Family Song Popular Songs Ranking
Family is our closest bond—we spend every day together, sharing both joyful memories and challenging ones.
We often take moments like birthdays and weddings to express our gratitude.
In those times, adding a song about family can make the occasion truly special.
In this article, we’ll introduce wonderful songs—in ranking format—that help you reaffirm family ties and express your appreciation.
If you’re looking for songs about family, be sure to use this as a reference.
- [Family Song] A gratitude song that lets you feel the importance of family.
- A bright, family-themed song. A recommended track that conveys warmth.
- [Emotional Song] A classic wishing for a child’s growth — a love song dedicated to my child
- Babies and kids will smile! A heartwarming collection of songs for children
- A classic song about brothers. A song I’d like to dedicate to my beloved sibling.
- [Thank-You Song] A song to convey your feelings of “thank you” to someone special
- [Parenting Song] A song dedicated to moms and dads working hard at childcare
- [Couple's Song] Love Songs to Listen to on Good Couple Day and Anniversaries
- [Song of Birth] A moving birth song wrapped in happiness
- Happy Song Rankings [2026]
- [Sisters' Song] A moving classic that lets you rediscover the bond with your beloved sister
- [Thank You] A song for grandpa and grandma: a classic that makes you want to express your gratitude
- [Tearjerker] Songs that make your heart tremble with tears & moving tracks with lyrics that touch the soul
Family Song Popularity Ranking (71–80)
cosmos (flower)Yamaguchi Momoe71rank/position
It’s a bittersweet yet warm ballad that contemplates feelings toward one’s mother.
This song, by the legendary singer Momoe Yamaguchi who dominated the Japanese music scene in the 1970s, was released in 1977 as her 19th single.
The lyrics and music were written by Masashi Sada.
The words, which express the emotions felt when getting married and leaving home, can bring you to tears just by reading them.
And the older you get, the more you come to appreciate this song.
When you want to return to your roots, this song might help you.
Memories are beautifulAimer72rank/position
It is a warm song that overflows with childhood memories and gratitude toward family.
Everyday moments with the father are depicted with delicate detail, creating a nostalgic afterglow while shaping a sound that resonates with everyone living in the present.
Aimer’s delicate, translucent voice vividly brings gentle memories to life, leaving a deep emotional impact on listeners.
Released in September 2018 as part of the triple A-side single “Black Bird / Tiny Dancers / Omoide wa Kirei de,” the song was included the following year on the album “Penny Rain.” It is a heartwarming masterpiece you’ll want to listen to when living away from family or when you feel like reflecting on memories of your hometown.
To the futureayaka73rank/position
Many of you are probably already excited to see what kind of adults your children will become.
With that in mind, I’d like you to listen to Ayaka’s “Mirai e” (“To the Future”).
This song was created as the theme for the “Docomo Mirai Museum” commercial.
It sings of children’s bright futures and a mother’s deep love.
With its relaxed tempo, it also works well as a lullaby.
Incidentally, Ayaka reportedly wrote the lyrics while recalling her own experience of childbirth.
MiracleGReeeeN74rank/position
A signature hit by GReeeeN that moved the whole country as the theme song for the smash-hit drama ROOKIES.
Its straightforward lyrics cherish the wonder of meeting the one you love and the journey you’ve walked together up to today, stirring the hearts of listeners.
Released in May 2008, the song became a record-breaking hit that grew into a social phenomenon, even earning a Guinness World Record for download sales.
Those of you celebrating your Coming-of-Age Day must also have had countless irreplaceable encounters in your lives.
This song will powerfully encourage new adults to take their next step, holding dear the bonds with the people who matter most.
TummyRADWIMPS75rank/position
This is a song filled with deep love from a man who’s about to become a father—slightly clumsy, yet heartfelt.
It stands out for its unique perspective: singing with a touch of jealousy toward the baby in his partner’s belly for monopolizing the mother’s attention.
While he envies the baby who already knows a world he hasn’t seen, his warm anticipation for the day they meet overflows.
Featured on the album ‘X to O to Tsumi to’ released in December 2013, this track is one to be heard not only by those about to become parents, but also by expectant mothers—listening while feeling their partner’s love.
goddessyuzu76rank/position
This is “Megami” (Goddess), a track from the 2006 album Ribbon, which Yuzu’s Kitagawa described as a hymn to women.
It’s told from the perspective of a man who meets a woman he loved in his youth after a long time.
Though she once seemed unreliable, she now shines with strength as she lovingly nurtures a baby in her womb.
The man feels the sanctity of life and realizes that he, too, was born into this world loved in the same way.
It’s a song that conveys the mystery of pregnancy and childbirth from a distinctly male point of view.
Even if I’m not there.Hirai Dai77rank/position
A gem-like ballad that expresses deep love for a child of the future is delivered through Dai Hirai’s gentle vocals.
The lyrics, written like a letter to a precious person yet to be met, resonate deeply with listeners.
Released digitally in January 2022, the song was later included on the album “HOPE / WISH,” released in May of the same year.
In the music video, a flipbook-style animation created in collaboration with comedian Tekken enriches the song’s worldview.
It’s a piece you’ll want to listen to when you wish to pour your feelings into thoughts of someone special, or during peaceful moments with family.