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 songs to sing at a farewell party. Goodbye tracks (81–90)
Song of the WheelsBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN’s “Sharin no Uta” is a song that captures the loneliness of parting while also conveying an encouraging sense of stepping forward into a new future.
Its light, pleasant melody makes you want to hum along.
At the same time, the lyrics are sprinkled with poignancy that gently stirs the listener’s emotions.
It links the complex feelings of the one who sees someone off with a message that is both gentle and strong, giving a push to the person setting out.
Even while dealing with the sensitive moment of farewell, BUMP OF CHICKEN delivers a gem of a song that leaves you with a warm feeling.
Let the cherry blossoms bloomstorm

This is the perfect song to give to someone who’s moving on after a farewell and striving in a new place—the signature hit by Arashi! “The cherry blossoms bloom” doesn’t just literally mean the flowers are blooming; like how it can mean passing an entrance exam, it signifies that something you’ve challenged yourself with has gone well.
That kind of forward-looking spirit is packed throughout the lyrics.
And before you take off running in a new place, there’s almost always a farewell to your current environment and friends.
This song carries a powerful message: “Even after we part ways, the bonds we’ve built won’t disappear—so keep your head up and keep running forward!”
Farewell SongI won't forget

Wasureranneyo is a rock band that, while currently operating as the solo project of vocalist-guitarist Takahiro Shibata, has garnered support from numerous prominent figures.
Their song “Wakare no Uta,” included as a new track on the best-of album Wasureranneyo no Kore made to, Kore kara, is a refreshing number with a rock sound truly fitting for the album’s opening.
The story depicting a farewell with a friend who ran alongside them through their youth vividly evokes the scene of a graduation ceremony.
It’s a rock tune that portrays a positive parting, with a heartfelt cheer sent to someone who is moving on, sure to stir the soul.
Under the same skyAyaka

“Everyone Under the Sky” is a song Ayaka wrote for a friend.
In the lyrics, she speaks to someone dear, telling them how wonderful they are, and, as the title suggests, offers encouragement with the message: “Even if we’re apart, we’re all under the same sky.” Leaving a familiar place can feel unsettling and lonely, even when it’s your own decision.
But listening to this song, you’ll remember your steadfast friends whenever you look up at the sky, and feel ready to keep going.
It’s a perfect gift to send someone off on their new journey.
Primal.THE YELLOW MONKEY

A song perfectly suited for March, the season of farewells and new encounters.
Just as the cold winter air begins to take on warmth, it simultaneously portrays the bittersweetness of setting out and the hopeful expectations for a bright future.
As a karaoke choice, it could serve as an anthem of encouragement for everyone navigating times of change.
Both the sound and the lyrics resonate deeply, sure to evoke moving emotions that fit graduation and farewell scenes.
The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka46

A Nogizaka46 song that gently envelops a heartrending farewell scene.
Released in November 2016, it is also known as the center song for Nanami Hashimoto.
The piano melody and clear, translucent vocals beautifully portray the moment of parting.
With a tone that also conveys the strength to overcome farewells, it’s perfect for graduations and send-offs.
It was performed on the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen and has received strong support from fans.
This is a song that stays close to those experiencing a farewell with someone important.
As you stand on the brink of a new beginning, why not listen to this track and find the courage to face forward?
[Farewell Songs] Karaoke songs to sing at a farewell party. Goodbye songs (91–100)
OmoidamaKanjani Eight

Many people choose to part ways to pursue their dreams, such as further education or starting a career.
A perfect cheer-up song for them is “Omoidama.” It’s a track written by Kanjani Eight as the theme song for the Summer Koshien high school baseball tournament.
The encouragement woven into the lyrics is sure to move you.
By the way, the title is written in katakana so that listeners can add their own interpretations and relate to it in their own way.
Find your own meaning and sing it with feeling! It’s also recommended as a song that’s easy for male voices to harmonize on.






