Farewell Songs: Tracks that sing various kinds of “goodbyes”
In life, we encounter many kinds of farewells: breaking up with a lover, parting ways with beloved friends and mentors when moving on to further studies or a new job, and even losing precious family members.
Some farewells are sad, while others are hopeful—but saying “goodbye” is always tinged with loneliness.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that capture the feeling of “goodbye” and gently accompany your heart.
From songs that heal the wounds of heartbreak to songs that cheer you on at a new beginning, we’ve picked out tracks that sing about all kinds of farewells.
Find the one that perfectly fits your situation!
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[Farewell Songs] Tracks that sing various “goodbyes” (41–50)
Farewell Songnever young beach
One of the tracks from an album released before the rising band never young beach made their major-label debut.
Although it’s a song about not being able to stay together anymore, it’s sung with a refreshingly bright tone from start to finish.
It’s a song that makes you think maybe it’s okay to say goodbye with a smile.
Goodbyeofukōsu
It’s a signature farewell song that people of every generation have heard at least once.
The crystal-clear vocals amplify the beauty of the Japanese lyrics, making the song many times more compelling.
It’s a track I especially want to listen to closely in winter, in tune with the lyrics.
SAKURAikimonogakari
It’s a very wistful-sounding number.
The song tells a poignant story about parting in spring.
While Ikimonogakari may be strongly associated with lively, upbeat songs, their ballads are truly wonderful as well.
Farewell at Thirty-TwoToukyou Jihen
Tokyo Jihen, the band led by Ringo Sheena that disbanded in 2012.
The song they released just before breaking up, “Farewell at Thirty-Two,” is one I’d love adults troubled by love to hear.
It captures the kind of heartache children can’t grasp and those inescapable regrets, expressing them through dramatic performance—and offering solace.
marine snowSukima Suichi
This is a ballad by Sukima Switch, an artist hugely popular for their clear, transparent vocals and gentle melodies.
The lyrics candidly express the feelings you realize for the first time after a breakup—the importance and magnitude of the person who used to be by your side—and have resonated with many people.
Goodbye, Summer DaysYamashita Tatsuro
This is Tatsuro Yamashita’s 21st single, released in 1991.
That year, it was used in a corporate image commercial for Dai-ichi Life, and in 2012 it was featured in a TV commercial for Mitsubishi Electric’s car navigation system, DIATONE SOUND.NAVI.
Included on his best-of compilations, it’s a fan-favorite track.
A beautiful ballad that sings of the bittersweetness at summer’s end.
Journey of the Heartchūrippu
Tulip’s “Kokoro no Tabi” is a song that touches many hearts.
It portrays the pain and loneliness of parting, as well as the resolve to set out on a journey, through Kazuo Zaizu’s warm vocals.
Its simple yet moving melody is one that will be loved in any era.
Though tinged with sadness, the song somehow conveys hope.
It is a powerful message to everyone who has experienced a farewell.
For those setting off with fragile memories of love, “Kokoro no Tabi” will be an unforgettable track.