[Song of Gratitude] Timeless classics and the latest tracks that convey heartfelt “thank you” to your seniors

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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.

[Song of Gratitude] Timeless Classics and Newest Tracks (91–100) That Convey ‘Thank You’ to Your Seniors

paprikaYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Paprika

paprikaYonezu Kenshi

The version of “Paprika” that Kenshi Yonezu self-covered after it became an Olympic cheering song.

In addition to its role as a rousing anthem, the flower language of paprika actually means “I won’t forget you.” Don’t you think that’s the perfect sentiment for sending off your seniors? It would be wonderful to express your gratitude with this stylish track that fully showcases Yonezu’s signature style.

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Passionate soulB-DASH

B-DASH – Passionate Soul.mpg

Passionate soulB-DASH

Just as your senior was an emotional support for you, it would be great if you could be a support for them too, right? That feeling is carried in B-DASH’s “Jounetsu Tamashii.” When you’ve failed or been scolded by your boss, and your senior cheered you up by saying, “There are days like that,” I want you to sing this with the feeling of, “From now on, I’ll be on your side!” The senior who teaches you so many things isn’t perfect either.

When they’re feeling down, try inviting them to karaoke and sing it for them!

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Kado(guchi) Shichigatsu

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[Song of Gratitude] Exquisite timeless and latest tracks (101–110) that convey a heartfelt “thank you” to seniors

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Haji→ “Kizuna.” (short ver.)

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This is a song I’d like to duet on with a close senior.

It’s a dramatic ballad, so if the two of us coordinate and perform it together in front of our friends, it might really get everyone excited.

Of course, it would also be moving if all the seniors and juniors sang it together.

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Wonderful DaysFire Ball

Fire Ball – Wonderful Days

Wonderful DaysFire Ball

It’s a song with a distinctive message—just meeting you makes life worthwhile—overflowing with gratitude.

The passionate sentiment of thanking everyone pairs perfectly with the reggae-style rhythm, creating a unique, immersive world.

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CallingAAA

AAA / Calling

CallingAAA

This bittersweet yet warm song captures the feelings at the moment of parting with someone important.

It’s a track by the dance-vocal group AAA, included on their 11th album “WAY OF GLORY,” released in 2017.

The beautifully resonant piano and strings are especially striking, amplifying the emotions woven into the music.

It’s perfect for expressing gratitude to a senior and pledging to meet again.

It might be nice to sing it for them at karaoke.

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Beauty Looking BackMōningu Musume ’14

Morning Musume '14 'Mikaeri Bijin' (Morning Musume '14 [A Beauty Looking Back]) (Promotion Ver.)

Beauty Looking BackMōningu Musume '14

Perfect for the drama club.

It’s a song I’d like to present at the retirement ceremony of a senior who has played the lead many times—a truly great leading actress.

The lyrics have the emotional flair of enka, so matching costumes in kimono could be nice.

Since it’s a song that honors a female senior, it also works perfectly as a gratitude song for a female senior at the company.

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Climb the staircase of dreams!kenkyuusei (SKE48)

Climb the staircase of dreams! 8th Generation + Honoka Aikawa / Narumi Kataoka Ver. (SKE48)

Climb the staircase of dreams!kenkyuusei (SKE48)

This song, performed by SKE48’s trainee members, expresses their longing for the dream stage where their seniors shine.

It might be perfect for brass band or drama club performances, which often take place on stage at competitions and recitals.

Even if the seniors we admire graduate and move on, we juniors will carry the torch—this song also works well as a declaration of that resolve.

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