Tear-jerking graduation songs in Western music. Classic tracks for graduation season and recommended popular songs.

Good FeelingFlo Rida

Flo Rida – Good Feeling [Official Video]

When you think of Flo Rida from Miami, Florida, many people picture him as the hitmaker behind party anthems that push a high-energy style to the forefront, like the smash “Low.” His 2011 global hit “Good Feeling” is also an upbeat, party-style track that’s quintessentially Flo Rida—but interestingly, in the U.

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it’s also known as a classic graduation song.

Lyrics like “giving up isn’t an option” and “I’m gonna make it” pack a punch for anyone facing the anxieties of graduation—parting ways with friends and wondering if they’ll be able to enjoy their new life.

The way the song conveys the theme of loving and enjoying life—simple yet difficult—not in a sentimental way but through an ultra-catchy track, feels so very Flo Rida, and it’s great, isn’t it?

Hometown GloryAdele

Adele – Hometown Glory (Official Music Video)

It feels like a song telling you, “Graduate, and when you come back here someday, the days you spent here will have become fond memories, so go with peace of mind.” It’s a simple piece with just vocals and piano, yet those two elements create a grand, expansive feeling.

ViennaBilly Joel

Billy Joel – Vienna (Audio) (Official Audio)

A song from the famous 1977 album “The Stranger.” The lyrics feel like an older person gently offering guidance to someone younger—some say it’s Billy Joel speaking to his younger self.

Perhaps inspired by the title “Vienna,” the accordion in the interlude lends it a fitting, Viennese atmosphere.

Young BloodThe Naked And Famous

The Naked And Famous – Young Blood

The Naked and Famous are a world-famous band from New Zealand.

Just like the title suggests, doesn’t listening to this song make memories with your friends from your youth flash before your eyes? This track was also the one that led to their breakthrough.

Rather than listening to it with a group, I think you’ll connect with it more if you listen alone and really take it in.

Time After TimeCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Time After Time (Official HD Video)

The ballad that sings of deep love and bonds—connections that transcend time—is known as a signature song representing Cyndi Lauper’s career.

Released in January 1984, it became a major hit as the second single from the album “She’s So Unusual.” With its universal theme and beautiful melody, it continues to resonate with many people.

The lyrics, which vow unwavering support for a loved one, are embraced as a message of hope and reassurance, and the song has been covered by various artists.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when facing a breakup or when you want to feel the bond with someone important.

I’m On Top Of the WorldImagine Dragons

Imagine Dragons – On Top Of The World (Official Music Video)

Their songs truly deliver music that resonates with people’s hearts.

I highly recommend this as a song to gift to children who are about to spread their wings! It echoes as if it speaks on behalf of parents who want their children to move forward in their precious lives without regrets.

The bright, dance-like sound is refreshing, making it a masterpiece perfect for playing during graduation season.

HappyPharrell Williams

Pharrell Williams – Happy (Video)

Pharrell Williams is an artist from Virginia.

In addition to his work as a singer and music producer, he is also active as a fashion designer, showcasing his multifaceted talent.

One of his signature works, “Happy,” released in 2013, gained popularity with its upbeat melody that, as the title suggests, evokes a bright, cheerful vibe.

Although it isn’t specifically about graduation, it’s widely loved in the United States as a classic graduation song.