Popular and recommended graduation songs on YouTube Shorts: a special feature of memorable classics

Time ParadoxVaundy

Time Paradox (Theme Song of the Movie Doraemon: Nobita’s Earth Symphony) / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

With a musical style that freely crosses a wide range of genres, Vaundy has gained immense support, especially among young people.

Among his songs, this one carries a warm quality that gently resonates with the feelings of graduation season.

Despite its deliberately pared-down, simple arrangement, the melody—somehow nostalgic yet full of hope for the future—truly strikes a chord.

Released in February 2024 as his first CD single, it was written as the theme song for the film Doraemon: Nobita’s Earth Symphony.

The music video, directed by Vaundy himself and featuring Shota Sometani, also drew major attention.

Its message, which seems to connect the past and the future, makes it perfect for the season of new beginnings.

It’s a heartwarming track you’ll want to listen to while reflecting on the days spent with friends.

spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE

Shunshu

It’s included on rock band Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s sixth single, “Love me, Love you,” released in February 2018.

The song is said to have been written by vocalist Motoki Omori the day after his high school graduation ceremony, capturing his feelings exactly as they were at the time.

There’s a tenderness for days that, in hindsight, went by in a flash, and a loneliness you carry when you can’t quite be honest.

Many listeners may relate to the contradiction of thinking you hate your friends when, in truth, you really love them.

The track also became well known as the song used in Suntory’s “Craft Boss” commercial.

It’s a number that gently stays by your side if you’re feeling the sadness of parting with friends before graduation.

far; distant; by farGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Haruka

I’d like to introduce a moving ballad where the loneliness of leaving home intertwines with a strong will to pursue one’s dreams.

This work by GReeeeN expresses gratitude to the parents who raised us, and every listen warms the heart by reminding us of family love.

Released in May 2009 as their 11th single, it’s also famous as the theme song for the blockbuster film “ROOKIES: Graduation.” By setting aside the rap parts to let the vocals take center stage, the song resonates deeply.

It’s perfect not only for students about to leave home, but also for adults who’ve long been out in society and want to recall their original resolve.

Highly recommended as background music for graduation season or for videos expressing thanks to someone special.

March 9Remioromen

Remioromen – March 9

Now a standard graduation song, this is one of Remioromen’s signature tracks.

It’s well known that the song was originally written as a celebration for a friend’s wedding.

Even so, its seasonal mood—where farewells and new beginnings overlap—and its lyrics of gratitude make it a perfect fit as a graduation song as well.

Released as a single in March 2004, it later gained widespread recognition as an insert song in the drama “1 Litre of Tears,” which is how many people remember it.

The way it expresses how the presence of a dear person, who appears when you close your eyes, has given you strength—and the wish to be that presence for someone else—tightens listeners’ chests.

It’s also a popular choice for graduation ceremony choruses, and is a moving number that will continue to be sung for years to come.

Until we meet againHirai Dai

Until we meet again

This is a moving ballad by singer-songwriter Dai Hirai, known for his surf music-inspired sound.

It portrays not only the sadness of parting, but also gratitude for having met and hope for meeting again, gently wrapping listeners’ hearts in warmth.

The scene of waving and saying “see you” along the usual tree-lined street is enough to make your chest tighten, isn’t it? The song is included on the album “Slow & Easy,” released in May 2015.

In its lyrics, you can feel the protagonist’s strong resolve to step into the future as the seasons change.

It’s a perfect track to accompany a montage that looks back on memories with dear friends at the moment of graduation—be sure to give it a listen.