[Emotional Song] A classic wishing for a child’s growth — a love song dedicated to my child
A birthday celebrating their arrival into this world, a wedding marking a new chapter… On your beloved child’s special day, you want to express the feelings that are usually too embarrassing to put into words!
In this article, we introduce timeless songs that are perfect for those moving moments when you feel the bond between parent and child.
“Thank you for being born.” “I’ll always be on your side.” “I will love you forever.” These songs are filled with kindness and warmth, so please listen while savoring the meaning of the lyrics.
You’re sure to find one song that resonates perfectly with your feelings.
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[Heartwarming Songs] Classic tracks wishing for a child's growth ~ A love song to my own child ~ (11–20)
To the children’s futureKetsumeishi
This is a gentle song by the hip-hop group Ketsumeishi that wishes for children’s happiness.
The relaxed, calm sound carries a warm message throughout.
It depicts adults reflecting on what they can do for children, conveying a sense of hope for the future.
Alongside the wish for children to grow up happily, it also offers words of encouragement to the adults striving toward that goal.
It’s a grand yet tender piece that hopes happiness will ripple outward and brighten the future.
4.11Kawasaki Takaya
Could it be that the motif running through all the songs by Reiwa-era singer-songwriter Takaya Kawasaki is “gratitude”? The track “4.11,” pre-released from Kawasaki’s third album, “Nukumori” (Warmth), has become a talking point for being a song he wrote solely for his own child.
The photos and videos used in the music video are also from Kawasaki’s private collection.
If you feel a bit shy about saying “thank you” to your grown-up child, let this song be your chance.
A highly recommended track that pairs gratitude with a touch of tears.
To the futureayaka
Ayaka’s “Mirai e” is a song that celebrates a mother’s love as she thinks about her child’s future.
Released in 2022 as her 16th digital-only single, it was featured in NTT Docomo’s commercial “Docomo Future Museum.” The lyrics are based on Ayaka’s own experiences in parenting, and they are likely to resonate deeply with mothers raising children.
The music video, starring Kana Kurashina, weaves in real parenting episodes, resulting in a heartwarming, gentle piece.
Family SongHoshino Gen
“Family Song,” released on August 16, 2017 by Gen Hoshino—an artist who excels as a singer-songwriter, actor, and writer—is a moving track that portrays the depth of familial love.
It also drew attention as the theme song for the Nippon TV Wednesday drama “Overprotected Kahoko.” With its positive message that “no matter what form a family takes, love and bonds make it a family,” the song warmly embraces listeners.
It’s especially recommended for moments welcoming a new family member or expressing gratitude to family.
Gen Hoshino’s gentle voice and heartfelt melody will make those important moments even more special.
BatonKobukuro
A baton passed from life to life… this song lets you feel that connection.
When your own child is born, you become a parent.
At that moment, you may realize just how much you yourself have been blessed and cherished.
I hope parents and children will listen to this song together.
It portrays the warmth and resolve flowing from parent to child—parents will rediscover their love, and children will feel that love and surely find the courage to move forward.
Dear sunshine—my precious youHirahara Ayaka
A song that was also chosen as the theme for a morning drama series.
Despite its simple melody, the lyrics depicting the bond with a loved one are moving.
If you relate this song to a parent and child, it feels as if a mother is speaking to her child.
Rather than talking to a newborn, it seems more like she’s addressing a child who has left the nest and moved away.
[Moving Songs] Masterpieces Wishing for Children's Growth ~ Songs of Love Dedicated to Our Children ~ (21–30)
Thank you for being born that day.NEW!Hiropii Famirii × Qaijff
This heartwarming ballad, a collaboration between the HiroP Family—who share the realities of parenting—and the piano rock band Qaijff, sings of overflowing love for their child.
Its lyrics are filled with a straightforward message of gratitude for the gift of life and the preciousness of everyday moments.
Released in September 2024 as a tie-in project celebrating the birth of the HiroP Family’s fourth child, the song is also included on the album “YOKU.” The work is accompanied by video footage capturing the family’s unfiltered daily life.
It’s a song for anyone who wants to relive the emotion of the day their child was born, or who is navigating the challenges of parenting.
Gentle piano tones and warm vocals give voice to sincere, heartfelt feelings.