AKB48 Graduation Songs, Entrance Ceremony Songs, and Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

I wanted to see you.AKB488rank/position

HD AKB48 Aitakatta

A massively popular song by AKB48, now a national idol group known by everyone.

As a signature track of AKB48, it’s hugely beloved.

It’s so cute it blows away the sadness of goodbyes—let’s all dance together and get hyped!

An Unexpected ConfessionAKB489rank/position

Unexpected Confession Music Video / AKB48 65th Single [Official]

A refreshing coming-of-age story that begins with a sudden confession.

Set for release in April 2025 as AKB48’s first single of their 20th anniversary year, the track is crafted by Yasushi Akimoto, Masahiro Mizoguchi, and Yuichi Nonaka.

With a lively, springlike melody, the lyrics depict the feelings of a shy protagonist in love who, though flustered by an unexpected turn of events, takes a brave step forward.

The choreography features the adorable “Vegetable Pulling Pose,” expressing the joy of being chosen and confessed to from among many—a music video that’s sure to make you smile just by watching the dance.

It’s a perfect song for anyone starting a new chapter this spring.

Feathers of the UniformAKB4810rank/position

[MV full] The Wings of the Uniform / AKB48 [Official]

You can almost picture that bittersweet scene of a secret crush: watching you run across the schoolyard from the classroom window.

This song, which sings of the hope and heartache of sprouting invisible wings on your uniformed back and taking flight toward the future, will make listeners’ hearts skip a beat.

Included on the single “Kibouteki Refrain Type D,” released in November 2014, this track is a special one for Team 8—their very first music video was made for it! When graduation approaches and you feel anxious about becoming an adult, doesn’t this song gently nudge you forward with a reassuring “It’s going to be okay”?

I only look forward.AKB4811rank/position

[MV full] We Only Look Forward / AKB48 [Official]

A graduation song by AKB48 released in 2014.

It was also the last track Yuko Oshima took part in before her graduation! The song features an upbeat, bright rock sound.

Its straightforward, forward-looking lyrics—written with a slightly mischievous tone—blow away the sadness of graduation and the anxiety of entering a new environment, giving you the courage to move ahead with strength.

It’s a highly recommended track where you can enjoy empowering lyrics wrapped in a very bright and catchy vibe.

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I can only face forwardAKB4812rank/position

AKB48 / We Only Look Forward

It was released as AKB48’s 35th major single.

It also drew attention as the last song before Yuko Oshima’s graduation.

Although it’s a graduation song, the lyrics are really cool and perfectly suited for a fresh start after entering school.

They encourage you to face forward and keep moving ahead.

Be My Baby on the LipsAKB4813rank/position

[MV] Be My Baby on My Lips Short ver. / AKB48 [Official]

A very fast-paced, powerful melody, and a bittersweet love song about someone who can’t quite find the courage to take a step forward.

Strictly speaking, it’s not a song about graduation, but since it was Minami Takahashi’s graduation single—she had supported AKB48 for many years—it can be considered a major milestone track.

Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB4814rank/position

I LOVE U @ Airi - Fortune Cookie in Love [Practice / Mirrored]

As soon as this song starts playing, even people who don’t know AKB48 will feel like getting up and dancing—such a catchy hit number, “Koisuru Fortune Cookie.” AKB48 is a female idol group that began at a theater in Akihabara, and today they’ve released numerous hits as a nationally beloved idol group.

Among their hit songs, “Koisuru Fortune Cookie” is their 32nd single, with Rino Sashihara as the center.

Its dance sound, reminiscent of classic disco soul, makes it perfect as dance music.

Learn the choreography and try dancing to it at events and parties!

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