A Collection of Moving Graduation Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke! [Farewells, Friendship, and Fight Songs]

If you laugh at the skywacci

wacci “If You Laugh at the Sky” Music Video

Painted with a youthful landscape where wistfulness and hope intersect, “Sora ni Waraeba” is a song that resonates not only during graduation season but at every turning point in life.

With wacci’s heartfelt melody and lyrics, it adds color to the seasons of parting and new encounters.

The song holds a strong will to overcome painful experiences and deep gratitude for the cherished friends with whom we spent our days, forging a powerful bond with listeners’ own memories.

While looking back on the efforts made so far, it gives you the courage to take a new step forward and becomes a source of support.

This track is recommended for everyone who poured their hearts into club activities or studies.

It’s the perfect BGM for graduation and farewell gatherings—be sure to try singing it at karaoke.

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Aimyon – Futaba [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Even if they still look like budding leaves, their hearts are already in full bloom.

Aimyon’s warm message to 18-year-olds resonates deeply.

Released in March 2022, this song was created as the theme for the NHK special program “Aimyon 18-sai-sai (18 Festival).” Its lyrics, gently whispering “Sway sweetly,” offer comfort to young people feeling anxious before graduation and new beginnings.

Giving courage to face love and hardships, it’s the perfect song for a day of departure.

Sing it with friends at karaoke, and it will surely become a special memory.

It’s a song that quietly gives a nudge to everyone leaping into a new environment.

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Nishina – Seiran Yūei [Official Video]

One song that’s gaining attention as a track to listen to at graduation is a piece by Nishina.

Included on the album “1999,” this song delicately captures the experiences and emotions of youth.

Its heartfelt, poetic wording and refreshingly clear vocals captivate listeners.

It draws a parallel between goldfish released into a pool and those of us on the verge of graduation, conveying a message to keep swimming freely from here on out.

Reading the lyrics, which express a determination to keep moving forward no matter what, might ease the anxiety of taking that first new step.

With its relaxed tempo, it should also be easy to sing at karaoke.

cherry blossomKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “Sakura”

This work portrays bittersweet memories etched in the heart alongside cherry blossoms.

Released in 2005 by Ketsumeishi, a leading force in Japan’s hip-hop scene, it features their rich choral work over a hip-hop-style track.

The song depicts days spent with a former lover and expresses feelings one can understand only after becoming an adult.

Its wistful, nostalgic lyrics fit perfectly with the changing seasons.

Included on the album Ketsuno Police 4, it also received a Reiwa-era music video in 2021.

It’s a message song that suits farewells with loved ones and moments of new beginnings.

Beloved daysYoung Skinny

Young Skinny – Oh, Beloved Days [Official Music Video]

Young Scinty’s “Beloved Days” is a song filled with a warm message about friends and school life.

After visiting a high school to hear students’ voices and stories firsthand, the band created this track, making it especially fitting for the milestone of graduation.

When facing friendship, farewells, and new beginnings, many emotions intersect, and this song has the power to turn those feelings into something strong and positive.

Singing it together at karaoke and sharing the moment will deepen your bonds even more.

Let this moving and encouraging song leave its mark on your heart—and your friends’ hearts as well.

I wish March would last forever.Marchen Fantasia

Sangatsu no Phantasia “I Wish March Would Last Forever”

Marchen Fantasia is a music project where creators such as composers and illustrators participate, producing music based on novels written by vocalist Mia herself.

The digital-only single “I Wish March Would Last Forever,” released on March 18, 2019, features an ensemble highlighted by edgy guitar sounds that lingers in the ear.

The lyrics portray the bittersweet feeling that once March ends, we’ll be apart—something many people likely felt in their youth.

With its driving melody that’s fun to sing, it’s a pop tune perfect for karaoke during graduation season.

Graduation DayNamu Abeta-butsu

Namu Abedabutsu - “Graduation Day” (Official Music Video) Dedicated to all graduates

Namu Abedabutsu’s “Graduation Day” is a moving graduation song.

Rooted in the members’ real high-school graduation experiences, its lyrics convey those feelings directly, letting listeners overlay their own memories.

It features the quick turnarounds and driving riffs characteristic of punk rock, creating a dynamic atmosphere befitting a page of youth.

The distorted electric-guitar-and-vocal style feels fresh, offering courage for parting with friends and taking a new step forward.

It’s easy to belt out at karaoke and is the perfect track for looking back on memories together.