Thank you, Teacher: A Song of Gratitude for Teachers and Mentors — An Emotional Farewell Song for the Journey Ahead

On graduation day, you’ll want to make sure you don’t forget to express your gratitude not only to your friends and parents, but also to your homeroom teacher and the mentors who guided you! Many of you might be thinking about surprising your teacher with a class-wide song performance, but are you having trouble choosing the right song? In this article, we’ll introduce a wide selection of songs that can convey your thanks to the teachers who have supported you in so many ways and steered you in the right direction when you went astray.

These are all heartwarming classics that not only express gratitude but also make you feel the bonds you’ve built up until now, so be sure to use them as a reference!

Playlist

Thank you, Teacher: A Song of Gratitude for Teachers and Mentors — An Emotional Farewell Song for the Journey Ahead
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A graduation song filled with gratitude
2	HarukaYOASOBI		A song in which a mug watches over a girl's growth
3	Thank youikimonogakari		Gratitude expressed through music
4	proofflumpool		A heartwarming song for graduation filled with friendship and bonds
5	Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//		A heartwarming song that conveys the feelings of graduation
6	Just, thank you.MONKEY MAJIK		Express your gratitude in simple words.
7	presentSEKAI NO OWARI		A SEKAI NO OWARI song filled with gratitude for graduation
8	Because you are hereUru		A classic song that sings of gratitude to a loved one.
9	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)GReeeeN		A song of courage and gratitude to keep walking forward
10	Song Yellyuzu		Pyeongchang Olympics cheer song, a song of gratitude and encouragement
11	THANXWANIMA		A masterpiece by the rock band WANIMA that surges with gratitude and exhilaration
12	Thank you from the bottom of my heart.naniwa danshi		A classic that gently sings of gratitude
13	Memories are beautifulAimer		A classic song to express gratitude at a graduation ceremony
14	Just, thank you.FUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A song filled with gratitude, feelings for the teacher
15	Thank youOhashi Takuya		Takumi Ohashi’s classic song filled with gratitude, “Arigatou.”
16	hanatabamilet		Theme song of a TBS drama, depicting fluctuations in emotion
17	Gift SongCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A gift song that expresses gratitude to a beloved teacher
18	Until we meet againyuzu		Farewells are promises of reunion—a moving graduation song.
19	CHARMWANIMA		WANIMA’s song of gratitude to teachers, “CHARM”
20	Letter to the SkyGReeeeN		A song of the heart that sings its feelings even if they don't reach.
21	Because you’re my hero.LiSA		LiSA’s cheering song: gratitude and resolve for heroes
22	Graduation, goodbye.haji→		A graduation song that gives empowering, forward-looking strength
23	I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko		Recommended songs filled with gratitude to my mentor
24	On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai		Graduation song, a classic that conveys feelings of gratitude
25	Song of BeginningsGReeeeN		A song of an ending that is a new beginning
26	budKobukuro		A graduation song that evokes the swiftness of the years and the feeling of growth
27	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		Singing gratitude to the teacher and a bashful feeling
28	March 9Remioromen		Share the emotion with the graduation song “March 9th.”
29	It’s okayji ma ma		A graduation song filled with gratitude
30	When saying goodbyeSakaguchi Ami		Amano Sakaguchi’s graduation song filled with gratitude for teachers
31	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		Expressing gratitude to a teacher in a Spitz song
32	Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu		The bond between teacher and student that continues after graduation
33	signpostFukuyama Masaharu		A gem of a song about the relay of life, gratitude, and growth
34	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		A moving film whose theme song resonates with the heart
35	Thank you, teacher.Nishimura Naoto		A heartfelt song for a teacher, filled with gratitude
36	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		A graduation song filled with gratitude and hope
37	Something CertainOda Kazumasa		A heartwarming song that cherishes everyday love.
38	Kokoro no Naka (Complete ver.)RADWIMPS		An anthem of support filled with hope amid the COVID-19 pandemic
39	A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru		Expressing gratitude to teachers through a graduation song
40	Letterback number		Express your gratitude to your teacher through a 'letter'.
41	Arigatou (Thank you)Sonar Pocket		A classic song that expresses gratitude, “Arigatou”
42	Until we meet againHirai Dai		A classic filled with gratitude and hope for the graduation ceremony
43	together; along with; bothWANIMA		Singing about the power to live, bonds, and love for Kumamoto
44	If you laugh at the skywacci		A heartwarming song filled with gratitude for graduation
45	Thank youSUPER BEAVER		The famous song of gratitude by SUPER BEAVER, “Arigatou”
46	graceFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze's graduation song sings of gratitude and setting off on a new journey.
47	We againSG		A heartwarming song that gently embraces the memories of graduation
48	Circle of Thanksayaka		A campaign song filled with gratitude, a classic by Ayaka.
49	A Gift Without a StampWANIMA		A moving song of gratitude by WANIMA
50	I want to see you.yuzu		The moving “Aitai” and Kitagawa’s passionate feelings
51	threadNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song “Ito,” with lyrics that stir the heart
52	Thank you ~Voices at the Departure~berii guddoman		A song that conveys gratitude and a positive feeling toward growth
53	Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai		A heartfelt song depicting the season of graduation
54	three days after the day after tomorrowDISH//		A four-member band active in music and acting
55	Thank youJUJU		A moving song that warmly portrays the wonder of love
56	Love SongKawasaki Takaya		A Song of Gratitude: Kawasaki Takaya’s “Song of Love” that Resonates in the Heart
57	Rainbow Historysutopuri		Strawberry Prince, a song that energizes graduation ceremonies
58	I want to brag.SUPER BEAVER		Gratitude to my teacher and a desire to live up to their expectations
59	Thank you, teacher.Sakushi/Sakkyoku: Fujimoto Chika		A song of gratitude from children to their teacher, touching the heart
60	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		Expressing gratitude to teachers with a cheer song
61	GraduationTakahashi Yuu		A graduation song born from listeners’ troubles after the earthquake
62	Sakuraayaka		A song that beautifully depicts memories of cherry blossoms and graduation
63	We Look Up to You with Respect		A classic song filled with gratitude for school life
64	Farewell, my friend.DREAM MAKER		A moving graduation song from DREAM MAKER, originating in Osaka
65	Words I Couldn’t Say ~Thank You~CANDY TUNE		A heartwarming graduation song filled with gratitude for the teacher
66	Words of FarewellKaientai		The theme song of “Mr. Kinpachi in Class 3B,” ‘Okuru Kotoba,’ is a standard song for graduation ceremonies.
67	Thank youOhashi Takuya		Takumi Ohashi’s ballad filled with gratitude to his mentor
68	youthMoritaka Chisato		90s youth songs resonate with my heart
69	Path of HopeSambomasutā		Thanks to the teacher, Sambomaster's Song of Hope
70	TeacherIrei Shun’ichi		A Cheer Song for Our Teacher Filled with Gratitude
71	Youth is beautiful.Kiyoshi Ryujin		Expressing gratitude to a teacher and sharing memories of youth
72	GoodbyeBLUE ENCOUNT		A classic song that sings of the pain of parting and the courage to move forward
73	My teacher is feverishHarada Jun		A graduation song filled with passionate feelings for teachers
74	with great confidence after thorough preparation; at long last (finally making an appearance after biding one’s time)Okuda Tamio		A song of encouragement for graduation and gratitude to the teacher
75	Love SongGReeeeN		A heartwarming song filled with gratitude
76	Graduation PhotoMatsutōya Yumi		A heartwarming classic that sings of youthful memories
77	Thank youIshizaka Tomoko		Graduation song by Mr. Ishizaka, who is active in Toshiba Scouts