Thank you as always. Recommended songs to give on Mother’s Day: Popular songs of gratitude.
Mother’s Day, which falls on the second Sunday of May, is a day to express gratitude to our beloved mothers.
In this article, we introduce “songs of thanks” that can help you convey your appreciation to your mom on Mother’s Day.
A mother’s presence—someone who always accepts you with kindness no matter what—means so much to a child.
Even as adults, many of us probably still feel, “I just can’t compete with my mom!”
Why not send the “thank you” that’s hard to say face-to-face, together with carnations, on Mother’s Day?
She’s sure to be delighted!
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Thank you as always. Recommended songs to give on Mother’s Day: popular gratitude songs (61–70).
From 24-year-old me to MomMACO
People who live away from their parents or mother, or those leaving home to get married, will surely be moved to tears when they listen to this.
It’s a song by MACO, a singer-songwriter from Hokkaido, included on her 2015 album “FIRST KISS.” The lyrics express the sentiment, “Even if I were reborn, I’d want to be your child again.” If you give this to your mother, she might be happier than ever.
It’s a moving ballad that lets you once again feel the greatness of her presence.
Song of the Yoito-makeMiwA Akihiro
It may not connect with mothers today, but it’s a powerful song that could be said to have supported the foundations of Japan.
At the time it was banned from broadcast for using discriminatory language, but it left a strong impact.
You can see a strength that’s not about prettifying things—a determination to break free from poverty.
You can feel deep gratitude toward a mother who lived her life with all her might.
AlwaysNishino Kana
A song distinguished by its warm, gentle melody and lyrics that resonate with the heart.
The words remind us of the gratitude we tend to forget in everyday life, emphasizing the importance of phrases like “I’m sorry,” “Welcome home,” “I love you,” and “Thank you.” Released in November 2012, the track was also featured in a Sony headphones commercial, capturing the hearts of many.
When you want to express appreciation to someone you love or reaffirm your bond with someone important, why not give this song a listen? Wrapped in its tender vocals, you’ll feel a gentle warmth of love spread through your heart.
The Starting TownOzaki Hiroya
It was released in 2016 as Hiroya Ozaki’s first digital-only single.
That same year, he made a live appearance on TBS’s “Ongaku no Hi” and performed the song on television for the first time.
Written to tell his mother—who is Yutaka Ozaki’s wife and Hiroya’s mother—“I was happy, not lonely at all,” in response to her feelings of “I’m sorry for making you feel lonely without a father” after Yutaka’s death, the song conveys his gratitude to the mother who raised him.
motherIshida Yukari
They’re singing about gratitude from as far back as when they were in the womb.
That makes sense—before they were even born, they were loved and nurtured, wrapped in love as they grew.
It’s gratitude for being brought into the world and raised.
Now they’re saying they want to offer their own love in return.
It’s a heartwarming song.
Letter ~To My Beloved~Fujita Maiko
Released in 2013 as Maiko Fujita’s ninth single.
The lyrics plainly express gratitude to one’s parents, making it a moving song that is also very popular at weddings.
It’s a warm piece filled with thanks for being lovingly raised, for being scolded when needed, and for being loved.
A Ballad Dedicated to My MotherKaientai
It’s a hit song from the debut period of Kaientai, led by Tetsuya Takeda, who is also active as an actor, released on December 10, 1973.
It’s also a message song addressed to Takeda’s real mother, Iku.
It’s interesting that the piece is composed of a long spoken monologue in Hakata dialect from Fukuoka, Takeda’s hometown, paired with short sung lyrics.
The scolding and encouraging lines from Iku to her son Tetsuya are said to be taken directly from real events.
It’s a classic that makes you appreciate the greatness and gratitude we owe to mothers.
