Gratitude Song Rankings [2026]

Thank youSUPER BEAVER85rank/position

SUPER BEAVER “Arigatou” MV (Band ver.)

As a song that conveys gratitude straight from the heart, it has captured many listeners.

It takes a fresh look at the everyday word “thank you” and pours that deep feeling into the lyrics.

Included on the album “361°,” released in February 2014, this track has continued to be loved as one of the band’s signature songs.

At live shows, vocalist Ryuta Shibuya’s emotionally rich performance is said to captivate the audience.

When you want to express your appreciation to someone special, why not give this song a listen? It will surely help your feelings reach them even more deeply.

Words of FarewellGReeeeN86rank/position

GReeeeN – Words of Gift

A song filled with passionate resolve to overcome the sadness of parting and vow to meet again.

GReeeeN’s “Okuru Kotoba” powerfully pushes forward those who carry the bonds of friendship into the future.

It’s not a cover of the classic song with the same title, but an original single released in October 2018.

Written as the theme song for the film “Run! T High School Basketball Club,” it serves as a cheer anthem that ties in with the story’s themes of setbacks and comebacks.

It’s the kind of anthem that makes you want to link arms and sing with the friends you shared your club and school days with.

It’s sure to give courage and hope to men setting off into a new world.

Highly recommended as moving background music for graduations and farewell parties.

Best friendSnow Man87rank/position

The official lyric video for “Best Friend” from the 9th single “Dangerholic” is now streaming! #SnowMan #BestFriend #Dangerholic #Sunotube

How about a heartwarming song that straightforwardly expresses gratitude to an irreplaceable best friend? Featured on the standard edition of the single “Dangerholic,” released in September 2023, this track is a friendship song performed by Snow Man.

It conveys a heartfelt “thank you” to a friend who stayed by your side without saying a word when you were worn out by everyday life and hurt by what others said.

The relay-like structure in which the nine members take turns singing conveys a strong bond and gentleness.

It’s a perfect classic for telling a friend who’s heading down a different path the appreciation that’s usually too embarrassing to say out loud.

If everyone sings it together on the milestone day of graduation, holding past memories close, it will surely become a lifelong treasure you’ll never forget.

JourneyFuji Kaze88rank/position

Fujii Kaze – Tabiji (Official Video)

A gem of a ballad by Fujii Kaze that likens life to a journey, wrapping reflections on past mistakes, the importance of learning, and an unchanging state of heart in his gentle, warm vocals.

It has a nostalgic atmosphere and a pleasant sound, as if you’re flipping through a photo album of your youth.

Released digitally in March 2021, the song was written as the theme for TV Asahi’s Thursday drama “Nijiiro Carte.” It is also included on the album “LOVE ALL SERVE ALL,” showcasing Fujii’s kindness and deeply human expressiveness to the fullest.

Highly recommended for anyone starting a new chapter in life or looking back on memories with dear friends.

Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster89rank/position

“Someday These Tears Will” – Little Glee Monster

This is a song whose strength and warmth resonate in the heart.

Released in January 2018 on the album “juice,” it was also selected as the support song for the 96th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.

Little Glee Monster’s powerful vocals give a push to those striving toward their dreams.

Created with the feelings of soccer players in mind, the song carries a hopeful message that the tears shed after hard work will lead to a brilliant future.

It’s a track we especially want people who are trying to overcome hardships, or working toward important goals, to hear.

It’s also perfect for elementary school students diligently pursuing their lessons.

Please give it a listen.

A graduation song, a song of friends.1990rank/position

Graduation song, song of friends. 19

A friendship song perfect for graduation season is “Graduation Song, Friends’ Song” by 19.

It’s included on the same single as 19’s signature track “Ano Kami Hikōki Kumori Zora Watte.” Leaving school, where you can see your friends every day, is very lonely, and many people probably wish they didn’t have to graduate.

But we can’t go against the passage of time, and everyone eventually graduates.

The sadness of parting from friends, the anxiety of living without your companions from now on—this song embraces all of that and still gives you the strength to face forward toward the future.

Try listening to it together with friends who are also feeling uneasy.

That way, while reaffirming the unchanging strength of your bond, you can encourage each other: “Let’s both do our best from here on out!”

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flameLiSA91rank/position

LiSA “Homura” -MUSIC CLIP-

Listening to this grand ballad feels cleansing to the soul.

Released in October 2020, it’s a song LiSA created as the theme for the film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train.

Beloved by many, it topped Billboard JAPAN’s Japan Hot 100 for four consecutive weeks and eight weeks in total.

Even for elementary school students, hearing it during sad or difficult times can be encouraging.

With its moving lyrics and beautiful melody that resonates deeply, I highly recommend giving it a listen.