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[Family Song] A gratitude song that lets you feel the importance of family.

[Family Song] A gratitude song that lets you feel the importance of family.
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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.

[Family Song] A gratitude song that makes you feel the importance of family (1–10)

homeayaka

Ayaka / Home Music Video
homeayaka

Home, included on singer-songwriter Ayaka’s album Funtale, captivates with warm lyrics that convey the importance of family.

The gentle piano in the intro and her clear, transparent vocals strongly evoke the warmth and irreplaceable joy of having family.

The music video, which uses childhood photos to evoke a sense of familial love, enhances the song’s appeal even further—so why not give it a watch?

Photo albumNovelbright

Novelbright – Photo album [Official Music Video]
Photo albumNovelbright

Novelbright is a five-piece rock band from Osaka.

“Photo album,” included on their 2020 release “WONDERLAND,” is a track that makes you appreciate the importance of family.

The song features a bittersweet yet refreshing melody, and Takenaka’s emotional vocals strike straight to the heart, bringing tears to your eyes.

Just like the title suggests, the music video—crafted like a photo album of memories—is deeply moving.

Be sure to check it out along with the song!

Welcome back.ayaka

It’s Ayaka’s eighth single, released in 2008.

It was also used as the theme song for the drama “Absolute Boyfriend: The Perfect Lover Robot.” As an aside, Ayaka’s husband, Hiro Mizushima, also appeared in it, didn’t he? It’s a warm song about love for family and those dear to you.

It makes you realize how happy it is to have someone who says, “Welcome home.”

Family LandscapeHanaregumi

When I think of songs about family, the first that comes to mind is Hanaregumi’s “Kazoku no Fukei” (Family Landscape).

Nothing particularly unusual happens in it; it simply portrays the everyday, familiar scene.

It’s laid-back, and as you listen, you can almost vaguely see the family’s dinner table and their surroundings come into view.

It’s an ordinary scene, yet for some reason it really tugs at the heart.

It’s a song about family that I’d love for you to hear.

GIFTMr.Children

Mr.Children 「GIFT」 MUSIC VIDEO
GIFTMr.Children

A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of family.

This work from Mr.Children carries a message of gratitude and encouragement to everyone striving through their everyday lives.

Rather than framing things as binary oppositions like victory and defeat, light and shadow, it portrays relationships that complement one another, resonating deeply with listeners.

Created as the theme song for the 2008 Beijing Olympic broadcasts, it possesses a universal appeal that goes beyond a simple cheer song.

Whether you want to express gratitude to someone dear or find yourself at a crossroads in life, listening to it will give you fresh courage and hope.

Letter ~To My Beloved~Fujita Maiko

Maiko Fujita “Letter ~To My Beloved You~” Music Video (Full Version)
Letter ~To My Beloved~Fujita Maiko

This song by Maiko Fujita, a singer-songwriter from Nagoya, released in 2013, seems to have become a staple at “Rui-katsu,” events where people refresh their mind and body by having a good cry.

Of course, it also fits perfectly for the scene of reading a letter to one’s parents at a wedding.

The lyrics honestly express straightforward gratitude to one’s parents, and the piano-and-vocal performance gives it a charming, atmospheric feel.

KanadeSukima Suichi

Sukima Switch – “Kanade” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / KANADE Music Video
KanadeSukima Suichi

This is a heartwarming song themed around parting, growth, and bonds.

It begins with a farewell scene at the ticket gate and unfolds the narrator’s feelings for the important person who changed their life.

The commitment to maintaining their connection through music, despite physical distance, is especially striking.

Released in March 2004, the song was used as an insert track for the film “Rough” and as a theme song for a TV drama.

It also became widely known as the CM song for Tokio Marine & Nichido Life Insurance.

It’s a perfect piece for moments when you want to feel the bond with family or loved ones, or when you think of someone from whom you’ve been separated.

Sukima Switch’s warm vocals gently resonate with the listener’s heart.