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 | CorrectRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The moving song from NHK’s “18 Festival,” a song that celebrates life’s challenges |
| 2 | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu |  play_arrow | A gentle support song that expresses the bonds forged after the earthquake disaster |
| 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 | HarukaYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Growth and Farewell Watched Over by a Mug |
| 7 | Gift SongCHiCO with HoneyWorks |  play_arrow | A 'song of gratitude' for the teacher warms the heart. |
| 8 | YELLikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A hopeful song about embracing a breakup and stepping forward into the future |
| 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 | About meMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE Worry-Affirming Song |
| 14 | The happiest treasuresutopuri |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that colors the graduation season |
| 15 | C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Bonds and resolve with companions heading toward our dreams |
| 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 | bookmarkkuriipuhaipe |  play_arrow | A song of farewell and hope, coloring graduation |
| 19 | 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 |
| 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 | Daphne (winter daphne)DISH// |  play_arrow | A song by DISH// themed around love and a place to return to |
| 23 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Hata Motohiro’s love ballad |
| 24 | Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Higedan Dism’s warm vocals and rich, full-bodied sound |
| 25 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song about being yourself, gifted for graduation season |
| 26 | Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A poignant song depicting the bonds with a friend and a farewell |
| 27 | cherry blossomKobukuro |  play_arrow | A timeless song that accompanies the season of farewells, filled with spring memories |
| 28 | On the Day of Departure |  play_arrow | The moving graduation song “On the Day of Departure” |
| 29 | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA's powerful rock and positive message |
| 30 | The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | A graduation song filled with gratitude for farewells and new encounters |
| 31 | Song of DepartureMr.Children |  play_arrow | A graduation song by Mr.Children—a track that resonates with the heart |
| 32 | Letter ~To You, Fifteen~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | A song that helps you face yourself and gives you courage for the future |
| 33 | OrangeSPYAIR |  play_arrow | A cheer song expressing positive feelings toward a reunion |
| 34 | Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A graduation song from Dai Hirai that resonates with the heart |
| 35 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s cheer song, a masterpiece that brings tears and hope |
| 36 | Cherry Blossom Rainhalyosy |  play_arrow | Hatsune Miku’s “Sakura no Ame” is a moving song that colors youth. |
| 37 | To the futureKiroro |  play_arrow | A classic farewell-season song filled with feelings for my mother |
| 38 | A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly |  play_arrow | A song that conveys the beauty of everyday life and unconditional love |
| 39 | Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Little Glee Monster sings with the theme of graduation |
| 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 | On the Day of DepartureSakushi: Kojima Noboru / Sakkyoku: Sakamoto Hiromi |  play_arrow | An emotional classic song for kindergarten graduation ceremonies |
| 49 | Bye, my friendbokula. |  play_arrow | Expressing everyday memories through rock |
| 50 | Until we meet againyuzu |  play_arrow | Farewells are promises of reunion—a moving graduation song. |
| 51 | horizonback number |  play_arrow | Even if dreams break, the light can still be seen. |
| 52 | MiracleGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A moving song that expresses gratitude and bonds |
| 53 | Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri |  play_arrow | Depicting a new beginning with Yuuri’s breakup song |
| 54 | Thank you · GoodbyeSakushi: Ide Takao / Sakkyoku: Fukuda Wakako |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic imbued with the sentiments of graduation |
| 55 | Thank youSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by the emotionally stirring rock band SUPER BEAVER |
| 56 | JourneyFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s moving theme song, heartwarming |
| 57 | GraduationKobukuro |  play_arrow | Memories from my school days and hopes for the future |
| 58 | A place where smiles awaitOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A Graduation Supported by Memories and Encouragement |
| 59 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by Sukima Switch that gives you a push on the back |
| 60 | StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Support new challenges with a cheer song |
| 61 | Words of FarewellKaientai |  play_arrow | The deep meaning of the graduation song “Okuru Kotoba” |
| 62 | budKobukuro |  play_arrow | Kobukuro’s moving song of love to a mother |
| 63 | A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Bouquet, Hikaru Utada’s masterpiece of farewell and gratitude |
| 64 | Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | Noratao Moriyama’s masterpiece that resonates with spring farewells |
| 65 | Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | The Song of Life is a heartwarming graduation song. |
| 66 | Sakura (2019)Moriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | A moving Reiwa-era graduation song by Naotaro Moriyama |
| 67 | Until we meet againHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A ballad that portrays parting and a wish for reunion |
| 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 | bondYamazaki Tomoko |  | Graduation song, a song of friendship and hope |
| 72 | Song of BeginningsGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A Song of Gratitude to Our Teacher and Support for a New Path |
| 73 | Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | The power of music that supports the departure on a journey toward dreams |
| 74 | CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi |  play_arrow | A classic filled with heartfelt passion for a dear friend |
| 75 | Goodbyekariyushi 58 |  play_arrow | Moving forward while holding on to past memories |
| 76 | Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | Song of friendship, even when apart our hearts remain connected |
| 77 | Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that views parting as a new beginning |
| 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 | Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | A song of summer’s end and the warm farewell of friendship |
| 81 | Sakura, Bloom!arashi |  play_arrow | Rock song suitable as BGM for Arashi graduation movie |
| 82 | It’s okayji ma ma |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic by jimama from Okinawa |
| 83 | Dream Deliverynaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s youth-cheering song |
| 84 | Don’t give upZARD |  play_arrow | A signature song by ZARD. A message song about love and courage. |
| 85 | My friend—now and forever…Ketsumeishi |  play_arrow | A friendship song filled with the emotion of graduation |
| 86 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad that portrays parting and hope |
| 87 | Happinessarashi |  play_arrow | An uplifting classic with positive lyrics and a lively rhythm |
| 88 | LaughterOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Be brave and spread your wings on a new path! |
| 89 | Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A hopeful song where tears turn into power for the future |
| 90 | THANXWANIMA |  play_arrow | A classic that powerfully sings of gratitude and farewell |
| 91 | parallel linesEve × suis from Yorushika |  play_arrow | Singing of the end of youth and a new beginning |
| 92 | Something CertainOda Kazumasa |  play_arrow | A heart-touching ballad by Kazumasa Oda |
| 93 | Sakura SongKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | A bittersweet rock song of memories and farewells in cherry blossom season |
| 94 | Graduation PhotoArai Yumi |  play_arrow | A time-transcending song gazing toward graduation |
| 95 | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa |  play_arrow | A high-velocity rock song by Road of Major |
| 96 | If you laugh at the skywacci |  play_arrow | A tear-jerking wacci masterpiece that cheers on your efforts |
| 97 | threadNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings about the bonds of life |
| 98 | The season of farewellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the bittersweet unrequited love of a graduation ceremony |
| 99 | Cherry blossom seasonEXILE ATSUSHI |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that supports graduation |
| 100 | Farewell, YouthChatto Monchī |  play_arrow | The sparkle of memories and the bittersweetness of farewell before graduation |