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 (1–10)
Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//
Feelings that are hard to put into words in everyday life—maybe this song can help convey them.
It’s a track by the band DISH//, also known for hit songs like “Neko” and “No.1,” released as their 14th single in 2021.
It was chosen as the theme song for the drama “The Winner in February: The Classroom of Guaranteed Acceptance.” The horn section sounds delightful, making it a very refreshing piece.
And the straightforward words in the lyrics leave you feeling positive.
Mother’s SongYoshida Yamada
A love that wells up for one’s mother precisely because we’re adults now.
It’s a love song packed tight with feelings for that one irreplaceable person in the world.
It’s a track by the musical duo Yoshida Yamada, included on their fourth album, “47 (Yonnana),” released in 2016.
The unadorned vocals and gentle melody are crafted in a way that can bring tears to your eyes without you even noticing.
There are things you never paid attention to before, but one day you suddenly realize, “She did that for me.” This song embraces that feeling.
Make it into a bouquet.wacci
Here is a soothing track by the pop-rock band wacci, who celebrated the 10th anniversary of their major-label debut in 2022: “Hanataba ni Shite” (“Turn It Into a Bouquet”).
As vocalist Hashiguchi says, it’s “a song like a ‘bouquet’ that lets you gift your gratitude to someone important who’s been by your side for a long time,” and it’s filled with heartfelt thanks to his mother.
Every lyric that says “I want to turn my gratitude into a bouquet and give it to you” feels like a piece of finely crafted copywriting.
The music video, edited from photos and videos of mothers submitted by fans, is a real tearjerker.
It’s perfect to watch together with your mom.
Thank you always. Recommended songs to give on Mother’s Day. Popular gratitude songs (11–20)
Thank You Mamaberii guddoman
This song features a warm, heartfelt melody that conveys love and gratitude to mothers in a straightforward way.
Each of the three members delivers an emotional solo part, expressing feelings for “Mom” from various perspectives—such as from a child to a mother, and from a husband to a wife.
It gently portrays mothers who devote themselves to their families and the appreciation that’s hard to express in everyday life, resulting in a piece that resonates with listeners.
Included on the album “Thank You,” the song was released in February 2025.
The album, celebrating the 11th anniversary of Berry Goodman’s formation, also includes the Hanshin Koshien Stadium 100th Anniversary support song and a tie-in track for NHK’s “Minna no Uta.” It’s a perfect song to gift with carnations for Mother’s Day or whenever you want to express your gratitude.
existenceWANIMA
A heartwarming song woven with feelings for a grandmother, perfect for Mother’s Day.
Released by WANIMA in March 2025, the piece was written specifically as the Mother’s Day campaign commercial song for the flower gift service “Hana Cupid.” Drawing on vocalist KENTA’s experience of being raised by his grandmother, it gently sings of memories in a seaside town and the bonds with loved ones.
Even within its powerful rock sound, the warmth of the vocals stands out, resonating with heartfelt gratitude toward someone special.
Together with the commercial featuring actor Shohei Miura, the song has become a hot topic, and many people on social media are saying, “I want my mother to hear this.” It’s gaining attention this year as a track to give alongside a Mother’s Day present.
dandelionMatsushita Kohei
With a gentle acoustic sound and a warm, tender voice, Kohei Matsushita delivers an encouraging song that resonates deeply in the heart.
Imbued with the desire to become a flower that blooms for a loved one, this piece brims with the purity of caring for someone and the wish to do whatever one can for them.
Included on the album “R&ME,” released in December 2023, the song was written and composed by Matsushita himself, who also created the album’s illustrations.
It’s the perfect track for expressing gratitude or quietly conveying your feelings to someone special.
A gift from GodSazan Ōrusutāzu
The ever-beloved Southern All Stars present a song filled with thoughts for parents and children, marked by its heartwarming message and distinctive melody.
Imbued with love and respect for Japanese pop music, this work was first broadcast in February 2025 as the theme song for programs commemorating the 100th anniversary of NHK’s broadcasting.
Included on the album “THANK YOU SO MUCH,” it is sprinkled with homages to various classic Showa-era songs.
With a deep appreciation for Japan’s storied music scene and a wish to pass on musical culture to the next generation, this piece is one to be savored by parents and children alike.
It’s sure to be a wonderful opportunity to express gratitude through music as a Mother’s Day gift.