Father’s Day Song Rankings [2026]
Here’s the ranking of this year’s trending “Father’s Day songs.”
We’ll introduce the most-listened-to tracks of the year in order!
Father’s Day is the perfect chance to express the gratitude we can’t always put into words.
If you find a song in the rankings that your dad might like or that matches your feelings, why not send it to him?
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Father’s Day Song Rankings [2026] (31–40)
tear(s)HY36rank/position
When you’re working, you might often find yourself carrying painful feelings without being able to let them out, causing stress to build up.
This is a song that gently acknowledges each of those feelings and offers a cathartic release.
It’s a wonderful masterpiece that may bring tears to your eyes.
Memories are beautifulAimer37rank/position
This is a song written for Father’s Day by the much-talked-about singer-songwriter Aimer.
Speaking of Aimer, she’s a musician admired by other musicians—her album “daydream” featured production from numerous popular artists.
Did you know that the true origin of her music actually lies with her father? It’s said that Aimer was drawn into music under the influence of her father, who was a bassist.
This Father’s Day song she penned is sure to move you—read the lyrics, and you’ll undoubtedly be touched by the warm and beautiful feelings woven into it.
It’s okay to cry.Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto38rank/position
A wonderful masterpiece that brings healing, empathy, and inspiration to all fathers who grit their teeth and endure the hardships of everyday life.
It’s a pure cheer song by today’s shining idols, expressing respect for the efforts and dedication of fathers who work themselves to the bone for their families.
I hope it’s sunny.DREAMS COME TRUE39rank/position
This song is by DREAMS COME TRUE, a band that has continued to produce numerous classic hits.
It was released in 1992 as their 12th single.
It drew attention when it was chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Hirari.” The lyrics, written by vocalist Miwa Yoshida, express her feelings toward her parents.
The melody lifts your spirits, and the cheerful vocals are wonderful.
COLORSGLAY40rank/position
GLAY is a four-member rock band that set numerous milestones in the J-POP scene during the 1990s and continues to be highly active today.
COLORS, which was selected as the theme song for the film Final Fantasy XIV: Daddy of Light, is memorable for its lyrical string arrangements.
The song’s lyrics, depicting the relationship and emotional distance between father and child, may resonate as a feeling of gratitude you come to understand in adulthood.
It’s an emotional medium-tempo ballad perfect for June, when Father’s Day falls—one that invites you to reflect on your own life.
Father’s Day Song Rankings [2026] (41–50)
Father’s SeaMuraki Kenkichi41rank/position
A Father’s Day song recommended for those who grew up near the sea is “Oyaji no Umi” (My Old Man’s Sea), released by Kenkichi Muraki in 1972.
The lyrics portray a father who is, in a sense, synonymous with the sea—like a true man of the ocean.
Thinking of fathers like the one in the song, who have navigated the raging waves of society for the sake of their families no matter what, many of us may feel we, too, need to try harder in our own lives.
On Father’s Day, try singing it while picturing the father who taught you how to live—by example, without words.
The reason I was bornTakahashi Yuu42rank/position
Singer-songwriter Yu Takahashi, known for his many warm, heartfelt songs.
His track “Umareta Riyū” (“The Reason I Was Born”) captivates with pure lyrics dedicated to his parents.
By using the kanji 産まれた in the title instead of the more general 生まれた, the song conveys a moving message of gratitude to the mother who gave birth to him and the father who watched over them both.
Takahashi’s gentle voice also conveys a tangible sense of family warmth.
