Masterpieces about fathers: songs about dads to listen to together as a parent and child
What kind of person is your father to you?
A workaholic, clumsy and quiet, someone with lots of hobbies and a great sense of fun, strict but truly kind at heart… There are so many people in the world we call “Dad,” and I believe each of us has our own image of what a father is.
As we grow from children into adults and reach life’s milestones, we come to recognize just how great our fathers are.
In this article, we’ve gathered songs that express newfound gratitude, unspoken feelings toward fathers, and pieces that sing about a father’s character.
Feel free to use these for Father’s Day gifts or to sing at karaoke as a present!
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Masterpieces about fathers: Songs about dads to enjoy with your kids (21–30)
Daddy’s SongImawano Kiyoshirō
Kiyoshiro Imawano’s “Papa no Uta” (Dad’s Song) sings about the gap between dads at home and dads working hard outside.
Released in 1991, the lyrics were written by copywriter Shigesato Itoi.
At home on days off, Dad might seem a bit sloppy, but outside he’s sharp and hardworking—and that’s really cool! The lyrics capture that feeling.
Many people probably feel the same when they look at their own fathers.
It’s a song that makes you feel gentle and forgiving: even if he lazes around a little at home, it’s okay if he’s out there working cool and confidently.
middle-aged manOkazaki Taiiku
Okazaki Taiiku’s “Ossan” (“Middle-Aged Man”) is a track included on his album FIGHT CLUB, released in October 2021.
The music video, featuring a total of 15 “ossan,” also became a hot topic.
The lyrics portray the physical and mental changes that come with age, along with a forward-looking, positive attitude to keep living well.
They’re sure to encourage dads who feel their bodies slowing down yet work hard every day.
Brimming with the humor and insight characteristic of Okazaki Taiiku, this song is a great way to express your gratitude to fathers who tirelessly support their families day in and day out.
father-in-lawhanawa
“My Father-in-Law” is a song that Hanawa, celebrating his 15th wedding anniversary, gave as a birthday present to his wife, Tomoko.
The song’s success reportedly led to a reunion between Tomoko and her father-in-law, who had gone missing when she was two years old.
The lyrics, expressing gratitude from a son-in-law to his father-in-law, have resonated with and moved many people.
A flower that blooms only hereKobukuro
“The Flower That Blooms Only Here” is a gem of a song that expresses gratitude to a great presence that sends you off with strength and waits for you unchanged.
Because there’s a place to return to, you can keep moving forward without breaking, no matter how hard the days may be—its lyrics, which vow that now is the time to hold your ground, give you courage.
It’s a supportive, cheering song.
Nobody’s HomeONE OK ROCK
Nobody’s Home by ONE OK ROCK is a song in which vocalist Taka sings about his feelings toward his parents.
It’s included on the 2010 album Niche Syndrome.
The lyrics reflect days when his parents were always watching over him warmly, yet he failed to notice and pushed them away.
Now that he’s finally able to recognize that warmth, heartfelt gratitude is overflowing from deep within him.
Especially when we’re young, it can be hard to notice not only a father’s feelings but those of the whole family.
But once you realize it as an adult, try expressing your gratitude clearly—just like in this song.
My Father’s Longest Daysadamasashi
Sung in Masashi Sada’s signature narrative style, “Oyaji no Ichiban Nagai Hi” is a classic that warmly weaves the journey from the sister’s birth to her marriage together with their father.
We’re moved by the son’s deep familial love as he gazes intently at his father, etching into memory the figure of a man sending off his precious daughter.
My heroSasayama Taiyo
No matter how old I get, my dad is a cool hero to me! Singer-songwriter Taiyo Sasayama’s 2021 release “My Hero” captures that admiration for a father.
Since I was little, he’s always worked hard—sometimes scolding me strictly, yet showing a playful side too.
I love my dad so much, and this song overflows with the desire to one day return the love he’s given me.
It’s a message to a cool dad, expressing gratitude and saying: I’ll keep doing my best, so please keep watching me!