Recommended graduation songs for men: tracks that cheer you on as you embark on a new journey
March is the month when we set out from dear friends and teachers who have supported us, embarking on a new chapter.
Songs that both celebrate graduates and give us the courage to take a first step are indispensable for graduation ceremonies.
In this article, we’ve compiled graduation songs recommended for men.
From timeless graduation songs with messages that resonate across generations and cheer on graduates in any era, to tracks performed by today’s most talked-about artists, we’ll introduce a wide range.
Please lend an ear to these heartwarming songs that gently embrace the anxiety and loneliness of parting.
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Recommended graduation songs for men: Tracks that cheer on a new beginning (71–80)
Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms flutterMafumafu
In the process of growing from a student into an adult, various worries and anxieties arise.
‘Dear Sir/Madam, On This Day When Cherry Blossoms Scatter’ portrays that inner conflict and the journey toward adulthood.
I imagine many male students have listened to it over and over.
That’s because Mafumafu wrote this song as the theme for Shonen Janmaga Gakuen.
It’s a high-energy piece that matches the lively vibe of a shonen manga magazine.
Overall, the tempo is fast and the melody stays in a high register, so it may be relatively difficult to sing.
cherry blossomKobukuro
Kobukuro’s song beautifully captures the complex emotions of those standing at the milestone of graduation.
Interwoven with the image of falling cherry blossoms, it delicately portrays unfulfilled feelings and the process of growing into adulthood.
It was released as a single in November 2005 and included on the album “NAMELESS WORLD” released in December of the same year.
Later, it was also used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Ns’ Aoi.” Loved by many as a song that accompanies life’s turning points—such as graduation ceremonies and farewell parties—it offers comfort and support.
Singing it at karaoke will surely give you the courage to look back on your memories and take a new step forward.
Song of CompanionsThe Mass Missile
Punk with a youth theme, commonly called “seishun punk.” Alongside bands like GOING STEADY, Road of Major, and FLOW, one of the most famous in the genre is The Mass Missile.
Their song ‘Nakama no Uta’ is a passionate track that expresses precious friendship in straightforward words.
Takagi Yoshiki’s gritty, shouted vocals naturally put you in a positive mood as you listen.
Although it’s a seishun punk song that boomed in the early 2000s, the sound doesn’t feel dated at all even to listeners today—so definitely give it a try!
cherry blossomKALMA
This song is dedicated to those embarking on a new beginning with the arrival of spring.
It starts with a gentle guitar, then draws you in as a powerful rhythm joins.
It portrays the anxiety and loneliness felt at milestones like graduation and school entrance, as well as hope for the future, by comparing them to cherry blossoms.
The youthful rock performed by the three members of KALMA will give you the strength and positivity to overcome any hardship.
Released in February 2021, this track commemorates the first anniversary of their major-label debut.
As a fitting anthem for the start of a new season, why not listen to it at graduation ceremonies or farewell gatherings?
GraduationKobukuro
Kobukuro’s “Sotsugyo” is a fitting song to celebrate new beginnings and share courage.
It eases the anxiety that comes with life changes and transforms it into a feeling full of hope.
Delivered by the powerhouse duo of Shunsuke Kuroda and Kentaro Kobuchi, it’s a deeply moving ballad.
Kuroda’s tall stature and sunglasses, along with Kobuchi’s guitar performance, are especially striking.
The delicate ensemble of piano and strings—like a live performance—evokes the scene of cherry blossoms fluttering at a graduation ceremony.
It’s a powerful cheer sent to everyone taking their first steps forward.
south wind
A junior high school graduation ceremony is a memory of a lifetime.
As a choral piece befitting such a milestone, I recommend Hiroshi Tomioka’s “Minamikaze” (The South Wind).
Its lyrics, which empathize with the feelings of middle school students, and its melody that evokes hope for the future create an unforgettable moment for the graduates.
Resonating in their hearts and giving them courage, “Minamikaze” is truly perfect for a graduation ceremony.
Composed drawing on Tomioka’s own experience as a teacher, this song gently supports students as they take their first steps into adulthood and watches over them with warmth.
Cherry blossom seasonEXILE ATSUSHI
Despite being so well-known that he could be called the face of EXILE, singer EXILE ATSUSHI announced in 2020 that he would focus on solo activities.
“Sakura no Kisetsu,” included on his third album Love Ballade, was released the following year as his seventh single.
The rush of youthful memories, the mix of gratitude, and the sorrow of parting are feelings anyone who has experienced graduation can relate to.
It’s a tear-jerking graduation song we hope you’ll sing at karaoke as a message to someone important.