[2026] Farewell and Goodbye Songs in Western Music: A Collection of Perfect BGM for Farewell Parties
Farewells—whether due to transfers, relocations, graduations, or other changes—come to everyone.
How about choosing Western music for the background music at a send-off party? Melodies that transcend language barriers naturally convey gratitude and well-wishes for a new beginning.
From tender, tear-jerking ballads to bright tunes that send someone off with positivity, there’s a wealth of Western songs perfect for the season of goodbyes.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of tracks—from timeless classics to recent gems—fit for various moments, such as parting ways with friends or farewell gatherings at work.
You’re sure to find a song that expresses exactly what you feel.
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[2026] Western farewell and goodbye songs: A roundup of perfect BGM for farewell parties (41–50)
Leave Me in the DarkAlexander Stewart
“Leave Me in the Dark,” sung by Alexander Stewart, is another must-check-out track.
This slow ballad centers on heartbreak and portrays a woman laying bare her feelings for a man who has left her.
A distinctive aspect is the somewhat hazy situation where she doesn’t understand why he walked away.
Try listening as you overlay that unresolved frustration with the loneliness of the breakup.
[2026] Farewell and Goodbye Songs in Western Music: Perfect BGM for Farewell Parties (51–60)
BoatEd Sheeran
It’s a song notable for its poignant melody and emotional vocals.
It’s a track from Ed Sheeran’s new album “- (Subtract),” released in May 2023.
The work was created by overcoming personal trials, and that experience seems to be reflected in the lyrics.
The music video—featuring striking scenes of being swallowed by waves—has also been released.
I think it’s a song that offers comfort to those who have experienced heartbreak or separation.
It’s also recommended for anyone facing a farewell with someone important.
Ed Sheeran’s soulful singing will surely give you strength.
Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life)Green Day
Green Day, a punk rock band indispensable when discussing the rock scene of the 1990s.
“Photograph,” included on their 1997 release Nimrod, is a song that depicts life’s turning points.
Its acoustic sound is striking, resonating alongside beautiful strings.
The lyrics, which portray life, are warm and will envelop listeners’ hearts.
It’s recommended not only for rock fans but also for those who enjoy classical and folk.
If you’re looking for a song for farewell party slideshows or entrance/exit music, give it a try.
Baba O’RileyThe Who
The Who, the quintessential British mod band and eternal teenagers.
For a farewell party, songs that let you savor the sadness and bring tears are nice, but I think a positive song like this—don’t cry, let’s keep moving forward—works well too.
A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton
A hit song released in 2002 by popular singer-songwriter Vanessa Carlton.
With its beautiful, memorable melody, it’s a signature track that defines her.
Some people may have discovered it through ONE OK ROCK’s cover.
It’s a good one to sing while conveying the lonely feelings of those left behind as someone departs.
Your SongRita Ora
A song brimming with the joy of love from UK-born Rita Ora.
Born from her friendship with Ed Sheeran, this track features a breezy, Caribbean-tinged electropop sound.
It vividly captures the exhilaration of romance, delivering hope and happiness to listeners.
Released in May 2017, the song reached No.
7 on the UK Singles Chart.
It earned platinum certifications in many countries and was cherished worldwide.
It’s the perfect song for cheering on those taking a new step forward, such as at graduations or farewell gatherings.
SAYONARAMary MacGregor
This is the ending theme of the film Farewell to Space Battleship Galaxy Express 999, created by American singer Mary MacGregor, who topped the U.S.
charts in 1976 with her smash hit Torn Between Two Lovers.
For this animated film released in August 1981, she wrote both the lyrics and the music, resulting in a roughly five-and-a-half-minute ballad featuring an impressive, grand orchestration by the Los Angeles Symphony.
The lyrics, which sing of the sorrow of parting and the hope that follows, are carried by her delicate and emotionally rich vocals, and together with the movie’s final scene, they leave a deep impression on the audience.
Showcasing the power of music to transcend borders, this masterpiece is recommended not only for anime fans but also for lovers of Western pop.