Western Music Entrance/Graduation Song Rankings [2026]
We’re showcasing the top 100 monthly rankings of Western “school entrance” songs, all at once, ordered by the highest number of views.
It features classic tracks that evoke overseas teenage student life—think high school and college days.
The playlist is updated every week!
Playlist
| Western Music Entrance/Graduation Song Rankings [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Uptown Funk ft. Bruno MarsMark Ronson |  play_arrow | A smash hit energetic funk track |
| 2 | Can’t Stop the Feeling!Justin Timberlake |  play_arrow | A positive song that expresses the joy that makes you want to dance |
| 3 | FireworkKaty Perry |  play_arrow | an encouraging pop song by Katy Perry |
| 4 | High HopesPanic! At The Disco |  play_arrow | Panic! at the Disco’s hopeful song |
| 5 | It’s My LifeBon Jovi |  play_arrow | I can get courage from Bon Jovi’s fight song |
| 6 | HappyPharrell Williams |  play_arrow | Overflowing with happy fun |
| 7 | Dancing QueenABBA |  play_arrow | Have fun in the new semester with Dancing Queen |
| 8 | Viva La VidaColdplay |  play_arrow | A song of courage celebrating a new beginning |
| 9 | Don’t Stop Me NowQueen |  play_arrow | A timeless song brimming with happiness that evokes a sense of hope. |
| 10 | I Gotta FeelingThe Black Eyed Peas |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that sings of life's hopes |
| 11 | Good FeelingFlo Rida |  play_arrow | A rousing send-off song driven by EDM and rap |
| 12 | Permission to DanceBTS |  play_arrow | Be yourself with BTS’s fight song |
| 13 | Fight SongRachel Platten |  play_arrow | Gaining courage from Rachel’s cheer song |
| 14 | EspressoSabrina Carpenter |  play_arrow | A powerful song that supports the dreams of young people |
| 15 | Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)Kelly Clarkson |  play_arrow | Kelly Clarkson's defiant anthem |
| 16 | Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | Collaboration song by Owl City and Carly Rae |
| 17 | Shut Up and DanceWalk the Moon |  play_arrow | A positive song that gives you a push to take a step forward in life. |
| 18 | I Ain’t WorriedOneRepublic |  play_arrow | A song by OneRepublic with an impressive whistle |
| 19 | Rain On MeLady Gaga, Ariana Grande |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by Gaga and Ariana |
| 20 | Don’t Stop Believin’Journey |  play_arrow | Journey’s signature song is perfect for entrance ceremonies. |
| 21 | Welcome To The Black ParadeMy Chemical Romance |  play_arrow | The appeal of My Chemical Romance’s signature songs |
| 22 | CelebrationKool and The Gang |  play_arrow | Celebration anthem by Kool & the Gang |
| 23 | Born This WayLady Gaga |  play_arrow | The importance of staying true to yourself in Lady Gaga’s iconic song |
| 24 | All My Life ft. J. ColeLil Durk |  play_arrow | Lil Durk’s new song is a masterpiece that tackles social issues |
| 25 | Best Day Of My LifeAmerican Authors |  play_arrow | A classic anthem to life that inspires hope and courage |
| 26 | PhotographNickelback |  play_arrow | Sing of a beautiful past and future with a deep, husky voice |
| 27 | What Was I Made For?Billie Eilish |  play_arrow | Encourage self-exploration with Billie’s signature song |
| 28 | StarlightMuse |  play_arrow | MUSE’s bright melody is suitable for entrance ceremonies. |
| 29 | You Get What You GiveNew Radicals |  play_arrow | A poppy, happy song that dispels anxiety |
| 30 | FlyNicki Minaj ft. Rihanna |  play_arrow | Collaborative songs by black singers |
| 31 | You Raise Me UpJosh Groban |  play_arrow | Celtic masterpiece, a song of hope and courage |
| 32 | Here Comes the SunThe Beatles |  play_arrow | A classic song that celebrates the arrival of spring and hope |
| 33 | AlrightKendrick Lamar |  play_arrow | Kendrick Lamar’s classic song |
| 34 | UnwrittenNatasha Bedingfield |  play_arrow | Lyrics that encourage easing anxieties about a new life |
| 35 | Fucking PerfectP!nk |  play_arrow | Encouraging myself that I’m the best even if I’m not perfect |
| 36 | A Million DreamsThe Greatest Showman Cast |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of dreams and hope |
| 37 | BreakawayKelly Clarkson |  play_arrow | Popular at graduation ceremonies, now catching on at entrance ceremonies too |
| 38 | All StarSmash Mouth |  play_arrow | An uplifting song about an all-star athlete |
| 39 | Starting OverChris Stapleton |  play_arrow | Boost your confidence and hope with songs that support your new life |
| 40 | my futureBillie Eilish |  play_arrow | Introduction to Billie Eilish’s calm ballads |
| 41 | Shake It OutFlorence & The Machine |  play_arrow | Florence's iconic song of encouragement |
| 42 | Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life)Green Day |  play_arrow | A New Beginning After Returning to Drugs |
| 43 | yes, and?Ariana Grande |  play_arrow | Ariana promotes self-affirmation in her new song |
| 44 | One DayMatisyahu |  play_arrow | Sing about peace and positivity in reggae |
| 45 | WhateverOasis |  play_arrow | Oasis songs make me feel positive |
| 46 | (You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party)Beastie Boys |  play_arrow | Singing about the right to enjoy life in the Beastie Boys’ classic song |
| 47 | Hot to Go!Chappell Roan |  play_arrow | Chapel Loan's synth-pop |
| 48 | TodayThe Smashing Pumpkins |  play_arrow | A blessing song for living every day, lightly sung by Smashing Pumpkins |
| 49 | CoolJonas Brothers |  play_arrow | The new song by the Jonas Brothers is cool |
| 50 | Live ForeverOasis |  play_arrow | Cheer on your new life with the Oasis song of hope |
| 51 | Up From The BottomLinkin Park |  play_arrow | Linkin Park's new song is the cheer song for the school entrance ceremony |
| 52 | We’ve Only Just BegunCarpenters |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of the hopes of a new life |
| 53 | Beautiful PeopleDavid Guetta & Sia |  play_arrow | Getter and Sia’s dance-pop cheers on the school entrance ceremony |
| 54 | Feeling GoodNina Simone |  play_arrow | Cheering on your new life with a classic by Nina Simone |
| 55 | Tongue TiedGrouplove |  play_arrow | An indie song was used in a commercial. |
| 56 | 360Charli XCX |  play_arrow | Charli XCX’s self-affirmation song |
| 57 | Good NewsShaboozey |  play_arrow | Shabuji’s new song gently resonates in the heart |
| 58 | Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall |  play_arrow | KT Tunstall’s signature songs used in films |
| 59 | Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’Michael Jackson |  play_arrow | Michael Jackson’s classic songs for entrance ceremonies |
| 60 | Dance AgainSelena Gomez |  play_arrow | Regain confidence with Selena’s classic and step into a new beginning |
| 61 | With A Little Help From My FriendsThe Beatles |  play_arrow | The importance of a spirit of challenge and friendship |
| 62 | Ever Ever AfterCarrie Underwood |  play_arrow | An inspiring ballad by country singer Carrie |
| 63 | Wham Bam Shang-A-LangSilver |  play_arrow | An American band, an upbeat love song |
| 64 | No Such ThingJohn Mayer |  play_arrow | John Mayer's Freedom and New Beginnings |
| 65 | Brand New DaySting |  play_arrow | Sting’s “Brand New Day” is a perfect classic for starting a new life |
| 66 | Hungry Like The WolDuran Duran |  play_arrow | A rival anthem marked by distinctive synths |
| 67 | RUNAWAYOneRepublic |  play_arrow | OneRepublic’s “RUNAWAY” is a suitable song for an entrance ceremony. |
| 68 | Every HourKanye West |  play_arrow | Kanye West’s go-to song for graduation ceremonies |
| 69 | Why Can’t We Be Friends?Smash Mouth |  play_arrow | A song with the theme that anyone can become friends, regardless of skin color or gender. |
| 70 | DriveEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | Ed Sheeran F1 movie theme song |
| 71 | Tell Me BabyRed Hot Chili Peppers |  play_arrow | Melodic songs and music videos by the Red Hot Chili Peppers |
| 72 | Graduation (Friends Forever)Vitamin C |  play_arrow | Don't throw away the past, or you'll lose yourself. |
| 73 | Top Of The WorldCarpenters |  play_arrow | A classic Carpenters song with positive lyrics |
| 74 | ME! (feat. Brendon Urie of Panic! At The Disco)Taylor Swift |  play_arrow | Taylor's shift from country to pop |
| 75 | Let’s Go CrazyPrince |  play_arrow | A song of determination to walk through life |
| 76 | Here’s To The NightEve 6 |  play_arrow | A powerful song to celebrate a friend |
| 77 | Headphones OnAddison Rae |  play_arrow | Introduce Addison Rae’s soothing songs |
| 78 | Baby StepsOlivia Dean |  play_arrow | Cheering on a new life with Olivia Dean’s “Baby Steps” |
| 79 | I Can See Clearly NowJohnnyNash |  play_arrow | An upbeat song perfect for a fresh start in spring |
| 80 | ChangesDavid Bowie |  play_arrow | A song for an entrance ceremony that traces the path and searches |
| 81 | One That Got AwayMichael Ray |  play_arrow | Michael Ray's refreshing song |
| 82 | The ShowNiall Horan |  play_arrow | Niall Horan’s new song is a perfect classic for entrance ceremonies. |
| 83 | New DayAlicia Keys |  play_arrow | A song that celebrates a new day |
| 84 | Beat Yourself UpCharlie Puth |  play_arrow | Cheer on your new life with Charlie Puth’s new song |
| 85 | It Is What It IsJenna Raine |  play_arrow | A song that teaches the importance of living positively even in difficult times |
| 86 | Lovin MyselfAva Max |  play_arrow | Dance pop that gives you the courage to love yourself |
| 87 | girl, get upDoechii & SZA |  play_arrow | A powerful anthem to help you regain confidence in a new environment |
| 88 | Shake Your RumpBeastie Boys |  play_arrow | An aggressive hip-hop track by the Beastie Boys |
| 89 | Title HolderThe Interrupters |  play_arrow | Be proud like a titleholder |
| 90 | I’ll Be There For YouThe Rembrandts |  play_arrow | Friends theme song smash hit |
| 91 | HopeArlo Parks |  play_arrow | A hopeful, beautiful song by Arlo Parks |
| 92 | UnderdogRoddy Ricch |  play_arrow | A strong will to push forward even in adversity |
| 93 | I BelieveKillswitch Engage |  play_arrow | Killswitch gives me courage with songs of hope |
| 94 | Now That I Found YouCarly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | Introduction to Carly Rae Jepsen’s catchy pop tracks |
| 95 | We are the ChampionsQueen |  play_arrow | Queen's songs are sung at soccer stadiums and loved around the world. |
| 96 | You Might Like ItJason Mraz |  play_arrow | Mullaz’s new song: a track to cheer on your new life |
| 97 | Mr Blue SkyElectric Light Orchestra |  play_arrow | A perfect song by ELO for a spring entrance ceremony |
| 98 | Hello HappinessChaka Khan |  play_arrow | Chaka Khan’s powerful and easy-to-listen-to vocals |
| 99 | I’m GoodJelly Roll |  play_arrow | Jerry Roll’s new song, a hopeful, positive anthem |
| 100 | Brand New DayDizzee Rascal |  play_arrow | Make a fresh start with Dizzee Rascal’s classic |