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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.

Western Graduation Songs Ranking [2026] (21–30)

Today My Life BeginsBruno Mars26rank/position

Bruno Mars – Today My Life Begins
Today My Life BeginsBruno Mars

Powerfully singing of a brand-new beginning in life, this song offers the courage to move forward, overcoming past pain and disappointment.

Bruno Mars’s warm vocals resonate deeply with listeners’ hearts.

Released in October 2010, it debuted around the same time as his first album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans.

It’s a perfect track to play at graduations or at life’s turning points—an encouraging anthem for anyone reflecting on themselves and ready to take a new step.

We are the ChampionsQueen27rank/position

We Are the Champions (Remastered 2011)
We are the ChampionsQueen

It was apparently written with the expectation that it would be sung at soccer stadiums, and the fact that it turned out exactly that way really shows Queen’s greatness.

The “We” in the title doesn’t refer to Queen themselves, but means “each and every person around the world is a champion!” It’s an immortal anthem loved worldwide! It might be perfect when you need to get everyone fired up!

RoarKaty Perry28rank/position

A song filled with a powerful, radiant message of self-affirmation.

The lyrics, which depict the journey of breaking free from oppression and reclaiming one’s voice, are striking.

Released in August 2013, it was included on Katy Perry’s fourth album, Prism.

It became a global smash hit and was certified 15× Platinum in the United States in July 2024.

It’s perfect for anyone looking to regain confidence or take a bold new step.

As an empowerment anthem, it continues to inspire courage and hope in many people.

We Are Young ft. Janelle MonáeFun29rank/position

Fun.: We Are Young ft. Janelle Monáe [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
We Are Young ft. Janelle MonáeFun

Fun.

is an indie rock band formed around Nate Ruess, a member of the popular rock band The Format.

Released in 2011, their track We Are Young ft.

Janelle Monáe gained worldwide popularity, spending six weeks at number one on the U.S.

charts and selling over 10 million copies globally.

The lyrics portray a man who still has feelings for a woman he has broken up with, but for some reason, the song is commonly used as a graduation anthem overseas.

I Gotta FeelingThe Black Eyed Peas30rank/position

The Black Eyed Peas – I Gotta Feeling (Official Music Video)
I Gotta FeelingThe Black Eyed Peas

Released in 2009, this song is a single from The Black Eyed Peas’ fifth album, The E.N.D., and it’s an upbeat track.

The lyrics, which fit the song perfectly, encourage hitting the town to party hard—drinking, spending money, and blowing off steam.

It’s important for people to find healthy ways to relieve stress, isn’t it?