Western music entrance ceremony song rankings [2025]

A Million DreamsThe Greatest Showman Cast36rank/position

The Greatest Showman Cast – A Million Dreams (Official Audio)

Here is a moving song that sings of dreams and hope.

With its grand orchestration and deeply resonant melody, it captivates listeners and doesn’t let go.

Included on the soundtrack for the film The Greatest Showman, released in December 2017, it portrays the protagonist’s inner passion and hope for the future.

This piece teaches us the beauty of pursuing our dreams.

It’s a song I especially recommend to those starting a new chapter in life or striving toward a big goal.

BreakawayKelly Clarkson37rank/position

Kelly Clarkson – Breakaway (VIDEO)

Although this song is often described as a graduation anthem, there’s a video of a flash mob at a school in the UK where current students dance to it at the entrance ceremony, and it’s gradually catching on for entrance ceremonies as well.

The straightforward lyrics really hit home.

All StarSmash Mouth38rank/position

All Star

It seems to refer to the stars in the night sky and, as a metaphor, to ordinary people, but in fact it’s singing about the players who appear in the All-Star Game held around the middle of the baseball season.

Still, the song’s vibe is just right, and the lyrics are positive—I think it’s something I could recommend to new students starting school.

The overall feel is just right too! The ska-like intro is particularly distinctive.

Starting OverChris Stapleton39rank/position

Chris Stapleton – Starting Over (Official Music Video)

Perfect for celebrating a fresh start in spring is “Starting Over,” the title track from Chris Stapleton’s album Starting Over.

Released in November 2020, the song features a warm acoustic guitar and a comforting melody.

The lyrics repeatedly use the phrase “starting over,” portraying a positive outlook on both challenges and opportunities.

It’s sure to give strong support to anyone beginning a new chapter in life.

For those standing at the starting line of a new beginning—such as an entrance ceremony—this song will fill you with confidence and hope.

my futureBillie Eilish40rank/position

Billie Eilish – my future (Official Music Video)

Billie Eilish, a singer with fans all over the world thanks to her unique sound.

Her 2020 release “my future” is a ballad with an ambient vibe.

While she rose to stardom with songs like “bad guy,” her calmer sound is just as compelling.

The lyrics, which tell of deciding to part ways in order to live true to oneself, are perfect for anyone looking to make a change at the milestone of starting school.

Listening to her nostalgic vocals evokes both a tender wistfulness and a sense of hope for the future.

Shake It OutFlorence & The Machine41rank/position

Florence + The Machine – Shake It Out

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call it Florence and the Machine’s greatest masterpiece.

There will be many hardships in the life ahead, but never belittle yourself—stay positive and keep striving with single-minded effort.

That’s what this song is about.

One DayMatisyahu42rank/position

Matisyahu – One Day (YouTube Version)

This song sings of peace with reggae’s distinctive laid-back rhythm and melody.

Even though it marks a new departure, today is just one day—and it’s a song that encourages us to live this day positively for the many days yet to come.

It’s the kind of song that only hedonistic funk and reggae can truly express.