For Your Karaoke Picks! Recommended Graduation Songs Sung by Male Artists [2026]

About meMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – About Me

It’s a grand ode to life that portrays both its brilliance and its cruelty as they are, yet still sings of the preciousness of living.

Released in January 2019 as the eighth single by the rock band Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, it is also included on their fourth album, “Attitude.” The song was written as the support anthem for the 97th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament and also drew attention as a Calorie Mate commercial song.

Its powerful message, which affirms not only days that aren’t all good but even efforts that go unrewarded, is sure to resonate deeply with graduates taking their next step.

It’s perfect for times when you want to face yourself or celebrate each other’s hard-fought efforts with friends.

Belt out the chorus, and you’ll definitely feel energy welling up for tomorrow!

18imase

【imase】18（MV）

A song by imase that speaks in down-to-earth words to a generation taking its first steps into adulthood.

Written in April 2023 as the theme for Suntory’s web video “Otona Jan・Koko kara dane 04,” this track is a gentle cheer for those whose youth didn’t go as they’d hoped during the pandemic.

It’s also included on the May 2024 album Bonsai, and its comfortable beat and melody will blow away your anxieties.

With a brightness that makes you feel the real show of life starts now, it’s perfect for getting together and singing after graduation.

Let’s imagine a future full of hope and celebrate with smiles!

Bye-Good-ByeBE:FIRST

BE:FIRST / Bye-Good-Bye -Music Video-

BE:FIRST’s “Bye-Good-Bye” overflows with positive energy that turns the loneliness of parting into fuel for a new step forward.

Its lyrics reframe “goodbye” not as an ending, but as the starting line to a brilliant future—sure to give you courage! Released in May 2022 as their second single, the song also became beloved as the theme for NTV’s morning drama on ZIP!, “Before We Say Goodbye: Fantastic 31 Days.” By September 2022, it had surpassed 100 million total streams, cementing its overwhelming popularity.

Its bright, refreshing pop melody makes it perfect for singing with smiles at karaoke after a graduation ceremony!

We againSG

Us, Again – SG (Official Lyric Video)

Bokura Mata carries a message that even if we take different paths, our friendship remains unchanged.

It’s a song performed by YouTuber SG, who mainly posts cover videos and is known for his soothing, gentle voice.

He showcases that voice in this track as well, but sings with even more emotional nuance than in his other songs.

When you sing it at karaoke, focus on that aspect and pour your feelings into it.

By the way, the key is a bit on the high side, so feel free to adjust it to your preference.

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ChessboardOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Chessboard [Official Video]

This medium-tempo number likens the grand stage of life to a black-and-white game board, celebrating the beauty of moving forward step by step, even in uncertainty.

Created by the four-piece piano pop band Official HIGE DANDism, the song is included on their double A-side single released in September 2023.

It was written as the required piece for the Junior High School Division of the 90th NHK National School Music Competition and was also performed at the 74th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen that same year.

The lyrics, which evoke searching for one’s role on a game board, gently encourage graduates as they take flight into a new world.

The dramatic structure—characterized by choral harmonies and repeated key changes—stirs the heart.

At karaoke, we recommend joining voices with friends and singing it on a grand scale!

Bye, my friendbokula.

bokula. – By My Friend - [Official Music Video]

Formed in Hiroshima, bokula.

is a four-piece rock band that made their major debut in 2023, weaving the swaying emotions of youth into down-to-earth words.

“By My Friend” is included on their second mini-album, ‘Seikatsu ni, Yorisoi.’, released in May 2022.

As of December 2025, the music video has surpassed 2.6 million views on YouTube, earning fervent support especially among junior and senior high school students.

Its lyrics, which portray friendship, parting, and the preciousness of time that never returns, are sure to resonate deeply with those standing at the milestone of graduation.

It’s an emotional rock tune that fosters a powerful sense of unity—so much so that massive sing-alongs with the audience have become a live-show staple.

Link arms with your friends and belt it out at karaoke, and any sadness will blow away—guaranteeing an unforgettable memory!

spring skySuzuki Suzuki

【Graduation】Spring Sky – Suzuki Suzuki【Official Music Video】

A ballad that wraps the bittersweetness of graduation season and the hope of new beginnings in beautifully synchronized harmonies.

Sung by the brother duo Suzuki Suzuki, who rose to prominence through their activities on TikTok and YouTube, “Haruzora” is a single released in February 2022.

Depicting the wavering emotions of leaving one’s hometown to move to Tokyo, the song resonates perfectly with both the anxieties and expectations that come with a changing environment.

It’s also included on the album “313,” and the music video drew attention for featuring popular creators such as the Espoir Tribe.

A song that makes you want to look up at the spring sky and express your gratitude to friends you’ll be apart from.

It gently pushes those setting off for a new place, making it a great recommendation for farewells or as the closing song at karaoke!