Tear-jerking classic graduation songs! Recommended tracks for graduation movie BGM
At graduation, it’s common to give a graduation video: from graduates to the teachers who supported them, from teachers to their students, or from current students to the graduating class.
A slideshow that looks back on memories or a message video dedicated to those who helped you is perfect for expressing gratitude.
But one thing many people struggle with when making such videos is choosing the BGM.
So, here are some songs that are perfect for the upcoming graduation season! Pick one track that conveys your feelings.
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Cry your eyes out with classic graduation songs! Recommended tracks for graduation movie BGM (81–90)
DepartureFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
A heartwarming song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS that sings of the courage and hope to take a new step in life.
The lyrics convey the strength to move forward—cherishing your true self while overcoming memories of the past and anxieties about the future.
Released in March 2008 and reaching No.
10 on the Oricon charts, it was also used as the theme song for the film “Bokutachi to Chuzaisan no 700-nichi Sensou” (The 700-Day War: Us and the Police Officer).
Embraced as a song that stands by and encourages people at life’s turning points—such as graduations and company induction ceremonies—it continues to be loved by many to this day.
Best FriendKiroro
It’s a song filled with gratitude toward a friend—thank you for always being there and supporting me.
Have you ever felt cheered up just by seeing someone’s smile when you’re having a hard time? It overflows with appreciation for the way my friend’s smile gave me strength.
BELIEVESugimoto Ryuichi
Hasn’t everyone sung it at school at least once? “BELIEVE” is a choral piece written and composed by Ryuichi Sugimoto.
It’s used not only in music classes but sometimes in moral education classes as well.
That’s how full it is of important things—things we don’t want to forget as human beings.
The composer, Sugimoto, is said to have imbued the song with the message of “the importance of believing.” If you play this song while looking back on your school life, it will surely remind you of what truly matters.
Amazing GraceSakkyokusha fushō
This is a classic hymn beloved around the world and covered by many singers.
The original lyrics were written by the English clergyman John Newton and are said to have been sung for the first time at a worship service in January 1773.
The melody familiar today spread in 19th-century America as a folk tune, eventually joining with the lyrics to become a global standard.
Widely used in films, TV dramas, memorial services, and other scenes symbolizing prayer and renewal, this piece is also a perfect fit for the solemn mood of a graduation ceremony.
Why not play it, filled with gratitude and hope, for children setting out on a new path?
The happiest treasuresutopuri
As a heartwarming song that adds color to the graduation season, Sutopuri’s vocals resound.
Vividly depicting the March scenery of dancing cherry blossoms, it gently sings of memories with friends and hopes for the future.
Released in March 2023, the song was unveiled as a surprise during the group’s nationwide arena tour at Yokohama Arena.
Born from a collaboration with HoneyWorks, the fresh melody will gently encourage not only those graduating, but everyone taking a new step forward.
If you’re experiencing farewells with loved ones or embracing new encounters, please give this song a listen—it’s a sincere cheer from the heart.
Song Yellyuzu
With the uniquely heartwarming touch that only Yuzu can deliver, “Uta Yell” is a cheer song beloved as entrance music for athletes and even at the Olympics.
It was released as a single in 2018.
Its bright atmosphere and hope-filled message are incredibly encouraging.
It brings a sense of unity that everyone can enjoy together, overlapping with the excitement of getting ready, and it lifts the mood as you head into ceremonies and parties! It also fits perfectly as background music, so if you use it in a graduation video, tears are guaranteed.
Be sure to color your moving scenes and bright future with “Uta Yell.”
Burst into tears with classic graduation songs! Recommended tracks for graduation movie BGM (91–100)
Let the cherry blossoms bloomYoshida Yamada
This song was also the ending theme for the anime adaptation of ‘Hinomaru Sumo,’ which ran in Weekly Shonen Jump.
Rather than focusing on ‘farewells,’ its theme is ‘new beginnings,’ making it a supportive anthem that powerfully backs those taking their first steps from spring.
It’s filled with a passionate message for people striving to move forward.