Popular Graduation Song Rankings [2026]
We’re introducing the monthly Top 100 graduation song rankings all at once, ordered by most views!
Graduation season is a time for celebration, but it can also be bittersweet with farewells to friends, coworkers, and supervisors.
Graduation songs include many timeless classics that speak straight to the heart—songs that cherish parting and songs that convey gratitude.
If you’re planning to sing a song as a send-off at a farewell party, be sure to use this as a reference.
The playlist is updated weekly!
Playlist
| Popular Graduation Song Rankings [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu |  play_arrow | A gentle support song that expresses the bonds forged after the earthquake disaster |
| 2 | CorrectRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The moving song from NHK’s “18 Festival,” a song that celebrates life’s challenges |
| 3 | We againSG |  play_arrow | SG’s graduation song is a song of hope and friendship. |
| 4 | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | A moving classic that portrays graduation and farewell |
| 5 | spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A graduation song that sings about feelings for cherished friends |
| 6 | Gift SongCHiCO with HoneyWorks |  play_arrow | A 'song of gratitude' for the teacher warms the heart. |
| 7 | YELLikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A hopeful song about embracing a breakup and stepping forward into the future |
| 8 | HarukaYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI’s masterpiece that turns novels into music |
| 9 | Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | A final single that portrays gratitude and farewell |
| 10 | far; distant; by farGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A heart-touching classic that sings of setting off toward dreams and of gratitude |
| 11 | CHARMWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA's protective charm song |
| 12 | On the Day of DepartureKawashima Ai |  play_arrow | The sweet ... of Ai Kawashima, known for her translucent singing voice |
| 13 | The happiest treasuresutopuri |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that colors the graduation season |
| 14 | C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Bonds and resolve with companions heading toward our dreams |
| 15 | About meMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song that depicts the beauty and cruelty of life |
| 16 | Thank youikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A song of departure filled with gratitude, toward a new step forward |
| 17 | proofflumpool |  play_arrow | A classic song for graduation season: the lyrics of flumpool |
| 18 | I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu |  play_arrow | Timeless songs that color our youthful memories, lyrics that resonate with the heart |
| 19 | bookmarkkuriipuhaipe |  play_arrow | A song of farewell and hope, coloring graduation |
| 20 | Kitearashi |  play_arrow | A cheer for a colleague embarking on a new chapter |
| 21 | road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE |  play_arrow | A moving EXILE classic that depicts precious everyday life |
| 22 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Motohiro Hata’s moving ballad gently portrays a farewell. |
| 23 | Daphne (winter daphne)DISH// |  play_arrow | A moving support song that accompanies graduation |
| 24 | Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A melody that gently embraces the bittersweetness of parting and the hope that follows |
| 25 | cherry blossomKobukuro |  play_arrow | A timeless song that accompanies the season of farewells, filled with spring memories |
| 26 | Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A poignant song depicting the bonds with a friend and a farewell |
| 27 | On the Day of Departure |  play_arrow | The moving graduation song “On the Day of Departure” |
| 28 | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | A passionate song that looks forward and gives the courage to live |
| 29 | Song of DepartureMr.Children |  play_arrow | A graduation song by Mr.Children—a track that resonates with the heart |
| 30 | The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | A graduation song filled with gratitude for farewells and new encounters |
| 31 | Letter ~To You, Fifteen~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | A song that helps you face yourself and gives you courage for the future |
| 32 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song about being yourself, gifted for graduation season |
| 33 | Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A graduation song from Dai Hirai that resonates with the heart |
| 34 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | An inspiring cheer song where effort leads to the future |
| 35 | Cherry Blossom Rainhalyosy |  play_arrow | Hatsune Miku’s “Sakura no Ame” is a moving song that colors youth. |
| 36 | A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly |  play_arrow | Graduation song: a moving song of gratitude and farewell |
| 37 | OrangeSPYAIR |  play_arrow | A youthful song that powerfully sings about SPYAIR’s reunion |
| 38 | To the futureKiroro |  play_arrow | Graduation song, an anthem cheering for farewells and new departures |
| 39 | Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Graduation songs color the brilliance of youth. |
| 40 | 365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48 |  play_arrow | A heartwarming AKB48 cheer song that delivers a positive, forward-looking feeling. |
| 41 | My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of friendship |
| 42 | Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | A song about thinking of one’s hometown and friends, and chasing one’s dreams |
| 43 | I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko |  play_arrow | A youthful song that feels the arrival of spring |
| 44 | Us Again (Brass Band ver.)SG |  play_arrow | A cheering song that overcomes parting and hopes for a reunion |
| 45 | Goodbye, Our KindergartenSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Shimazutsu Hideo |  play_arrow | A moving song about memories from kindergarten |
| 46 | Friend ~Time of Departure~yuzu |  play_arrow | A classic graduation song that conveys moving emotion and hope |
| 47 | Best FriendKiroro |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic filled with feelings for a best friend, “Best Friend.” |
| 48 | Until we meet againyuzu |  play_arrow | Farewells are promises of reunion—a moving graduation song. |
| 49 | On the Day of DepartureSakushi: Kojima Noboru / Sakkyoku: Sakamoto Hiromi |  play_arrow | An emotional classic song for kindergarten graduation ceremonies |
| 50 | Bye, my friendbokula. |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song by the Hiroshima band bokula. |
| 51 | Thank you · GoodbyeSakushi: Ide Takao / Sakkyoku: Fukuda Wakako |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic imbued with the sentiments of graduation |
| 52 | MiracleGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A moving song that expresses gratitude and bonds |
| 53 | Thank youSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by the emotionally stirring rock band SUPER BEAVER |
| 54 | GraduationKobukuro |  play_arrow | Memories from my school days and hopes for the future |
| 55 | Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri |  play_arrow | Yuuri's moving graduation song, cheering on the start of a new chapter in life |
| 56 | JourneyFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s moving theme song, heartwarming |
| 57 | A place where smiles awaitOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A Graduation Supported by Memories and Encouragement |
| 58 | budKobukuro |  play_arrow | Kobukuro’s moving song of love to a mother |
| 59 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by Sukima Switch that gives you a push on the back |
| 60 | horizonback number |  play_arrow | Even if dreams break, the light can still be seen. |
| 61 | StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Support new challenges with a cheer song |
| 62 | A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Bouquet, Hikaru Utada’s masterpiece of farewell and gratitude |
| 63 | Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | Noratao Moriyama’s masterpiece that resonates with spring farewells |
| 64 | Sakura (2019)Moriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | A moving Reiwa-era graduation song by Naotaro Moriyama |
| 65 | Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | The Song of Life is a heartwarming graduation song. |
| 66 | Words of FarewellKaientai |  play_arrow | The deep meaning of the graduation song “Okuru Kotoba” |
| 67 | Until we meet againHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A moving song of farewell and hope with warm vocals |
| 68 | Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | A letter from a 15-year-old to their future self, a moving song |
| 69 | BelieveSugimoto Ryuichi |  play_arrow | The Timeless Appeal and Emotion of Graduation Songs |
| 70 | When saying goodbyeSakaguchi Ami |  play_arrow | A moving farewell song that resonates at a farewell party |
| 71 | CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi |  play_arrow | A classic filled with heartfelt passion for a dear friend |
| 72 | Goodbyekariyushi 58 |  play_arrow | Season of farewells, feelings for someone dear |
| 73 | Song of BeginningsGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that supports a new step forward |
| 74 | bondYamazaki Tomoko |  | Graduation song, a song of friendship and hope |
| 75 | Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that views parting as a new beginning |
| 76 | Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | Song of friendship, even when apart our hearts remain connected |
| 77 | Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | The power of music that supports the departure on a journey toward dreams |
| 78 | Precious friendSakushi: Itsumi Ryūichirō / Sakkyoku: Furukawa Tatsuya |  play_arrow | A graduation song’s tale of emotion and growth |
| 79 | Best FriendNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Celebrate friendship with Kana Nishino’s “Best Friend.” |
| 80 | It’s okayji ma ma |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic by jimama from Okinawa |
| 81 | Sakura, Bloom!arashi |  play_arrow | Arashi’s “Sakura Sake” is a spring cheer song. |
| 82 | Don’t give upZARD |  play_arrow | A signature song by ZARD. A message song about love and courage. |
| 83 | Dream Deliverynaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s youth-cheering song |
| 84 | Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | A song of summer’s end and the warm farewell of friendship |
| 85 | LaughterOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Be brave and spread your wings on a new path! |
| 86 | Happinessarashi |  play_arrow | An uplifting classic with positive lyrics and a lively rhythm |
| 87 | My friend—now and forever…Ketsumeishi |  play_arrow | A friendship song filled with the emotion of graduation |
| 88 | THANXWANIMA |  play_arrow | A classic that powerfully sings of gratitude and farewell |
| 89 | parallel linesEve × suis from Yorushika |  play_arrow | Singing of the end of youth and a new beginning |
| 90 | Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | An inspiring ballad of youth striving toward their dreams |
| 91 | Sakura SongKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | A bittersweet rock song of memories and farewells in cherry blossom season |
| 92 | Graduation PhotoArai Yumi |  play_arrow | A time-transcending song gazing toward graduation |
| 93 | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa |  play_arrow | A high-velocity rock song by Road of Major |
| 94 | threadNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings about the bonds of life |
| 95 | Something CertainOda Kazumasa |  play_arrow | A heart-touching ballad by Kazumasa Oda |
| 96 | Cherry blossom seasonEXILE ATSUSHI |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that supports graduation |
| 97 | Farewell, YouthChatto Monchī |  play_arrow | The sparkle of memories and the bittersweetness of farewell before graduation |
| 98 | Sakuraayaka |  play_arrow | Ayaka’s heartwarming song that conveys the emotion of graduation |
| 99 | DepartureFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | An uplifting anthem that gives you courage at life’s turning points |
| 100 | The season of farewellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the bittersweet unrequited love of a graduation ceremony |