Ranking of Popular Choral Songs [2026]
This time, we’re excited to present a comprehensive ranking of popular choral pieces! Choir singing isn’t just for school classes—you’ll also find opportunities as an adult, like at weddings, welcome parties, and farewell gatherings.
You might find this ranking helpful when choosing songs for those occasions.
Playlist
| Ranking of Popular Choral Songs [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | CorrectRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Singing of friendship and hope for the future on the eve of graduation |
| 2 | spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A graduation song capturing youthful emotions, close to the heart |
| 3 | About meMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Rock ballad surpasses 100 million plays |
| 4 | FateOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | “Hikakin Dism”’s “Shukumei” is suited for choral performance |
| 5 | Kitearashi |  play_arrow | A cheer for a colleague embarking on a new chapter |
| 6 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song that sings of youth's struggles and hopes |
| 7 | Time to Depart ~Asian Dream Song~sakushi: dorian suke kawa / sakkyoku: hisaishi jō |  play_arrow | A song of hope and courage, a melody that resonates in the heart |
| 8 | BelieveSugimoto Ryuichi |  play_arrow | A song of hope and courage, a graduation song loved by many |
| 9 | proofflumpool |  play_arrow | A song of parting with companions and a new departure |
| 10 | See?Sakushi: Itou Keiji/Sakki: Matsushita Kou |  play_arrow | A heartwarming choral piece for disaster reconstruction support |
| 11 | ChessboardOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A moving song whose lyrics about advancing while unsure resonate with the heart. |
| 12 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s famous song filled with the emotion of graduation |
| 13 | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that portrays gratitude and friendship toward someone special. |
| 14 | COSMOSMimas |  play_arrow | An inspiring graduation song in harmony with the universe |
| 15 | skySakushi: SKY-HI / Sakkyoku: UTA, LOAR, SKY-HI |  play_arrow | Junior high school music contest set piece, a song of young people’s hope |
| 16 | Unchanging ThingsYamazaki Tomoko |  play_arrow | A moving choral piece perfect for a farewell scene |
| 17 | I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu |  play_arrow | Spitz’s iconic song of youth and hope, “Hakusen Nagashi” |
| 18 | 14-fourteen-Sakushi Sakkyoku: Yugeda Kensuke |  play_arrow | A gentle, moving choral piece that portrays the anxieties and hopes of middle schoolers in adolescence. |
| 19 | YELLikimonogakari |  play_arrow | An anthem of support for dreams that stands by the hearts of young people |
| 20 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A classic song that portrays the bonds and warmth of friendship |
| 21 | ChessboardFujiwara Satoshi |  play_arrow | Music that portrays life choices and diversity |
| 22 | bondYamazaki Tomoko |  | Graduation song, a song of friendship and hope |
| 23 | ultramarineYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A YOASOBI masterpiece depicting the emotions of high school students |
| 24 | Precious thingsYamazaki Tomoko |  play_arrow | A heartwarming and moving choral classic for graduation ceremonies by Tomoko Yamazaki |
| 25 | Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | The Song of Life is a heartwarming graduation song. |
| 26 | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu |  play_arrow | A moving number that connects hearts even when apart |
| 27 | MiracleGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN’s classic hit “Kiseki,” a song of youth |
| 28 | horizonback number |  play_arrow | back number cheers on high school students |
| 29 | rainbowMoriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | A graduation chorus song that depicts parting and new encounters |
| 30 | We againSG |  play_arrow | A song of hope that overcomes parting and believes in reunion |
| 31 | The Bell of PeaceNakasato Yukihiro |  play_arrow | A song that wishes for peace and never forgets the tragedy of war |
| 32 | Mela!Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s hit song “Mela!” is perfect for choir performances. |
| 33 | Hymn to the EarthSatō Makoto |  play_arrow | A moving masterpiece that sings of gratitude to the earth and growth |
| 34 | Time of DepartureHisaishi Joe |  play_arrow | Joe Hisaishi’s graduation song, a song of hope and new beginnings |
| 35 | Precious thingssakushi sakkyoku: Yamazaki Tomoko |  play_arrow | A moving choral piece that conveys the importance of friendship |
| 36 | To tomorrowTomioka Hiroshi |  play_arrow | A choral song of youth that sings of hope |
| 37 | Peace on EarthSakushi: Tsurumi Masao / Sakkyoku: Ogikubo Kazuaki |  play_arrow | An inspiring choral piece filled with prayers for peace |
| 38 | Just the way you areMatsui Takao |  play_arrow | Takao Matsui’s famous song, beloved as a graduation song |
| 39 | road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE |  play_arrow | A song of gratitude and farewell to dear companions |
| 40 | BelieveLyrics and Composition: Sugimoto Ryūichi |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings of friendship and hope |
| 41 | ultramarineSakushi: Minamisōma Shiritsu Ogataka Chūgakkō Heisei Nijūyon Nendo Sotsugyōsei / Oda Miki / Sakkyoku: Nobunaga Takutomi |  play_arrow | A moving choral piece that portrays the bonds forged after the earthquake disaster |
| 42 | sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | Sazanka: A graduation song to encourage your friends and yourself |
| 43 | Thank youikimonogakari |  play_arrow | The moving song “YELL” by Ikimono-gakari |
| 44 | the world of dreamsHashimoto Yoshiji |  play_arrow | Singing of the beauty of music and hope for life |
| 45 | hometownarashi |  | Arashi’s ballad singing gratitude to their hometown |
| 46 | The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of positivity and smiles |
| 47 | Believesakushi:tanikawa shuntarō/sakkyoku:matsushita kō |  play_arrow | “Believing” is a choral piece assigned to junior high school students. |
| 48 | COSMOS |  play_arrow | The classic song that inspires emotion at graduation ceremonies, 'COSMOS' |
| 49 | ultramarineOda Miki |  play_arrow | After the earthquake disaster, a song of hope echoes in Minamisoma |
| 50 | Country RoadHon’na Yoko |  | The Appeal of Studio Ghibli’s Graduation Songs |
| 51 | 365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48 |  play_arrow | Expressing a life-encouragement song through paper airplanes |
| 52 | Eyes of the heartSakamoto Kyu |  play_arrow | Kyu Sakamoto’s love song, a moving work that resonates with the heart |
| 53 | On the Day of Departure |  play_arrow | The moving graduation song “On the Day of Departure” |
| 54 | Letter ~To You, Fifteen~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | A letter to a 15-year-old, a song that resonates in the graduation season |
| 55 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A song that portrays farewell and bonds with a precious person |
| 56 | Ballad of the MonstersTōkairin Osamu |  play_arrow | An old song presented on an NHK music program in 1972 |
| 57 | Flowers will bloom.hana wa saku purojekuto |  play_arrow | Charity Song for the Great East Japan Earthquake Reconstruction |
| 58 | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu |  play_arrow | A graduation song that feels the bond with friends and overcomes the farewell. |
| 59 | On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Kawashima’s moving graduation song, coloring cherished memories |
| 60 | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | An epic tale of bonds with companions and adventure |
| 61 | Please give me wingsMurai Kunihiko |  play_arrow | Give me wings, a wish for freedom, a back that walks through life |
| 62 | Cherry Blossom Rainhalyosy |  play_arrow | Vocaloid song “Sakura no Ame” sung at graduation ceremonies |
| 63 | Smile AgainMari Nakayama |  play_arrow | A song of courage to overcome life's hardships |
| 64 | To You — A Message for Your DepartureSakushi Sakkyoku: Tsutsui Masako |  play_arrow | A heartwarming choral message for graduates |
| 65 | pupilŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | Sakurako Ohara’s youth song “Hitomi” |
| 66 | Let’s hold handsMakihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | A song that conveys the importance of holding hands |
| 67 | If I put it into wordsGosuperāzu |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that sings of a bright future |
| 68 | HikariSakushi: Seto Saori / Sakkyoku: Matsushita Kou |  play_arrow | A composition that expresses the creation of light through poetry and melody |
| 69 | WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro |  play_arrow | An uplifting choral piece by Ayaka and Kobukuro |
| 70 | JourneyFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s graduation song, lyrics that resonate with the heart |
| 71 | HEART BEATYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A moving song that portrays the growth and hopes of an 18-year-old |
| 72 | Cherry Blossom RainHatsune Miku |  play_arrow | A graduation song for the season when cherry blossoms dance |
| 73 | AldebaranAI |  play_arrow | A grand composition that symbolizes cosmic hope |
| 74 | presentSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI’s coming-of-age theme song |
| 75 | riversakushi: hirai tamiko / sakkyoku: ishigeta fuyuki |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of life like a flowing river |
| 76 | Time Travelersakushi: Fukada Junko, sakkyoku: Hashimoto Shōji |  play_arrow | Toki no Tabibito is a staple song for chorus competitions. |
| 77 | Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings about memories from student days |
| 78 | far; distant; by farGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN's moving ballad song |
| 79 | Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A moving song that supports people pursuing their dreams |
| 80 | skySKY-HI |  play_arrow | A choral piece that envelops the anxieties of adolescence |
| 81 | Eyes of the heartMiki Takashi |  play_arrow | Kyu Sakamoto’s final work, a song of deep love and bonds |
| 82 | What connects to tomorrowTsugano Tomoko |  play_arrow | A song that conveys the fresh, moving emotions of graduation |
| 83 | The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP |  play_arrow | A one-of-a-kind flower that each person makes bloom in the world |
| 84 | Please give me wingsakai tori |  play_arrow | The song Red Balloon is popular as a choral piece. |
| 85 | Everyone is a heroAI |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that brings courage and hope to children |
| 86 | threadNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | A famous song that likens the encounters of life to threads |
| 87 | The Sea I Saw With YouWakamatsu Kan |  play_arrow | A heartwarming choral piece that sings of summer seaside memories |
| 88 | To the futureKiroro |  play_arrow | A song of gratitude and hope for my mother, a timeless piece that resonates in the heart |
| 89 | GiftsSuperfly |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that makes you realize your potential |
| 90 | Hymn to the EarthSakushi: Oki Atsuo / Sakkyoku: Sato Makoto |  play_arrow | A choral work singing gratitude to nature |
| 91 | At any timeYugeda Kensuke |  play_arrow | Expressing ten years of gratitude on a gentle melody |
| 92 | To You — A Message for Your DepartureMasako Doi |  play_arrow | Moving choral piece by Masako Tsutsui |
| 93 | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo |  | Hanamizuki by Yo Hitoto |
| 94 | The Door to TomorrowI WiSH |  play_arrow | I WiSH’s “Ashita e no Tobira” is a song about thinking of the precious people close to you. |
| 95 | BeginningSakushi: Kudō Naoko / Sakkyoku: Kinoshita Makiko |  play_arrow | A musical depiction that feels the breath of the Earth |
| 96 | determinationSakushi: Kataoka Akira / Sakkyoku: Suzuki Norio |  play_arrow | A choral piece of messages to the future by Ryotaro Shiba |
| 97 | It’s fun.sakushi: yamauchi kazuko / sakkyoku: terashima naohiko |  play_arrow | Let's feel the joy of singing together |
| 98 | rainbowNaotaro Moriyama · Kaito Okachimachi |  play_arrow | A duo exchange that puts you in a positive mood |
| 99 | Futabaaimyon |  play_arrow | A song of growth and hope for the future, for the start of a new journey |
| 100 | TOMORROWMayo Okamoto |  play_arrow | Classic graduation songs with heartfelt lyrics and beautiful melodies |