[Thank You] A song for grandpa and grandma: a classic that makes you want to express your gratitude
We’d like to introduce “Songs for Grandpa and Grandma,” which capture feelings of gratitude and cherished memories for grandparents.
These are perfect for moments when you think of the two of them or for occasions like Respect for the Aged Day when you want to express your everyday appreciation.
From songs that feel like heartfelt letters of thanks, to humorous tracks that portray unique grandparents, to moving pieces dedicated to grandparents who have passed away—we’ve gathered a rich selection.
Even if they live far away and you can’t see them often, a grandchild is always someone special to them.
Just a phone call or a quick visit to show your face will surely make them happy.
Take this opportunity to share your feelings with them.
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[Thank You] Songs for Grandfathers and Grandmothers: Classic Tracks That Make You Want to Express Your Gratitude (1–10)
Because you are hereUru
A ballad by Uru that portrays gratitude and a strong bond with someone precious.
Its warm melody and heartfelt lyrics resonate deeply with listeners.
Released as a digital single in February 2020, it was also used as the theme song for the TBS Sunday drama “Theseus no Fune” (Theseus’ Ship), capturing the hearts of many.
The song expresses a powerful desire to save a loved one crying alone in the darkness, as well as the feeling that their presence is a source of support, giving listeners courage and hope.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to feel the bond with your beloved grandparents or convey your gratitude.
Letterback number
A heartwarming ballad that expresses gratitude to one’s parents.
Its simple melody and deeply emotional lyrics gently resonate with listeners.
Released in August 2015, the song was also used in an NTT Docomo commercial, moving many people.
The cover photo was taken by vocalist Iyori Shimizu in his hometown of Ota City, Gunma Prefecture.
The lyrics weave memories of familiar landscapes together with heartfelt thanks to a cherished person.
It’s a perfect listen when you want to reaffirm family bonds or convey your feelings to parents far away.
Basking in love, I am here.C&K
I said selfish things and acted coldly…
Yet you were always there, watching over me with warmth.
This is a song by the male vocal duo C&K that directly expresses gratitude to grandparents.
It was released in 2013 as their eighth single.
The bright tone and memorable melody stand out.
However, it also reflects on parting and what comes after, leaving you with a bittersweet feeling by the time it ends.
It makes me feel that I have to express my gratitude as much as I can, while I still can.
[Thank You] Songs for Grandpas and Grandmas: Famous Tracks That Make You Want to Express Your Gratitude (11–20)
SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song celebrates the preciousness of life and the wonder of living.
The world is filled with conflict, resentment, insults, and various painful, difficult events.
Faced with situations where the future is unclear, there may be moments when you consider stopping and not moving forward.
The message embedded in this piece—“Believe in yourself and never give up, because it will surely lead to a brighter future”—will give you strength to overcome hardships.
Released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in July 2023, this song was chosen as the theme for the film From Siberia With Love (Lageri yori Ai wo Komete).
It’s the perfect track for times when you want to reflect on your grandparents, who have continued to support you even in difficult times.
threadNakajima Miyuki
A song by Miyuki Nakajima known as a masterpiece that resonates deeply in people’s hearts.
Its striking lyrics cleverly liken encounters and the bonds of life to threads.
It was included on the 1992 album “EAST ASIA” and released as a single in February 1998.
It was later chosen as the theme song for the drama “Seija no Koushin,” and drew renewed attention with the release of the film of the same name in 2020.
Now a staple for moving scenes—such as weddings or farewells with loved ones—this work also evokes gratitude for cherished grandparents.
Grandpa and Grandma’s weddingET-KING
ET-KING is a hip-hop unit.
Their song “Ojīchan to Obāchan no Kekkonshiki” (Grandpa and Grandma’s Wedding) is included on their family-themed album Kazoku Kashū (Family Song Collection).
The track depicts the warm relationship between the grandparents and imagines how they first met and what their wedding was like.
It’s not only moving to listen to, but it might also spark conversations about family memories.
With its laid-back melody, it’s perfect for when you want to relax.
Gentle Memories ~Everlasting II~Aqua Timez
This is a song by Aqua Timez themed around the bonds passed down within a family.
It portrays the words given by a grandfather and those given by a father, conveying the realization that each lived with deep affection, and the narrator’s resolve to carry those words in their own heart.
Though the words differ, the feelings behind them are the same, speaking to the idea that love is something that is inherited.
It’s a song that teaches the importance of cherishing family and building up memories that you can look back on as wonderful.
