Recommended songs to give on Father’s Day: tear-jerking, moving tracks.
Father’s Day is coming up in June.
Have you decided how you’re going to show your appreciation to your dad?
When it comes to Father’s Day gifts, yellow roses are the classic choice.
But many people might feel a bit shy about giving roses.
So in this article, we’ll introduce recommended songs to give on Father’s Day!
How about sending your gratitude—something that’s hard to express in words—through music instead?
If you’re looking for “songs to give on Father’s Day” or “songs to listen to with your dad,” be sure to check these out!
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- [Family Song] A gratitude song that lets you feel the importance of family.
- [Thank You] A classic song expressing gratitude to one’s parents. A number loved across generations.
- [Memorial Song] A moving classic and love song dedicated to a beloved person embarking on a journey to heaven
- [Songs of Bereavement] Songs about losing a loved one. Tracks to listen to while thinking of someone dear
- [Emotional Song] A classic wishing for a child’s growth — a love song dedicated to my child
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- Tear-jerking masterpieces sung by male artists that I’d recommend to Gen Z
- [Parenting Song] A song dedicated to moms and dads working hard at childcare
Recommended songs to give on Father’s Day: tear-jerking, moving songs (61–70)
pupilŌhara Sakurako
When it comes to a female singer-songwriter known for her clear, transparent voice and gentle singing, Sakurako Ohara comes to mind! The songs she sings brim with strength and affection within their gentleness, and you can’t help but be drawn in.
Her song “Hitomi” is a piece that serves as a cheer song for someone important to you.
Although the word “father” doesn’t appear in the lyrics, the desire to be with someone dear who is working hard to chase their dreams is something your beloved father will surely relate to.
White lilies on my birthdayFukuyama Masaharu
A heartwarming song that deeply reflects on the meaning of a name given by one’s parents and expresses gratitude in its lyrics.
Released in April 2013, it is Masaharu Fukuyama’s 30th single.
Chosen as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama Tonbi, it carefully portrays the inner journey of a protagonist who, having once wanted to keep his distance from his family in his youth, comes to understand the depth of their love as he grows older and learns to openly express gratitude for their irreplaceable presence.
Like a pure white flower gifted on the milestone of a birthday, this work is infused with sincere feelings and is sure to resonate when you want to honestly convey thanks to your parents or be reminded anew of the importance of family.
Goodbyedōyō
The children’s song “Goodbye” depicts seeing off a father as he heads out to work and other activities.
The lyrics were written by Yoshimi Sato, a nursery rhyme lyricist and poet known for songs like “The Policeman Dog,” and the music was composed by Koyo Kawamura, the composer of pieces such as “Seagull Sailor.” In the lyrics, farewells are said not only to the father but also to friends and a pet dog.
However, it is by no means a sad song; it portrays the everyday “goodbyes” that arise from ordinary daily events.
Why not sing it on Father’s Day while thinking of fathers who go out to work for their families, come rain or wind?
The reason I was bornTakahashi Yuu
Singer-songwriter Yu Takahashi, known for his many warm, heartfelt songs.
His track “Umareta Riyū” (“The Reason I Was Born”) captivates with pure lyrics dedicated to his parents.
By using the kanji 産まれた in the title instead of the more general 生まれた, the song conveys a moving message of gratitude to the mother who gave birth to him and the father who watched over them both.
Takahashi’s gentle voice also conveys a tangible sense of family warmth.
Ariga juujuuHitoto Yo
The overflowing feeling of gratitude can’t be summed up by just “thank you,” a sentiment symbolized even by the song title’s repeated symbols.
As they look back on half a lifetime, they sing as if reaffirming their father’s appeal and proudly declaring that they still haven’t lost the memories of that day.
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.
Family SongHoshino Gen
Set to a heartwarming melody, this masterpiece gently sings about the small joys of everyday life and the connections between people.
Gen Hoshino delicately depicts scenes like morning light and windowsills, as if capturing familiar moments within a family.
Its message—embracing bonds that go beyond blood ties and accepting the diversifying forms of family with warmth—resonates deep within.
Released in August 2017, the song was used as the theme for the Nippon TV drama “Overprotected Kahoko” and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Its distinctive sound, which skillfully incorporates elements of late-1960s to early-1970s soul music, is another draw.
It’s a gem that stays close to the feeling of wishing happiness for someone important to you, so why not listen to it in a quiet moment alone? Its gentle sound may even move you to tears.