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

Why Can’t We Be Friends?Smash Mouth

Smash Mouth – Why Can’t We Be Friends

The title might give a slightly lonely impression, but the theme hidden in the lyrics is that people can all become friends regardless of skin color or gender.

It’s a song I especially want those who are worried about making friends at a new school to hear.

With A Little Help From My FriendsThe Beatles

With A Little Help From My Friends (Remastered 2009)

To summarize this song, it’s something like: “You might fail sometimes, but give it a try—your friends will surely help you out!” I think that captures the nuance.

It’s perfect lyrics for students starting a new school! The tempo is relatively relaxed, and it’s especially great for scenes of interacting with upperclassmen or classmates.

Plus, everyone knows the Beatles!

Title HolderThe Interrupters

The Interrupters – “Title Holder” (Lyric Video)

The Interrupters’ pop-punk track “Title Holder” is a refreshing song whose message—“Live with pride like a title holder!”—really fires you up.

With a lively sound that blends punk and rock ’n’ roll and emphasizes an offbeat rhythm, it’ll have you wanting to start dancing before you know it.

Just like in this song, it’d be great to aim for the top in your studies or club activities and become a title holder yourself!

I’ll Be There For YouThe Rembrandts

The Rembrandts – I’ll Be There For You (HD) + Lyrics

A song that became a massive hit as the theme for the American TV show Friends.

Its brisk, refreshing melody and rhythm carry lyrics that are a bit rough around the edges but, above all, straightforward—piercing listeners to the core.

The music video looks like a lot of fun, too.

TodayThe Smashing Pumpkins

The Smashing Pumpkins – Today

It’s mid-tempo with a heavy sound, yet oddly light and refreshing—something only the Smashing Pumpkins could pull off.

It’s a song that sings about today being the best day, but behind that lies a theme of living each day without regret—a true blessing for those who are heading into what’s next.

Graduation (Friends Forever)Vitamin C

Graduation (Friends Forever) – Vitamin C HD

A new departure comes to everyone, but if you throw away your entire past, you cease to be yourself—this is the message embedded in the song.

She apparently wrote many songs with this kind of theme, making it a slightly bittersweet number.

It was reportedly used at American school dances, graduation parties, and ceremonies as well.

Dancing QueenABBA

ABBA – Dancing Queen (Official Music Video)

You want to welcome brand-new days with a positive mindset, right? “Dancing Queen” is such a catchy song it’ll make you want to walk all the way to school with a spring in your step.

Released in 1976 by the Swedish pop group ABBA, it’s been covered by many Japanese artists.

Its bright, poppy synth sound and their refreshing vocals are truly soothing.

The lyrics—encouraging you to forget the little things, dance, and have fun—speak to everyone enjoying a vibrant school life.

It’s a song that makes you crave the feelings and experiences you can only have when you’re young!