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A lovely graduation song

Stand out with Western graduation songs: moving songs that touch hearts in English

When graduation season approaches, do certain melodies suddenly come to mind? The days spent with friends, the mix of excitement and anxiety about stepping onto a new path.

Graduation songs gently wrap up those complicated feelings, don’t they? In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of Western graduation songs.

Expressions that resonate precisely because they’re in English, and universal messages that transcend words.

From timeless tracks that bring tears to your eyes, to songs that give you the courage to face forward—find the perfect music to celebrate your new beginning!

Stand out with Western graduation songs: moving English-language tracks (71–80)

GoodbyeSpice Girls

Spice Girls – Goodbye (Official Music Video)
GoodbyeSpice Girls

Spice Girls’ “Goodbye” is a must-listen for anyone who truly wants to say a heartfelt “goodbye” at graduation with no regrets.

The Spice Girls are an idol group, and this song’s emotions really match when girls are expressing their feelings to each other.

You might feel close one moment and awkward the next—whether it’s with the opposite sex or the same sex, that happens.

Just like this crisp, refreshing song, it might be nice to have a bright and uplifting graduation ceremony.

Don’t Stop Believin’Journey

For those of you who keep holding on to a belief and smoldering, or who want to take on a new challenge, I’d love for you to listen to Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’.” The uplifting vocals and bright melody really stand out.

Facing school or a new job on your own can be really scary, right? But this song will surely give you courage!

UnwrittenNatasha Bedingfield

Natasha Bedingfield – Unwritten (Official Video) (as featured in Anyone But You)
UnwrittenNatasha Bedingfield

Natasha Bedingfield is an artist from London.

With pop music rooted in soul, R&B, and blue-eyed soul, she has garnered a huge following in the UK.

Her classic song “Unwritten,” released in 2004, was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.

Its uplifting lyrics make it a perfect fit for graduation ceremonies, so be sure to check it out.

Lean on meBill Withers

It starts out like a hum, with a distinctive, almost staccato style of singing.

There are also parts sung passionately.

It’s a song that offers support, like saying, “I’ll come help you if something happens, so please let me know when you’re in trouble.”

End Of The RoadBoyz II Men

A ballad by Boyz II Men, who defined an era of R&B.

It tells the story of a man’s heartbreak.

The sweet vocals flow in an unbroken melody.

Around graduation season, sometimes you can’t avoid the moment of parting with someone you love.

Let these beautiful voices help you look back on your memories and release your emotions.

That, too, is an important step toward moving forward.