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)
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.
piggyback ride on the shouldersKumurisora
Singer-songwriter Kumurisora, who focuses on moving, tear-jerking songs.
Her track “Kataguruma” (“Piggyback on the Shoulders”) is another that brings tears—and makes you want to see your father.
Even if you don’t remember clearly, don’t you recall the scene of your dad lifting you onto his shoulders when you were little? The lyrics evoke those nostalgic images so vividly that you may find yourself in tears.
It’s a song that makes anyone suddenly feel a bittersweet nostalgia—and perhaps want to express gratitude to their father.
Classic songs about fathers: Father-themed tracks to enjoy with your kids (31–40)
Don’t cry, Dad.Kyūso Nekokami
“Naku na Oyaji” by Kyuso Nekokami portrays the sad feelings of a father who, before he knew it, became disliked by his daughter.
It’s included on their 2015 album “Jinsei wa Mada Mada Tsuzuku.” The song depicts a father whose daughter used to say “I love you, Dad” and be close to him, but who now looks at him with disgust.
Even though they still live together, he has no idea what’s going on with her lately and sinks deeper into despair.
It’s a song that sends a message of encouragement from Kyuso to all the fathers out there who might be in the same situation.
It’s okay to cry.Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto
Naitemo Iin da yo, sung by Momoiro Clover Z, is a song written and composed by Miyuki Nakajima that gently and warmly encourages people who are so busy they’ve even forgotten how to cry.
In the “Father’s Day ver.” music video released on Asahi Shimbun Digital, the figure of a father working to the point of exhaustion is portrayed, delivering a powerful message that there are times when it’s okay to cry without pushing yourself too hard.
My father’s songZushi Tamami
“Otōsan no Uta” (Dad’s Song), sung by Tamami Zushi, is a song of gratitude to her father, carried by an acoustic sound and a lively tempo.
Now an adult, the daughter has come to understand her father’s hardships and love, and she resolves to finally express her true feelings to him.
The playful, slightly bashful lines sung at the end—brimming with teasing charm—are irresistibly cute.
My dad’s emailKetsumeishi
The lead track of the album “KETSUNOPOLIS 9” is “Oyaji no Mail” (“Dad’s Text”).
There are probably more fathers than you’d think who’ve already reached retirement age and aren’t good with cell phones.
In this song too, the father clumsily sends messages of encouragement to his children.
Even if they’re adults and independent, to a father, his children are always his children.
They’re precious, and he can’t help but worry about how they’re doing.
Listening to this song might just make you want to visit your father back in your hometown.
To my fatherZushi Sankyōdai
Zushi Sankyoudai is a vocal trio of real-life brothers.
They’re known for songs that sing passionately to someone special, and as its title suggests, the track “To Father” is filled with feelings directed toward their dad.
While overflowing with heartfelt emotion, the song’s gentle melody is so moving it can bring you to tears.
The lyrics tighten your chest with their respect for a father who has always worked hard for his children.
The music video is made from photos of fathers and children submitted by fans, so be sure to check that out as well.