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[Thank You] A classic song expressing gratitude to one’s parents. A number loved across generations.
In everyday, fleeting moments and at life’s milestones, many of us feel the urge to express our gratitude to our parents.
In this article, we introduce famous songs filled with appreciation for parents.
They’re perfect not only for bouquet presentations and reading letters to parents at weddings, but also as a surprise on birthdays and anniversaries.
Why not send the thanks you don’t usually put into words, along with a moving song that speaks for your feelings?
[Thank You] Classic songs expressing gratitude to parents: beloved numbers across generations (1–10)
Song of ParentsGReeeeN
This is GReeeeN’s “Father Mother Song.” As the title suggests, it’s a message song written to their father and mother.
From childhood to the present, it’s a masterpiece that purely sings a heartfelt “thank you” to one’s parents.
It will make you want to see your parents and express your gratitude!
Letterback number
It’s “Tegami” by back number.
It’s a song that expresses gratitude to the parents who protected the singer since childhood—rejoicing even more than the singer when something good happened, and hurting as if it were their own injury when the singer was hurt.
Many people probably see their own parents in it and can’t help but shed tears.
A masterpiece.
Happiness ForeverNEW!MISIA
MISIA is a singer whose overwhelming vocal power moves listeners to their core.
“Shiawase o Forever” is a single released in 2013, a masterpiece written specifically as the commercial song for the wedding magazine Zexy.
It’s filled with the joyful atmosphere of proposals and weddings, and its grand, gospel-inspired chorus is truly moving.
The music video featuring Noriyuki Higashiyama and Kie Kitagawa also drew attention.
The song carries a warm feeling that naturally evokes both the resolve to embark on a new life and gratitude to the parents who raised you to this point.
It is also included on the album “NEW MORNING” and continues to be cherished as a wedding staple.
How about choosing it as a song to express thanks to your parents on your special day of new beginnings?
A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru
This is a song by Hikaru Utada, a singer-songwriter who represents Japan.
It was released as a digital single in 2016 and later included on the album ‘Fantôme.’ The song became a hit as the theme for the NHK morning drama series ‘Toto Nee-chan.’ Utada’s warm vocals gently embrace the hearts of listeners.
It is said to be a song about her late mother.
FamilyNEW!ORANGE RANGE
This is a song by ORANGE RANGE.
It’s a warm number that paints a picture of Okinawa’s peaceful everyday life and family scenes, expressing gratitude for ordinary happiness and the passing of the baton of life.
Written specifically for NHK’s Minna no Uta and broadcast from October 2018, this piece—created after the era of the album ELEVEN PIECE—features gentle string tones that resonate deeply.
It reminds us of the gratitude we come to feel for our parents as we grow up, and the preciousness of our unassuming days.
During the LIVE TOUR 018-019, it was performed with a choir, wrapping the entire venue in a warm atmosphere.
When you want to say “thank you,” something that can feel embarrassing in everyday life, this song will surely give you a gentle push.
A masterpiece.