[Family Song] A gratitude song that lets you feel the importance of family.
Parents and children, husbands and wives, brothers, sisters.
Even when we say “family,” there are many different forms, aren’t there?
In this article, we’ll introduce a number of classic songs themed around “family.”
These are all heartwarming tracks that let you rediscover the value and gratitude for “family” that you might not understand as a child.
If you’re thinking, “I want to express my thanks, but I feel shy—can I say it?” let these songs give you courage.
If you notice feelings that are easy to lose sight of when you’re together, don’t put it off—let them know, and let yourself say it.
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[Family Songs] A gratitude song that lets you feel the importance of family (121–130)
Daddy and Your ShadowŌta Hiromi
It’s a song from NHK’s “Minna no Uta.” The lyrics and music are by Hitomi Konno.
The song has very straightforward lyrics that convey important things to children.
Above all, we must not forget the earnest determination to live strongly.
Toward a Shining TomorrowKawasaki Takaya
Singer-songwriter Takaya Kawasaki gained sudden attention when “Magic Carpet” went viral and became a smash hit on TikTok.
His gentle, conversational voice lodges itself in your ears after just one listen, and every track leaves you enchanted.
This song, “Toward a Shining Tomorrow,” is another beautiful piece that resonates deeply.
Sung from a male perspective as if dedicated to his wife, the lyrics remind you how extraordinary our ordinary, everyday life truly is.
Even those who usually feel too shy to express their gratitude will surely feel inspired to try.
familyJam9
The song that expresses gratitude to a mother we’ve caused trouble for is “Kazoku” (“Family”) by Jam9, a hip-hop unit from Hamamatsu City in Shizuoka Prefecture.
Released in 2010, it was their major-label debut single and became a hit, securing tie-ins with nine TV programs on stations nationwide.
It opens with a poignant intro of acoustic guitar and piano, and the contrast between the light, upbeat rap in the verse and the emotional melody in the chorus is especially appealing.
Listen to “Kazoku” and find the courage to convey those heartfelt thanks that are often so hard to put into words!
Hang in there, big bro!Hanbaato Hanbaato
This is a song by Humbert Humbert about a slightly timid older brother.
It’s included on their album “Kazoku Koushinkyoku” (Family March), released in July 2017.
He’s a bit slow at everything and sometimes loses to his younger brother—at first glance, he seems unreliable.
But the younger brother knows the cool, unbeatable side of him and respects him from the bottom of his heart.
This piece is filled with a loving cheer: I’ll help you with the weak parts, so keep doing your best from now on.
Please listen while thinking of someone dear to you.
Family Song: A gratitude song that makes you feel the importance of family (131–140)
Thanks a lotLGYankees
LGYankees’ “Maji Arigatou” is a song that expresses gratitude to one’s parents and one’s own child.
Included on the 2011 album “BARIBARI LGYankees,” this track is a collaboration with singer Kazusei Yoshimi, who is also a former soccer player.
The song portrays deepening appreciation for parents who have given so much—happiness, love, and more—an understanding that sinks in even more once the singer has a child and comes to share the same feelings as their own parents.
Toward the child, it conveys thankfulness from a parent’s perspective simply for their presence here and now.
It’s a recommended gratitude song for those who have experienced life from both sides—as a child and as a parent.
I’ll be by your side even 100 years from now.Tīna Karīna
The song of gratitude to a mother, sung by Osaka-born singer-songwriter Tiina Karina, is “I’ll Be by Your Side 100 Years from Now.” It’s the title track of her second album, released in 2015.
The lyrics, which capture the complex mix of “thank you” and “I’m sorry” as she watches her mother age and grow frail, are deeply moving.
Since everyone experiences their parents growing older as they themselves grow up, many people can relate.
Why not listen to “I’ll Be by Your Side 100 Years from Now” and take the opportunity to express your gratitude to your parents?
Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi
It’s a song filled with a soul-stirring voice and deep emotion.
The lyrics, which express love and nostalgia for someone who has passed away, gently resonate with listeners and remind them of those they hold dear.
Released in March 2001, the song first gained popularity in Okinawa before becoming a nationwide hit.
Loved for over three years, it achieved the remarkable milestone of surpassing 1.2 million copies sold.
It’s the perfect song for expressing gratitude to someone important or remembering those who have passed.
Rimi Natsukawa’s gentle voice will surely be close to your heart.