Western music that colors graduation ceremonies. English graduation songs that resonate with the heart.

Bad DayDaniel Powter

Daniel Powter – Bad Day (Official Music Video) [HD]

Daniel Powter is a singer-songwriter from Canada.

In 2005, his song “Bad Day,” an anthem for those rough days, became a huge hit and made him famous worldwide.

The song conveys that life doesn’t always give us good days, but it’s precisely because we have bad or unlucky days that the good ones shine even brighter.

Good Luck, Babe!Chappell Roan

Chappell Roan – Good Luck, Babe! (Official Lyric Video)

The new song by American singer-songwriter Chappell Roan, known for her cinematic, genre-defying musical style, is making waves.

Released in April 2024, the track portrays a secret romantic relationship and the complex feelings toward a partner who yields to societal pressure.

Roan reportedly wrote the song in three minutes in a burst of anger and emotion.

With striking lyrics and a catchy melody, it has exploded in popularity on radio and streaming platforms.

Exploring themes of heartbreak and self-discovery, this piece is a perfect listen for life’s turning points, such as farewell parties and graduation ceremonies.

AlwaysBon Jovi

Bon Jovi – Always (Official Music Video)

This is a song that was included as a new track on the best-of album released in 1994 by the globally popular hard rock band Bon Jovi.

It tells the story of a man who vows to keep thinking of his departed lover forever.

While it is a song of tragic love, its heartfelt and dramatic style also seems well-suited as a graduation song.

You Raise Me UpCeltic Woman

Celtic Woman – You Raise Me Up (Live)

Celtic Woman is a female group from Ireland.

They mainly perform music from their homeland, Irish music.

The original version of this piece is by a Scandinavian duo called Secret Garden, but Celtic Woman’s cover version became more famous.

It was released in 2005.

Ain’t No Mountain High EnoughDiana Ross

Diana Ross: Ain’t No Mountain High Enough (Ashford / Simpson), 1970 – Lyrics-Тексти-Paroles

Diana Ross is an American female singer.

She was essentially the leader of the Supremes, who were active in the 1960s.

She re-recorded this song—one she had sung during her time with the Supremes—as a solo version in 1970 and released it as a single.

The original was released by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell in 1967, but Diana’s version is by far the more famous.

It’s a striking song that conveys a resolute attitude: no matter how high the mountain, I’m unfazed if it’s for you.

Feels LikeGracie Abrams

Gracie Abrams – Feels Like (Official Music Video)

Sometimes graduation means parting ways with your friends, doesn’t it? That’s where I’d like to recommend “Feels Like.” It’s a song released by singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams.

The lyrics portray everyday moments with a fateful partner and the deep bond they share.

It’s a track you can relate to not just as friends, but also in relationships like lovers, seniors and juniors, or even with a teacher.

Give it a listen while paying attention to her clear, luminous vocals and the sound that captures the flutter of a racing heart.

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Born This WayLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – Born This Way (Official Music Video)

It’s a single released by Lady Gaga in 2011.

It affirms every aspect of human individuality and declares powerfully, “I was born this way, and I’m going to live in this style.” It doesn’t matter what others think or how different you are.

This song teaches the importance of living according to your own beliefs.