Mother's Day Song Ranking [2026]

Love Word VDECO*2778rank/position

DECO*27 – Ai Kotoba V feat. Hatsune Miku

If you’re too shy to express your everyday gratitude, try entrusting those feelings to a song by DECO*27.

This track was created as the fifth installment in a long-beloved series.

Its warm lyrics about reaffirming bonds also resonate perfectly as a message of thanks to mothers.

Released in February 2026, it made big waves after being unveiled as a surprise during Hatsune Miku’s “Hello” live show.

The arrangement features kz.

The True Nature of TearsSUPER BEAVER79rank/position

SUPER BEAVER “The True Form of Tears” MV (Theme song for NHK Night Drama ‘Vanilla na Mainichi’)

A warm ballad by SUPER BEAVER that powerfully sings of delicate feelings deep within the heart.

Written in January 2025 as the theme song for NHK General’s late-night drama “Vanilla na Mainichi,” this piece gently embraces unspoken feelings and the struggle to be honest with oneself.

Born from the band’s vigorous activity following their major-label re-signing, it delivers a sound that suggests a new frontier following the album “Ongaku.” It’s a song that offers a chance to face your true self through tears when you feel lost to the May blues.

It will quietly stay close to those whose hearts waver between wanting to be recognized by others and wanting to remain true to themselves.

nostalgiaEvery Little Thing80rank/position

Every Little Thing / nostalgia

Released in 2002 as Every Little Thing’s 22nd single, it was their first concept maxi single, titled “UNTITLED 4 ballads.” Chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Okaasan to Issho” (With Mother-in-Law), it’s a song that makes you reflect on having taken your mother’s presence for granted.

HOMEAnjura Aki81rank/position

Angela Aki “HOME” Music Video

This is Angela Aki’s major-label debut single, a song that longs for her hometown.

When we’re tired or feeling down, the one we remember is, after all, the gentle mother back home, isn’t it? It might be nice to return to your hometown for Mother’s Day.

Stardust Medleykisara82rank/position

Stardust Medley / Kisara feat. Hatsune Miku – Stardust Medley

It’s a pop song wrapped in a dreamlike atmosphere.

“Stardust Medley,” released by Kisara in March 2023, is striking for Hatsune Miku’s gentle, bright vocals and its sparkling melodic lines.

The way the song unfolds—like a chain of beautiful stars—mirrors the lyrics and makes you feel as if you’re gazing at the shimmering night sky.

It’s perfect for reminiscing about memories with someone special.

Let’s welcome Mother’s Day in a cheerful mood!

RealizeMelody.83rank/position

Realize – Melody. MV (HD)

It’s a bright, uplifting song.

While it carries the softness and lightness of a woman’s touch, the lyrics firmly give you a push forward.

It’s a song that not only moves you, but also lifts your spirits when you’re stuck and helps you take that first step.

White lilies on my birthdayFukuyama Masaharu84rank/position

Masaharu Fukuyama – Pure White Lilies for Your Birthday (Full ver.)

This warm, quietly heartfelt song expressing deep gratitude to one’s parents was released in April 2013 as Masaharu Fukuyama’s 30th single.

Created as a message from a child to their parents, it resonated widely as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama Tonbi, and features the distinctive timbre of the South American folk instrument, the zampoña.

The song gently embraces awkward feelings about the parent–child relationship and the unspoken words of thanks.

It also reflects Fukuyama’s real-life habit of giving his mother flowers on her birthday each year, richly conveying a child’s feelings toward their parents.

It’s a song that quietly nestles close to the heart—perfect as a Mother’s Day gift or as a message of gratitude to someone special.