songs that are perfect for belting out at karaoke! We’ve selected everything from timeless classics to the latest hits, so be sure to use it as a reference for your song choices! We hope this article gives you the chance to look back on your wonderful memories.

Playlist

A Collection of Moving Graduation Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke! [Farewells, Friendship, and Fight Songs]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	parabolaOfisharu Higedan Dism		A refreshing song that supports a new life
2	treasure holderAina ji Endo		An inspiring graduation song, a voice that resonates with the heart
3	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		An inspiring ballad of youth striving toward their dreams
4	Dropkick&TEAM		A high-energy rock song by the debut group &TEAM
5	cheerMarushii		A heartwarming song by Marcy that cheers on and validates the days we spend doing our best.
6	Spot the differenceSuda Masaki		A hopeful song that affirms life through encounters
7	BFFMrs. GREEN APPLE		A heartwarming song that portrays the distance and bonds between friends.
8	Always HIGH!DISH//		A cheering song by DISH// that captivates with instruments and dance
9	Teenage BlueEVE		A heartfelt rock tune that portrays the emotions of youth
10	A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru		A classic that gently sings of gratitude and farewell
11	horizonback number		Hope is found by knowing pain.
12	Friends for lifeAoyama Teruma		A youth song filled with gratitude for the 10th anniversary of our debut
13	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem that affirms the struggles of youth, a song about living life to the fullest
14	Sakura rollFunatsu Mahiro		Spring Song of Cherry Blossoms and a Smartphone Camera Roll
15	The happiest treasuresutopuri		A graduation song by the six-member group Sutopuri, who are active on YouTube
16	MY GRADUATIONChekkāzu		The Checkers’ classic song about memories of graduation
17	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		Song of friendship, even when apart our hearts remain connected
18	End and Beginningkariyushi 58		A Kariyushi58 song that sings about the importance of everyday life
19	Song of DepartureAAA		AAA’s moving ballad supports your life.
20	Best FriendKiroro		A heartwarming classic that portrays gratitude and bonds
21	Goodbye Busyuzu		Yuzu’s gemlike love song portraying a springtime farewell
22	Thank youSUPER BEAVER		A masterpiece by the emotionally stirring rock band SUPER BEAVER
23	Words of FarewellGReeeeN		A passionate anthem of support for comrades, infused with bonds and hope.
24	A bouquet for meAdo		Ado’s new song: an anthem of courage to forgive oneself and move forward
25	BOYKing Gnu		A famous song by King Gnu that delivers courage
26	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song about being yourself, gifted for graduation season
27	It’s okayji ma ma		A heartwarming classic by jimama from Okinawa
28	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		Mayo Okamoto’s classic that gives courage and hope
29	from hereSixTONES		A rousing cheer song, a powerful message to look ahead
30	Thank youikimonogakari		A song of departure filled with gratitude, toward a new step forward
31	I won’t let you say goodbye.B’z		A timeless song that leads you toward a positive mindset in graduation season
32	When I turn around…Janne Da Arc		A memorable graduation song, a heart-stirring tune
33	Just a little longer until graduationGLAY		A bittersweet farewell before graduation and a song of memories
34	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Motohiro Hata’s moving ballad gently portrays a farewell.
35	Sakura RoadKyūshūdan		An inspiring spring song by a reggae-style singer
36	Sparkle, sparkle!Kishidan		Cheer them on with Kishidan’s graduation song
37	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A classic youth punk anthem depicting friendship and bonds
38	Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		FUNKY MONKEY BΛBY’S graduation song
39	March 9Remioromen		An inspiring song that evokes a graduation scene
40	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		The moving classic song about graduation and parting, 'Michi' (The Road)
41	KanadeSukima Suichi		'Kanade' ranks No. 1 in the graduation song rankings.
42	To the futureKiroro		Perfect for graduation: memories of youth and songs of hope
43	cherry blossomKobukuro		Kobukuro’s classic “Sakura,” filled with feelings of graduation
44	The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46		Nogizaka46’s graduation song conveys the meaning of farewell and growth.
45	Full of memoriesH₂O		H2O’s classic song “Omoide ga Ippai” is loved across generations.
46	Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu		A graduation song that sings of friendship and hope
47	Song of DepartureMr.Children		A graduation song that looks ahead and sings of hope and bonds
48	We againSG		Celebrate friendship and new beginnings with SG's song
49	Tomoë GakuenFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s theme song for “Totto-chan!”, a graduation song
50	A graduation song, a song of friends.19		Coming-of-age songs by 19, a popular band from 1998 to 2002
51	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		A graduation song filled with hope and expectation
52	Graduation PhotoArai Yumi		Yuming’s signature song “Sotsugyō Shashin,” an anthem of youth
53	say goodbye & good dayKOKIA		A powerful farewell and an optimistic song
54	It’s goodbye, but it’s not goodbye.yamadakatsutenai Wink		A classic spring song, a moving tune that accompanies the graduation season
55	Cherry blossoms bloom in the sweet-and-sour spring.Berryz Kōbō × C-ute		A moving song that sings about graduation memories
56	footprint(s)Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster's moving graduation song
57	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		Bridge of Glory, a timeless song that links our memories
58	bookmarkkuriipuhaipe		The graduation song “Shiori” by Sekai-kan Ozaki resonates with the heart.
59	Sakura AleAdachi Kana		A graduation song by new singer Kana Adachi
60	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK’s moving graduation song
61	OrangeSPYAIR		SPYAIR’s graduation song that sings of parting and hope
62	Graduationgagaga supi		A classic youth punk anthem about graduation and heartbreak
63	spring skySuzuki Suzuki		A moving song that depicts memories of youth
64	Prologue.Yuika		The song 'Prologue' filled with the emotions of graduation
65	YELL ~Support~Kobukuro		An anthem of encouragement portraying the emotion and hope of graduation
66	Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro		Naotaro Moriyama's “Sakura” is a graduation song.
67	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		A classic song that sings of the joy and bittersweetness of graduation.
68	JourneyFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s songs depict the journey of youth.
69	oneselfTani Yuuki		A melodic, heartfelt graduation song
70	Remember mekururi		A moving classic that resonates with the heart, depicting graduation and farewells
71	On the Day of DepartureGasshou Kyoku		The graduation song “Tabidachi no Hi ni” is moving.
72	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		Paper airplanes, a graduation song that sings of life's hope
73	Kadode no Ippo (feat. CHICO CARLITO)ASOBOiSM		A step toward the dream: an anthem of anxiety and hope
74	Cherry blossom seasonEXILE ATSUSHI		EXILE ATSUSHI’s graduation song sings of youthful memories.
75	Kitearashi		A hopeful song celebrating graduation
76	Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri		Yuri’s graduation song “Sakurabare,” feelings toward setting out on a new journey
77	If I sing to the sky175R		An iconic song that captures youthful moments with friends
78	HarukaYOASOBI		Haruka’s song for a lover parting at graduation
79	graduation songwhiteeeen		Singing of graduation, filled with memories of youth
80	Song Yellyuzu		Graduation is a new step—move forward with hope in your heart.
81	Sakura RabbitKawasaki Takaya		A huge hit on TikTok, a graduation song that touches the heart
82	10-year cherry blossomsAKB48		A heartwarming anthem of encouragement that portrays graduation and parting
83	Goodbyekariyushi 58		Season of farewells, feelings for someone dear
84	classmateKALMA		An EP by a rock band from Hokkaido
85	determinationSUPER BEAVER		A heartwarming graduation-season cheer song with a positive message
86	Primal.THE YELLOW MONKEY		The band’s final song, determination and hope for the future
87	Bye, my friendbokura.		bokula, a graduation song that resonates with the heart
88	Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai		A moving song to give during graduation season
89	Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro		A heartwarming song filled with feelings for graduation
90	spring songamasaki annainin		A heartwarming song depicting farewells and growth in spring
91	HOTARU NO HIKARISNAIL RAMP		SNAIL RAMP version of Auld Lang Syne
92	cherry blossomFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A graduation song that conveys gratitude
93	commemorative photoFujifaburikku		A wistful love song that sees oneself in a stumbling boy and preserves memories through photographs.
94	Goodbye Memoriessupercell		A graduation song that poignantly sings of cherry blossoms and young love
95	1096Cody Rī (Ri)		Cody・Lee, a sentimental youth song
96	Photo of three peopleKiroro		A heartfelt graduation song woven by high school classmates
97	Petals, heralding the beginningsakura shimeji		An inspiring song that sings of Sakura Shimeji's youth
98	Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu		A gem of a song that portrays the bittersweetness of cherry blossoms and youth
99	GraduationKobukuro		A song that cherishes memories and celebrates graduation
100	Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46		Singing of the bittersweet feeling of graduation and of love in the season of cherry blossoms
101	On the Day of Departure		The moving choral song “On the Day of Departure” sung at graduation ceremonies
102	Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//		A song by Takumi Kitamura that expresses gratitude
103	Departure GraffitiFLOW		A graduation song that sings of courage and confidence for the future
104	Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster		An inspiring song that colors the memories of youth
105	Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism		A song of youthful farewell and new beginnings
106	CorrectRADWIMPS		A cheering song by RADWIMPS to give during graduation season
107	Us Again (Brass Band ver.)SG		A piece that expresses the radiance of youth through wind ensemble music
108	The season of farewellSHISHAMO		A moving song about farewell and lingering feelings at graduation
109	Live in the present.Saucy Dog		High school soccer cheer song, a memory of youth
110	Good Bye,Good LuckTOTALFAT		A masterpiece by TOTALFAT that portrays parting and new beginnings
111	migratory bird[Alexandros]		A refreshing song of encouragement to support a new beginning
112	Sakura, You, and Ituki.		A heartwarming song that sings of farewells and youth in the season of cherry blossoms.
113	If you laugh at the skywacci		A moving song of farewells and new encounters that resonates at the milestones of youth
114	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		Yama’s song is hope and courage for the future.
115	Futabaaimyon		A gentle, encouraging graduation song for the 18-year-old generation
116	spin; weave; compose (e.g., a story)tota		Tota-san’s signature song, a poignant ode to nature
117	Azure Swimnishina		A classic song that expresses youthful memories through goldfish
118	Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		A letter to my 15-year-old self: A step forward into the future
119	cherry blossomKetsumeishi		A song of bittersweet memories of sakura and love
120	Beloved daysyangusukinii		A moving song depicting the friendship and growth of high school students
121	I wish March would last forever.Sangatsu no Phantasia		A novel-originated project, Marchen Fantasia
122	Until graduationBoku ga mitakatta aozora		A bittersweet graduation song of youthful days under the blue sky, resonating in the heart.
123	Graduation Daynamu abedabutsu		A graduation song of youth, a moving work that stirs the heart.
124	Let the cherry blossoms bloomYoshida Yamada		Yoshida Yamada are performing the ending theme for Hinomaru Sumo.
125	Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako		J-POP masterpieces to support your new spring life
126	spring sunlightKanapu × Kujira		A heartwarming song that delicately sings about the emotions of graduation
127	Graduation -GRADUATION-Kikuchi Momoko		The bittersweetness of youth, a top-ranked masterpiece, a graduation song
128	Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru		A heartwarming song that gently portrays memories of youth
129	voiceikimonogakari		A positive song that cheers on student sports
130	GIVE ME FIVE!AKB48		AKB48’s new song: a refreshing track that cheers on graduations
131	TwinsCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A moving song that portrays the bond between twins
132	Words of FarewellFLOW		FLOW's version turns Kaientai's classic hit into a rock style
133	If I turn around…Janne Da Arc		Graduation songs celebrating youth top the popularity charts.
134	sealLiSA		A heartwarming song by LiSA that gives encouragement
135	Dear FriendsPERSONZ		A friendship song that cherishes the bonds with companions
136	Sky-blue DaysSHISHAMO		A youthful song that sings of the bittersweetness of graduation
137	my graduationSPEED		SPEED classic songs, generational resonance, cool melodies
138	Cherry Blossom Rainabuzōbu fiito. hatsune miku		Expressing youth through Hatsune Miku's 'Sakura no Ame'
139	Progresskōkua		Let's move forward; graduation is the nourishment for growth.
140	SAKURAikimonogakari		Relive your graduation memories with the sakura song 'SAKURA'.
141	Dream Deliverynaniwa danshi		Naniwa Danshi’s youth-themed message song
142	Stardust Train of TearsZa gojuukaitenzu		Goodbye, a song for a forward-looking departure
143	Farewell, YouthChatto Monchī		Memories of youth—youth filled with nostalgia and a bittersweet longing.
144	Song of the Lunchbox — A Letter to YouHanzaki Yoshiko		Gratitude for Bento and a Graduation Song, in the Style of Beethoven
145	GraduationOzaki Yutaka		Singing of Yutaka Ozaki’s rebellion and his feelings for his friends
146	A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe		A classic song that even the younger generation can sing appealingly.
147	Sakura, Bloom!arashi		Arashi’s “Sakura Sake” is a song that celebrates graduation.
148	sepiaTakahashi Yuu		A heartwarming song wishing for a reunion with a loved one
149	GraduationTakahashi Yuu		Takahashi Yu’s music that sings of the emotions of graduation
150	CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		A classic song with masculine lyrics that celebrates life’s milestones.
151	Be My Baby on the LipsAKB48		Takahashi Minami’s graduation single. A song that powerfully sings about a timid, unconfident love.
152	BYE-BYE-BYEGO-BANG’S		A moving song that sings of parting and graduation
153	GraduationZONE		A song of the loneliness of graduation and the courage to move forward
154	proofflumpool		A moving choral piece, a song dedicated to junior high school students
155	Graduation DaySasuke		A moving song that sings of youthful memories and farewells
156	SAKURA DropsUtada Hikaru		A bittersweet cherry blossom heartbreak song, memories of graduation
157	On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai		A moving song that captures memories of graduation
158	Sakura: To You Who Couldn’t GraduateHanzaki Yoshiko		A song for a comrade who couldn't graduate
159	Best FriendNishino Kana		A high-pitched song that expresses gratitude to a friend and resonates with young women.
160	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		Songs of gratitude for karaoke during graduation season
161	YELLikimonogakari		“YELL” is a set piece for the All-Japan School Music Competition.