Thank you as always. Songs I want to give on Mother’s Day. Recommended gratitude songs.
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. Songs I want to give on Mother’s Day. Recommended gratitude songs (11–20)
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.
Thank youOhashi Takuya
This is a moving song that expresses heartfelt feelings toward parents who have always been on your side.
It’s a solo track by Takuya Ohashi, who is also active as a member of the music duo Sukima Switch, released in 2008.
The song was chosen as the theme for the drama “Keiji no Genba” (The Detective’s Scene).
The acoustic arrangement pairs perfectly with Ohashi’s gentle vocals, resulting in a piece that quietly seeps into your heart.
It will especially resonate with those who feel, “I caused my mother a lot of hardship.”
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.
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.
Song of ParentsGReeeeN
Warmly depicting gratitude toward parents as felt from childhood memories to adulthood, this work by GReeeeN is included on the album “Shio, Kosho,” released in June 2009.
Its heartfelt reflections on beloved parents and gentle melody resonate deeply, carefully weaving the evolving parent-child relationship throughout one’s growth.
From memories of falling asleep after playing as a child, to rebellious teenage feelings, and the realization of parental kindness and love in adulthood—the song expresses the universal emotions everyone experiences while growing up in GReeeeN’s signature pop-rock style.
Frequently used for bouquet presentations and letter readings at weddings, it is also a song many choose to dedicate with care on special occasions like Mother’s Day and Father’s Day to convey appreciation to parents.
Thank youSun Set Swish
This work features a warm melody that gently wraps you in a feeling of gratitude, paired with straightforward lyrics that resonate in the heart.
It gently speaks to the importance of conveying a simple “thank you” and the feelings we hold for those who support us.
The finely crafted lyrics by the band’s leader, Junzo Ishida, quietly yet powerfully express gratitude to a mother.
Released in August 2007, the song was also used as the ending theme for the anime Big Windup! (Ookiku Furikabutte).
It is included on the album PASSION and continues to be loved by fans.
It’s a song we especially recommend to those who find it hard to say “thank you” in everyday life.
It also makes a wonderful Mother’s Day gift to accompany a present.
Thank you as always. Songs I want to give on Mother’s Day. Recommended gratitude songs (21–30)
A Song for Youpanchi☆yutaka
“Mom, thank you for everything.” Do you ever feel frustrated that you can’t get those simple words out? This is a song by Punch☆Yutaka that straightforwardly sings about the gratitude we’re usually too shy to say aloud.
After its release in August 2015, it sold over 10,000 copies through direct, hand-to-hand sales.
In April 2018, a nationwide single version was released.
The cover features professional baseball player Takuya Kai in a special friendly appearance, conveying a powerful bond.
It’s the perfect song for when you’re leaving home for a job or marriage, or when you want to express thanks on Mother’s Day.
Even if you find it hard to be honest, sending this song will surely let your mom know how you feel.