[Song of Gratitude] Timeless classics and the latest tracks that convey heartfelt “thank you” to your seniors
I want to give a heartfelt gift to the senior who supported me! You were scolded many times, taught important things, and worked together toward your goals… Surely you, too, have someone like that in your life, don’t you? When a senior graduates or retires, many of us want to express our gratitude to the fullest, yet still feel embarrassed to say it directly.
So in this article, we’ll share plenty of songs that express gratitude to seniors.
Find the song that perfectly matches your feelings, and try conveying your thanks to your senior along with the music.
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[Song of Gratitude] Timeless and Latest Gems (71–80) That Convey “Thank You” to Seniors
When saying goodbyeSakaguchi Ami
If you want to straightforwardly express your gratitude to a senior who helped you grow, we recommend “Owakare wo Suru Toki wa” by singer-songwriter Ami Sakaguchi, released in 2018.
When you join a club and find yourself with seniors above you, there are times when you have to sharpen up and pay attention to things you used to do half-heartedly.
The seniors who helped you grow in so many ways may have gotten on your nerves sometimes, but when it comes time to part, you can’t help but feel lonely.
When that day comes, this song will give you the push to say with pride, “Thanks to you, I’ve grown this much.
Thank you.”
Glowing Storm！otome sutoomu!
When I was nervous on the stage I’d always dreamed of, a senior helped me out—that memory stays with me.
If you want to express your gratitude, how about this song? It’s performed by a unit that appeared in the social game “THE iDOLM@STER Million Live!” during the “Platinum Star Live.”
To meKAZUKI UJIIE
Putting gratitude into words sometimes takes courage.
But through music, you might be able to express your feelings more directly.
In particular, “Boku ni totte” by KAZUKI UJIIE is the perfect song for such moments.
Its gentle, warm vocals and deeply moving melody convey sincere appreciation and respect.
If you choose this song as a surprise gift for a senior colleague or mentor, the feelings you couldn’t put into words are sure to reach their heart.
Please consider it as a gift for someone you truly value.
giftJapa Hari Netto
A hot, exhilarating number from Japaharinet, who disbanded in 2007 and reunited in 2015.
It’s a song where juniors can passionately convey their love and gratitude to the seniors they admire.
For all the juniors who feel shy about formally expressing thanks—let this song deliver all your gratitude, love, and cheers at once!
PHANTOM ~Promise~GReeeeN
This is a piece written as the ending song for an attraction at Tokyo One Piece Tower, a theme park based on the nationally beloved manga ONE PIECE.
It was produced by the popular music group GReeeeN and included on their 2018 album “UreD.” Its powerful message—that I am who I am today because you were there—really tugs at the heartstrings.
If you’re reading this, I’m sure the image of that kind of senior will come to mind.
Bond.haji→
Even though they’re our seniors, as long as we’re all students, there’s hardly any age difference between us.
More often than not, we end up becoming friends beyond the senior-junior dynamic.
This song is perfect for expressing gratitude to a senior who’s become a friend.
It sings about the belief that, even if our opinions clash and we butt heads, we’ll always be on each other’s side, and our bond will never fade.
hometownTominaga Yusuke
If you’re looking for background music for an elementary school graduation ceremony, I recommend this song.
Its lyrics are easy for people of all ages to understand and evoke fond thoughts of the school building and the school song.
The singer is a highly skilled singer-songwriter whose song “A Distant Love Story” was once featured on NHK Educational TV’s program Minna no Uta.