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Farewell Songs: Tracks that sing various kinds of “goodbyes”

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.

In life, we encounter many kinds of farewells: breaking up with a lover, parting ways with beloved friends and mentors when moving on to further studies or a new job, and even losing precious family members.

Some farewells are sad, while others are hopeful—but saying “goodbye” is always tinged with loneliness.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs that capture the feeling of “goodbye” and gently accompany your heart.

From songs that heal the wounds of heartbreak to songs that cheer you on at a new beginning, we’ve picked out tracks that sing about all kinds of farewells.

Find the one that perfectly fits your situation!

Farewell Songs: Tracks that Sing Various “Goodbyes” (71–80)

The End of SummerNaotaro Moriyama

Naotaro Moriyama – Natsuno Owari

End of Summer by Naotaro Moriyama

A gem-like ballad by Naotaro Moriyama that gently sings of the parting that comes at the fleeting end of summer.

Released in August 2003, this work was used as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Netto Koshien” and reached No.

6 on the Oricon charts.

Its acoustic tones and strings weave a melody that resonates deeply, comforting those who carry thoughts of someone precious they have lost.

Like summer memories fading, it evokes the bittersweet feeling of memories slowly receding, while also conveying the strength to keep looking forward and walking on.

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Season farewellTokyo Incidents

season sayonara

Season farewell, Tokyo Jihen

This is a song included on Sports, the album released in 2010 by Tokyo Jihen, the band formed by Ringo Sheena.

Its jazzy piano, thrilling arrangement, and fast-paced melody make it a superb masterpiece.

Among songs that take “farewell” as their theme—which are often ballads—this might be considered an outlier.

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Good-bye to YesterdayHirai Dai

Hirai Dai / Good-bye to Yesterday (Lyric Video)

Good-bye to Yesterday Hirai Dai

It’s an emotional ballad that leaves a refreshing impression, like the sky after the rain.

Released by Dai Hirai in June 2024, it was unveiled as the first installment of his ongoing release project, “LUCKY BAG.” The song portrays the resolve to move forward after heartbreak, with a grand sound arrangement that stands out.

Hirai’s characteristically warm vocals and lyrics that resonate deeply are truly captivating.

The feeling you get after overcoming sadness is like the sky clearing up… each word of the lyrics tugs at the heartstrings.

This work is sure to comfort those who have experienced a breakup and give them the courage to look ahead.

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Flower Reportberry meet

berry meet / Hanadayori [Music Video]

Flower Dayori Berry Meet

A heartwarming love song by berry meet that gently portrays springtime farewells and encounters, like cherry blossoms scattering along with our memories.

Released in February 2025, this work is a gem of a message song that colors the fleeting yet powerful season of new departures.

It captures the loneliness of parting, feelings of gratitude, and hope for the future in exquisite balance, while its warm melody and mixed male-female choral work resonate deeply.

It will gently accompany those who are experiencing a farewell with someone dear or are about to take a new step forward.

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Lit by the moonDEEN

DEEN - Illuminated by the Moon

Illuminated by the moon, DEEN

This is a song by the male vocal group DEEN.

When breaking up with a lover as in this song, it’s not always the case that both people have sorted out their feelings.

In fact, the other person may even seem more attractive than usual.

Although it’s up-tempo, it’s a bittersweet track about the end of a romance.

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Goodbye, Ultimate WeaponThe Birthday

The Birthday – Farewell, Ultimate Weapon

Goodbye, Ultimate Weapon The Birthday

This is a maxi single by The Birthday released in 2012.

It’s an upbeat, refreshing track popular with fans, and it’s also included on their best-of compilation.

Unusually for The Birthday, the lyrics carry a strong message that real, flesh-and-blood human beings are the strongest.

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SignalWANIMA

WANIMA “Signal” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

Signal WANIMA

This is a song I really want you to listen to when you’re feeling wistful, remembering your school days.

It’s by WANIMA, a three-piece band from Kumamoto, included on their major-label debut album “Everybody!!,” released in 2018.

Their energetic sound and vocals have the power to blow away worries and anxieties.

When you’re worn out by something, or feeling lonely and wishing you could see your friends back home, let this song lift you up!

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