Western Graduation Song Rankings [2026]
We’re excited to present the latest top 100 graduation songs in Western music, all at once, ranked by view count! While there are countless Japanese graduation songs, it can be tough to find solid playlists for Western tracks, right? Our playlist is updated weekly.
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Western music graduation song ranking [2026] (41–50)
That’s What Friends Are ForDionne Warwick46rank/position
It’s nice to let old memories blossom while listening to a smooth ballad, isn’t it? In that spirit, I’d love for you to hear “That’s What Friends Are For.” The original was sung by Rod Stewart, but you might be more familiar with the later cover versions by Dionne Warwick and Stevie Wonder.
The song celebrates a friendship that never changes, no matter what happens.
Enjoy the star-studded collaboration and take a moment to listen closely to the lyrics.
Let it beThe Beatles47rank/position
The masterpiece “Let It Be,” created by Paul McCartney.
Released in 1970, it gained worldwide popularity, helped by its use as the theme song for the film Let It Be, which came out the same year.
In Japan as well, most people have probably heard it at least once.
As for the lyrics, the central theme is essentially “letting things be as they are.” Strongly influenced by religion, it might be a perfect fit for graduation ceremonies, which carry a very public image.
UnwrittenNatasha Bedingfield48rank/position
Natasha Bedingfield is a pop singer from London.
Her brother, Daniel Bedingfield, is also active as an artist.
She has released many catchy songs that even people who aren’t well-versed in music can enjoy, and she has several international hit songs.
“Unwritten” is one of her hits, featuring catchy lyrics that seem to give a push to those heading into a new environment.
It’s known overseas as a classic graduation song.
I Hope You DanceLee Ann Womack49rank/position
Lee Ann Womack, a female country musician who represents the United States.
She was a popular country artist from the 1990s through the mid-2000s and has won several prestigious music awards, including Grammys.
Her song I Hope You Dance, known as a graduation anthem, was released in 2000 and became popular for its uplifting lyrics that give you a push forward.
Just the way you areBilly Joel50rank/position
A sincere desire to accept someone just as they are seeps into the heart along with a gentle melody.
Released in 1977, this work is widely known as one of Billy Joel’s signature songs and is included on the album The Stranger.
Lauded as a Grammy Award–winning track, it has continued to be loved by many.
It’s the perfect song when you want to express your feelings to someone special or take a closer look at yourself.
A piece that nourishes the heart, it’s truly a gem of a love song befitting graduation season.