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] (71–80)
piggyback ride on the shouldersKumurisora71rank/position
Singer-songwriter Kumurisora, who focuses on moving, tear-jerking songs.
Her track “Kataguruma” (“Piggyback on the Shoulders”) is another that brings tears—and makes you want to see your father.
Even if you don’t remember clearly, don’t you recall the scene of your dad lifting you onto his shoulders when you were little? The lyrics evoke those nostalgic images so vividly that you may find yourself in tears.
It’s a song that makes anyone suddenly feel a bittersweet nostalgia—and perhaps want to express gratitude to their father.
Family Daymisono72rank/position
Told from a son’s perspective expressing respect for his father and a daughter’s perspective conveying gratitude to her mother, this unique song was composed by George Tokoro.
Because it’s from the same-gender viewpoints, the poignant episodes and turns of phrase resonate deeply, making it a work brimming with love for one’s parents.
honeysuckleArakezuri73rank/position
Arakezuri is a four-piece rock band calling themselves a “timid rock band,” drawing attention with straight-to-the-point messages and rock sounds that don’t chase trends.
“Honeysuckle,” which closes their album QUINTET, features an arrangement that shifts from a piano-and-strings ensemble into a rock sound—an emotional progression that really stirs the heart.
Its lyrics, woven with gratitude to a father over a warm melody, may speak on behalf of the words we can’t usually say.
It’s an emotional number you’ll want to send along with the flower language meaning of honeysuckle: “bonds of love.”
Father&SonGLAY74rank/position
GLAY is a four-member rock band that dominated the J-POP scene in the 1990s, set numerous milestones, and continues to be highly active today.
“Father & Son,” included on their major seventh album, UNITY ROOTS & FAMILY, AWAY, is a track in which TAKURO, who composed the song, expresses his feelings toward his father, who passed away when he was a child.
Its somewhat floating ensemble and melancholic melody, together with the sentimental lyrics, are deeply moving.
It’s a hidden gem that conveys the bond between parent and child, urging us to deliver our messages to those who matter while we still can.
handKudō Shintarō75rank/position
Singer-songwriter Shintaro Kudo, who achieved an unprecedented 10-week winning streak on the audition show “Aim to Be a Pro: GOGO Utajiman,” made his major debut.
The title track of his first mini-album, “Te” (Hands), leaves a lasting impression with the contrast between delicate acoustic guitar tones and his bright vocals.
The lyrics, themed around hands that bear the marks of each person’s life, are sure to fill your heart with gratitude—not only for your father but for your mother as well.
It’s a song you’ll want to give on that special once-a-year day, a number that will make your heart swell precisely because it lets you truly feel your gratitude.
amberYasuda Rei76rank/position
Rei Yasuda is a female singer who was born and raised in the United States.
She’s known for her stylish looks and her slightly husky, powerful vocals.
The song “amber” is moving, with lyrics like a message from a son or daughter saying, “Don’t worry, because our hearts are always connected even when we’re far apart.” It’s the kind of song that makes you feel like you might be able to say the words you’re usually too embarrassed to say—“thank you, Dad”—that you’ve always wanted to tell him.
fatherSakkyoku: Yugedaken suke77rank/position
Composer Kensuke Yugeda, known for creating numerous choral pieces, handled the composition, while the lyrics were co-written with his older sister, Hikari Yugeda.
Kensuke has long admired Hikari’s writing and had been hoping to collaborate with her someday.
This song, written as a choral piece that even elementary school students can sing, features lyrics in clear and gentle language that are truly lovely.
Filled with a charm that warms the heart just by listening, this piece is especially recommended for those looking for a song for young children to gift to their father.
Dear uncool dad,hanawa78rank/position
The lyrics tell a story of childhood memories and how, as the singer grew up, they came to appreciate their father just as he is.
Created by the comedian Hanawa, the song was released in October 2018 and was written specifically for a web video for a real estate brokerage.
Each simple, unadorned word seems to gently seep into the depths of your heart.
Try listening to it while reflecting on your own relationship with your father.
To my fatherChiho79rank/position
Chiho, a singer-songwriter from Kyoto, has been expanding her fan base through street performances and online buzz, with her emotionally charged guitar playing as her trademark.
Her single “To My Father” is a refreshing track featuring an acoustic guitar sound that feels wonderfully breezy.
The lyrics, which express her feelings for the father who raised her while sacrificing himself, capture emotions you can only truly understand once you’ve grown up.
It’s an emotional pop tune that conveys what she wants to say precisely because she’s come to realize how great his presence is.
Thank you for your love.MISIA80rank/position
With a rich voice spanning five octaves, MISIA is a beloved singer who stands as one of Asia’s leading divas, including in Japan.
Her 55th digital-only single, “Ai wo Arigatou” (“Thank You for the Love”), was written specifically for the 60th anniversary commercial of Koikeya Potato Chips.
The lyrics, which express gratitude for unconditional love, may prompt listeners to recall the people who are precious to them.
Centered on piano, acoustic guitar, and strings, this gentle ensemble shapes a heartfelt ballad that feels wonderfully comforting.