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[2026] Graduation Songs That Move People in Their 20s

Do you remember that melody that echoed through the gym on graduation day? The song we sang with our arms around friends, holding back tears—the nostalgic BGM that played in the classroom.

Graduation songs are a special presence that distills youth itself, aren’t they? In this article, aimed at people currently in their 20s, we’ll deliver a rich selection of moving graduation songs that will bring back memories—focusing on tracks released during the 2010s through the pandemic era of the 2020s, when this generation experienced graduation.

Please enjoy to the end, soaking in the nostalgia as if you’re going back to meet your past self!

[2026] Graduation songs that move twenty-somethings (21–30)

Until we meet againHirai Dai

An emotional ballad that portrays a heart holding back tears at the season of parting while believing in a reunion.

Sung by singer-songwriter Dai Hirai, the song carries not only the loneliness of farewell but also gratitude for having met and hope for the future.

It is included on his album “Slow & Easy,” released in May 2015, and his gentle, warm vocals resonate deeply.

The lyrics trace growth alongside the changing seasons and convey a positive message of meeting again with a smile someday, softly encouraging listeners.

It’s a number that can bring both tears and warmth, perfect for graduation exit scenes or background music for videos reflecting on memories with friends.

If you’re feeling anxious about the days ahead, try listening while thinking of someone important to you.

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spring skySuzuki Suzuki

【Graduation】Spring Sky – Suzuki Suzuki【Official Music Video】
spring skySuzuki Suzuki

A delicate portrayal of the feelings of farewell and new beginnings that come with the arrival of spring, this 2022 number by Suzuki Suzuki captures the protagonist’s wavering heart as they leave their familiar hometown for a new place, expressed through the warm harmonies only siblings can create.

The lyrics evoke scenes from school life—like chimes and notebooks—that overlap with listeners’ own memories and bring tears to their eyes.

The music video, featuring popular creators including ESPOIR TRIBE, also drew attention, and the song was later included on the album “313.” Its appeal lies in the gentle yet empowering push it gives to those feeling anxious or alone.

It’s a song that offers courage during graduation season, when parting with dear friends, and when taking the first step into a new chapter of life—be sure to give it a listen.

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Spring comes, and we become a little more grown-up again.sanmyu~

[Sunst. myu~] 5th single “Spring Comes and We Become a Little More Grown-Up Again” [FULL] [MV]
Spring comes, and we become a little more grown-up again.sanmyu~

For those seeking a song that gently accompanies graduation season.

Sanmyu~, who billed themselves as the “first pure-white idols of the 21st century,” released their fifth single’s title track in March 2014—a graduation song that delicately portrays the feelings of experiencing farewells with the arrival of spring, yet still finding the courage to look ahead and move forward.

At the time of release, the members themselves were graduating from junior high or high school, which made the emotions embedded in the song resonate even more authentically.

While rooted in classic ’80s idol pop, the vocals convey a subtle wistfulness, offering a different expression from their full-smile, upbeat tracks.

The song was also featured in a commercial for Karaoke BanBan and reached No.

4 on the Oricon daily CD single chart.

It’s a perfect choice for those looking for a song to perform at graduation ceremonies or farewell parties, or for anyone who wants a gentle push as they embark on a new chapter in spring.

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Graduation Song ~Let Me Say Thank You Over and Over~GReeeeN

I wish I could stay like this forever, but I have to set off…

This is a message song that sings of the bittersweet feelings and gratitude right before graduation.

Created by GReeeeN, it’s the coupling track to the single “Aisubeki Ashita, Isshun to Isshō o,” released in March 2014, and it’s also included on the best-of album “C, D desu to!?”.

It was featured in an AOKI commercial, cheering on the first steps into a new chapter of life.

Carried by a refreshing, warm melody, the straightforward lyrics make you want to say “thank you” over and over again, striking straight to the heart.

The harmony woven by the four voices is moving, making it a perfect song for a slideshow of memories with friends or an Instagram story to express your gratitude.

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March 9Fujimaki Ryota

Music that gently wraps the days we spent together and our cherished memories is perfect for the start of graduation, isn’t it? This is the solo version by Ryota Fujimaki of the song Remioromen released in March 2004.

Set to a calm tempo, it portrays the radiance of a new beginning.

Through images of cherry blossoms that come to mind when you close your eyes and metaphors of light illuminating the future, it conveys not only the sorrow of parting but also the feelings of setting off on a journey filled with hope.

Originally written to celebrate a friend’s wedding, it became widely known as an insert song in the 2005 Fuji TV drama “1 Litre of Tears.” This version was released in 2017 as part of Ryota Fujimaki’s solo work.

If you pair it with a message of gratitude or a memory video with friends, it may make those irreplaceable moments even more moving.

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