[Song of Birth] A moving birth song wrapped in happiness
Childbirth is that moving moment when you finally meet your long-awaited baby, isn’t it? During pregnancy, mothers lovingly nurtured their child in their womb.
Seeing their newborn’s face, fathers felt more strongly than ever that they had become parents.
Having safely completed the birth, you’re likely filled with joy and gratitude now.
In this article, we’ve gathered songs about childbirth that we hope you’ll listen to during this emotional time.
Each is a timeless, moving piece that can bring tears to your eyes as you think of your precious child who has come into the world.
Please give them a listen to mark this wonderful milestone—the arrival of a new life.
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Birth songs that color the joy of childbirth (61–70)
Letter ~To My Dear Children~Higuchi Ryōichi
This is “Letter: To My Dear Children,” sung by Ryoichi Higuchi, which won the Excellent Work Award at the Japan Record Awards in 2009.
Since the song is from the perspective of an aging parent addressing their children, many people might wonder why it’s relevant.
But when you read the lyrics, you realize that it depicts the child-rearing that is about to begin as cherished memories.
The melody is very poignant, but if you listen through to the end, you’ll surely be able to savor the joy of the child-rearing that’s about to start.
To the futureayaka
Many of you are probably already excited to see what kind of adults your children will become.
In that spirit, we recommend listening to “Mirai e” (“To the Future”).
This song was created by Ayaka as the theme for the “Docomo Mirai Museum” commercial.
It sings of children’s bright futures and a mother’s deep love.
With its gentle, slow-tempo ballad style, it could also be enjoyed as a lullaby.
Incidentally, Ayaka is said to have written the lyrics while recalling her own childbirth experience.
Dear sunshine—my precious youHirahara Ayaka
Ayaka Hirahara’s “Ohisama ~To My Precious You~” conveys the heartfelt wish to keep protecting a beloved baby.
Released in 2011, the song was chosen as the theme for the NHK morning drama Ohisama.
Although it initially had no lyrics, a flood of inquiries led screenwriter Yoshikazu Okada to pen the words partway through, making Ayaka Hirahara’s vocal rendition possible.
It’s a song that captures the feeling every parent shares—that their baby, more precious than anything in this world, brings happiness simply by smiling and by being alive.
Miracle StarTeshima Aoi
She sings about the universe and life with a clear, resonant voice that lingers in the heart.
The lyrics are grand and profoundly deep, yet her singing lets them settle gently into your soul.
It’s a beautiful song, like reading a picture book with lovely illustrations—there’s no doubt it will move you.
AnniversaryYukano
Singer-songwriter Yukano, whose original song Goldfish Scooping written for NHK’s Minna no Uta became a hot topic, presents this very anniversary song, “Anniversary.” Its lyrics—“Let’s keep every anniversary in photos, starting from the day you were born”—will resonate deeply with parents everywhere; in fact, it might move you to tears.
And at the end of the song, where she conveys gratitude to her child while worrying whether her love is truly getting through—get ready to cry! It’s a song we hope you’ll listen to when you’re worn out from parenting.
By the way, Yukano previously performed under the katakana name “Yukano” (ユカノ).
When you search, try both spellings.
goddessyuzu
This is “Megami” (Goddess), a track from the 2006 album Ribbon, which Yuzu’s Kitagawa described as a hymn to women.
It’s told from the perspective of a man who meets a woman he loved in his youth after a long time.
Though she once seemed unreliable, she now shines with strength as she lovingly nurtures a baby in her womb.
The man feels the sanctity of life and realizes that he, too, was born into this world loved in the same way.
It’s a song that conveys the mystery of pregnancy and childbirth from a distinctly male point of view.
Because you were thereCrystal Kay
A heartwarming ballad by Crystal Kay celebrating the birth of a baby.
Her gentle vocals beautifully express the bond between parent and child and gratitude for new life.
Released in December 2015, the song gained attention as the theme for the Nippon TV drama “Wild Heroes.” With lyrics about feelings that transcend time and love that remains unchanged even when apart, it’s recommended for those who want to express gratitude to someone dear.
It also makes a wonderful gift for friends or family welcoming a new baby.