[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?
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[Thank You] Classic songs expressing gratitude to parents. Beloved across generations (81–90)
MotherEINSHTEIN (Ainshutain)
Einstein began his music career at the age of 14.
While many of his songs have a warm atmosphere, the one that’s especially known for bringing listeners to tears is “Mother.” It’s structured like a letter in which Einstein himself expresses gratitude to his mother.
We all go through rebellious phases or fight with our parents at times, but the unchanging love between parent and child is beautifully portrayed.
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to use this song as a way to express your appreciation?
Daddy’s SongImawano Kiyoshirō
This is Kiyoshiro Imawano’s “Papa no Uta” (“Daddy’s Song”).
At home, the dad lazes around, but during the day he works hard for his family, and that shines and looks really cool—that’s what the song is about.
It’s a wonderful classic where Kiyoshiro Imawano’s straightforward expressions of love and gratitude really hit you in the heart.
Dad.haji→
This is a song by Haji→, a singer-songwriter from Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture.
It’s a ballad expressing gratitude to his father, included on the 2016 album “Cho-Hajibam 3.” With its relaxed tempo, it’s a heartwarming listen.
dandelionMatsushita Kohei
A song that Kohei Matsushita sings with heartfelt emotion.
His warm voice, as if gently standing by the listener’s side, leaves a strong impression.
You can quietly feel the wish to stay close with kindness and the feelings for someone precious.
This piece is included on the album “R&ME,” released in December 2023.
Matsushita himself wrote and composed the song, and even created the album’s illustrations.
It’s a recommended track for when you want to express gratitude to your parents or feel the bond with someone important.
Its heartwarming melody and lyrics are sure to soothe you.
1960Surou Haitsu to Taiyou
Slow Heights and the Sun is a four-piece rock band from Nagoya.
They’re known for having many songs based on member Fuma Shimizu’s personal experiences, and they consistently draw attention with unembellished, realistic lyrics.
Among their works, one I especially recommend as a song of gratitude to parents is 1960.
It’s filled with words as warm as any parent could hope to hear—saying that even if they were reborn, they’d want to be born to the same parents.
How about gifting this song along with your parents’ birthdays or their milestone celebrations?
MomFragment feat. Shingate
This is “Kāchan” with composition by Fragment and lyrics by Shingate.
It’s a message song addressed to the artist’s mother, who has fallen ill, expressing gratitude and respect up to now, and speaking about how he will live from here on.
It’s a sad yet gentle song.
[Thank You] Classic songs expressing gratitude to parents. Beloved numbers across generations (91–100)
Dadhiiragi
This is a song by Hiiragi, a folk band from Hokkaido.
Released in 2013 as their 10th single, it’s a song expressing gratitude to a father.
The music video, which features scenes from a wedding, paired with the song, tightens your chest with emotion.