Classic Western Songs to Gift for the 2025 Entrance Ceremony: For the Big Day

Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson – Thriller – Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’

This is Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’ by Michael Jackson, the King of Pop.

The title, which suggests wanting to start something, is striking, and it’s the perfect song for an entrance ceremony where a new school life is about to begin.

The uptempo track paired with Michael’s high, powerful vocals is super cool—an entrance song that sets a stylish tone!

One That Got AwayMichael Ray

Michael Ray – “One That Got Away” (Official Music Video)

This is an uplifting song by Michael Ray, known as a country music singer, released in 2018 and recommended for graduation ceremonies.

Its refreshing sound perfectly matches his expansive vocal style.

Just listening to it can lift your spirits, so give it a try when you’re feeling down.

Also, don’t miss the cool guitar solo in the middle of the track.

StarlightMuse

Muse – Starlight [Official Music Video]

MUSE often has relatively dark themes and tones.

However, I think their melodic sense shines most in brighter songs.

Their sound design, which evokes new departures and fresh beginnings, is something I’d love to hear at an entrance ceremony.

While it doesn’t have much speed, it’s a track that leaves you feeling refreshed.

UnwrittenNatasha Bedingfield

Natasha Bedingfield – Unwritten (Official Video) (as featured in Anyone But You)

A song whose melody, arrangement, and of course lyrics are all wonderful.

It feels like it encourages those who are anxious about starting a new life, telling them that the new story beginning here today is still a blank page.

It doesn’t just coddle you; it carries the message that only you can fill in that blank.

You Get What You GiveNew Radicals

New Radicals – You Get What You Give (Official Music Video)

A song that blows away any anxieties.

A simple beat, an irresistibly pop sound, and a distinctive, floating melody.

Just listening to it makes you feel happy.

It’s perfect for entrance ceremonies and the start of new days.

The ShowNiall Horan

Niall Horan – The Show (Official Video)

A school entrance ceremony celebrates the first step into a new life that begins with the arrival of spring.

A perfect soundtrack for such a special day is the title track from Niall Horan’s new masterpiece The Show, released in 2023.

It’s a beautiful song that showcases Niall’s growth as a songwriter—a warm, heartfelt ballad that resonates with listeners.

His sincere reflections on life’s challenges and successes, and the delicate balance between them, will evoke deep empathy in those embarking on a new chapter.

Like the gentle sunshine of spring, it’s a highly recommended song to color the start of a new season.

WhateverOasis

Oasis – Whatever (Official Video)

At an entrance ceremony—a milestone moment in life—you naturally want to hear music that lifts your spirits.

“Whatever,” released in 1994 by the British rock band Oasis, is a song that makes you realize the importance of putting in the effort.

Its moving string arrangement is striking and gives the track a sense of expansiveness.

The lyrics, which tell you that you can become anything, offer hints for everyone about to throw themselves into clubs or studies.

It’s a number that will help students start their new lives feeling fresh and upbeat.