[Parenting Song] A song dedicated to moms and dads working hard at childcare
Parenting doesn’t always go the way we hope, does it?
“How come I’m scolding them every day?” “I thought I’d be a more relaxed parent…” Many moms and dads probably find themselves regretting things as they watch their child sleep.
In this article, we’re introducing songs about parenting that we want moms and dads in the thick of child-rearing to hear.
We’ve gathered everything from moving tearjerkers to relatable, laugh-out-loud “parenting life” tunes.
If you’re feeling worn out, give them a listen.
May they bring even a little comfort to moms and dads’ hearts!
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[Parenting Song] A Song for Moms & Dads Working Hard at Childcare (11–20)
Don’t push yourself anymore.Asa
ASA’s song has been drawing attention as a track that supports moms and dads raising children.
With lyrics that sink into the heart and a delicate melody, it resonates deeply with listeners.
Released in April 2023, the song topped iTunes Store’s J-Pop Top Songs chart in several Asian countries, including Taiwan and Hong Kong.
ASA’s music captivates many fans with its deeply relatable phrases and unique worldview.
It’s a song to listen to when you’re worn out from the day-to-day of parenting or when you feel like blaming yourself.
It will surely stay close to your heart and gently encourage you.
rainbowSuda Masaki
Masaki Suda’s song, which was chosen as the theme for the film “STAND BY ME Doraemon 2,” also drew attention among moms and dads raising kids.
The lyrics, which candidly express a strong resolve and gratitude for walking through life together hand in hand, leave a lasting impression.
The melody crafted by Huwie Ishizaki is calm yet richly layered, and Suda’s straightforward vocals gently resonate with listeners’ hearts.
It’s the perfect song to send to a cherished partner—an encouraging tune that shares both the joys and hardships of parenting.
from now onHirahara Ayaka
This is a number by Ayaka Hirahara that conveys the resolve of moms and dads in raising their children.
Yoshiki Mizuno of Ikimono-gakari wrote and composed the song, and Seiji Kameda arranged it.
No matter how hard the parenting period gets or how much you end up arguing, the moment a life begins, parents make up their minds to raise that child.
That resolve can get covered by various hardships and sometimes grow weaker.
In those moments, Ayaka Hirahara’s warm voice will powerfully remind you of that resolve once again.
pupilaiko
A child’s growth is a great joy for parents.
At the same time, this song conveys a mother’s concern for the painful experiences her child may face in the future.
It expresses the idea that no matter how old the child becomes, a mother will always stay close to their heart.
It’s a song that conveys a mother’s deep love and gives strength to parents in the midst of raising children.
280 daysmasakimochi
What does it mean to become a parent? Listening with that question in mind, this is a song that fills your heart.
At the midpoint of his life at 40, Masakimochi experienced becoming a parent for the first time, and turned Andy’s 280 days of pregnancy into music.
Born from the artist’s own experience, this is a moving message song.
It carries a desire to share this universal yet extraordinary time with people all over the world.
The sense of responsibility that awakens with parenthood, the tender love for one’s child… the physical changes during pregnancy that men can’t fully understand, and the mystery of carrying new life.
The feelings from those days—spent with a heart dancing in anticipation of the child to be born—are portrayed with striking realism.
It’s a song meant for everyone who, even at this very moment, is eagerly awaiting the birth of their family.
If I can laughUrufuruzu
A heartwarming number by Ulfuls, brimming with the power of a smile.
The lyrics are packed with hints for overcoming life’s trials.
With a strong resolve—“I won’t give up, I don’t want to run away, I don’t want to lose myself”—it’s a message song that gives you the courage to face forward and keep moving.
When you feel like your heart is breaking under the weight of parenting worries, listening to it will surely save moms and dads as they face parenting head-on.
With this gentle, encouraging song at your back, don’t forget your smile—let’s do our best in parenting today, too!
[Parenting Song] A Song Dedicated to Moms & Dads Working Hard at Childcare (21–30)
When I was bornAdachi Mitsuru
This is “The Story of When I Was Born” by Song Letter artist Mitsuru Adachi, who conveys messages you want to tell someone by putting them into a one-of-a-kind song and speaking on your behalf.
It’s filled with gratitude toward one’s parents—feelings that are usually hard to express honestly.
It’s a song that makes you want to say “Thank you for raising me” to your parents, while also filling you with deep love for your own child.
