Farewell Songs: Karaoke tunes to sing at a farewell party. Goodbye songs.
I think it’s common to hold farewell parties at life’s turning points—like graduation, job transfers, or retirement.
And at those farewell parties, it’s also pretty common to go to karaoke, right?
So in this article, I’ve put together a selection of songs that are perfect for farewells—songs you’ll want to sing at a send-off and songs that convey your feelings to someone setting off on a new journey.
I’ll be introducing farewell songs that carry messages of gratitude for everything up to now, as well as the feeling that you’ll keep cheering them on even after you part ways.
If you dedicate the songs I’m about to introduce along with your own heartfelt sentiments, I’m sure they’ll make a wonderful gift.
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[Farewell Songs] Karaoke tunes to sing at a farewell party. Goodbye songs (61–70)
Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Angela Aki
This song is characterized by its warm vocals and emotionally resonant message.
Released by Angela Aki in September 2008, it was also selected as a required piece for the NHK All-Japan School Music Competition.
Framed as a letter to her 15-year-old self, it conveys courage and hope for overcoming life’s hardships.
It is a piano-based ballad, notable for Angela Aki’s uniquely moving voice.
Loved by many as a song to sing at life’s milestones such as graduations and farewell ceremonies, it’s also recommended for karaoke as an encouraging anthem for those taking a new step forward.
Be sure to give this unforgettable song a listen—the gentle, heartfelt emotion will stay with you.
Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46
This song features Hinatazaka46’s translucent vocals that resonate deeply in the heart.
With graduation as its theme, it depicts fleeting youth and innocent, unripe feelings of love.
The bittersweet memories recalled in the season of falling cherry blossoms are sure to strike a chord with listeners.
Released in January 2025 as their 13th single, with Nao Kosaka as the center, the music video unfolds a fantastical world set on the day of a graduation ceremony.
It’s a track we hope those embarking on new beginnings with the arrival of spring will listen to.
This work is sure to offer a chance to look back on the past while taking a step toward the future.
planetariumIkimonogakari
The song “Planetarium,” which has accompanied many milestones in life, is a reassuring companion in sentimental moments like graduation and farewell.
Vocalist Kiyoe Yoshioka’s clear, pure voice gently envelops the sadness of parting while giving you the courage to take a new step forward.
With its gentle melody and deeply resonant lyrics, this classic continues to stay close to listeners’ hearts.
It is one of Ikimono-gakari’s signature songs that anyone who has experienced a farewell can relate to, and it still evokes an undimmed sense of wonder even when heard today.
Until we meet againHirai Dai
This is a moving ballad about parting, sung by Dai Hirai, a singer-songwriter who enjoys immense popularity among younger generations.
His lustrous vocals shine against the slow-tempo accompaniment, creating an emotional atmosphere.
The lyrics repeatedly express gratitude for meeting and a firm resolve: “We’ll go our separate ways from here, but we’ll definitely meet again somewhere.” I think it’s a perfect fit for scenes like graduation ceremonies, transferring schools, or even weddings.
DepartureGReeeeN
This song is filled with words of support for a lover who left to pursue their dreams.
It’s a track by the music group GReeeeN, released in 2008 as their sixth single.
The lyrics are written in down-to-earth language, and each word is easy to relate to.
If you’ve ever broken up with a partner around graduation, this bittersweet yet uplifting number will almost certainly resonate.
Give it a listen when you’re feeling sad or want to let go of lingering feelings.
GoodbyeOf course
Off Course, the band that featured Kazumasa Oda—who is also active as a solo singer.
Among their songs, Sayonara is perfect for graduation or retirement moments.
Set against the scene of a heartrending breakup with a lover, the performance unfolds with passion.
It’s precisely in times of loneliness that the powerful vocals and catchy melody give you a push forward.
Through Kazumasa Oda’s clear, translucent voice, you can also feel the earnest feelings for friends.
Try singing it with heartfelt emotion when sending off someone important to you.
Before you become a memorySpitz
When it comes to Spitz’s classic breakup songs, an early release, “Before You Become a Memory,” stands out.
The straightforward title alone is enough to bring tears to your eyes.
The lyrics, expressing a wish to see a smile before you become a memory, convey the sadness of parting directly.