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 (1–10)
Us Again (Brass Band ver.)SG
SG’s beloved classic that accompanies seasons of graduation and parting has been reborn in a wind ensemble arrangement.
Its delicate emotional expression and powerful sound blend beautifully, resonating deeply with listeners.
Featured in a Calorie Mate commercial, it has also drawn attention as an anthem encouraging students preparing for exams.
Released digitally in November 2024, the piece captivates with the moving harmony woven by SG’s warm vocals and the Hanazaki Tokuei High School Wind Ensemble.
It’s a song that offers courage and hope to those facing farewells or taking a new step forward.
together; along with; bothWANIMA
A three-piece rock band, WANIMA, that energizes the live scene with straightforward, hard-hitting lyrics and a high-purity melodic hardcore sound.
This track is included on their second single “JUICE UP!!” and their second album “Everybody!!,” and it’s also used as the walk-up song for Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks player Yuki Yanagita.
Carrying a message that encourages you to keep moving toward your goals even when you feel like giving up, it’s a powerful sentiment that believes in the potential of a friend who’s moving on.
Its exhilarating tempo makes it a rock tune perfect for livening up karaoke—highly recommended for farewell parties and thank-you gatherings.
YELLIkimonogakari
Ikimono-gakari’s smash hit, often chosen for choir competitions and graduation ceremonies.
Many of the keywords used—like footprints, wings, and dreams—evoke the feeling of youth.
Since the chorus really soars, the trick is to sing the opening more softly.
Try singing with a smile so “goodbye” doesn’t become a sad word!
[Farewell Songs] Karaoke songs to sing at farewell parties: Goodbye tracks (11–20)
Sakura Clear SkiesYuri
Yuri’s “Sakurabare,” perfect for a farewell gathering, is a ballad that conveys both heartache and gratitude.
Born from the words of her fans, the song features deeply resonant lyrics that suit moments of graduation and departure.
Yuri’s vocals gently embrace the feelings for those who are going far away.
By singing this song with gratitude to parents and friends, it becomes the best gift to celebrate a new beginning.
“Sakurabare” is a heartwarming melody that will beautifully color any farewell scene and surely remain memorable for a long time.
Nameless Daysyama
Singer-songwriter yama, who keeps their profile private so as not to let their personal background interfere with the work, has a track on their first album, “the meaning of life.” The melody, delivered with an androgynous voice, and the delicate arrangement create a modern atmosphere.
Though not overtly direct, the lyrics evoke ordinary days and changing surroundings, and may resonate with each listener’s own memories and feelings.
It’s a song that feels like a crossroads in life—one you’d want to sing at karaoke with a friend who’s drifting away.
CorrectRADWIMPS
A song by RADWIMPS, the four-piece rock band that gained widespread recognition after handling the soundtrack for the animated film Your Name, which became a social phenomenon.
The song was created for NHK’s annual event “18-sai,” and is included on their major 7th album, ANTI ANTI GENERATION.
Its message—depicting farewells to irreplaceable friends and the life that lies ahead—captures the genuine feelings of 18-year-olds on the verge of graduation.
It’s a gem of a graduation song that we hope you’ll sing together in karaoke with friends who are about to go their separate ways.
Sakura, You, and Ituki.
A new song by tuki.
themed around springtime farewells, blending wistfulness with warmth.
Released in January 2024, this track comforts those facing graduation and the goodbyes that spring brings.
The gentle tones of the acoustic guitar and tuki.
’s soaring vocals convey the excitement of spring’s arrival and new beginnings.
The lyrics are striking, like snapshots of youth—a quiet classroom on graduation day, or the feeling that if time could rewind, you’d have talked more.
It’s an emotional piece perfect for a long spring night—be sure to give it a listen.