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Here’s the ranking of this year’s trending “Mother’s Day songs.”
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That just shows how many people cherish their mothers, doesn’t it?
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Mother's Day Song Rankings [2026] (1–10)
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You want to express your gratitude on Mother’s Day, but it can feel embarrassing to say it directly, right? That’s when I’d like you to try “Anata.” It’s a song released during indie days by singer-songwriter HaJi→.
The lyrics convey thanks to the mother who has raised you up to now, along with a message like “Please don’t worry about me from now on.” It’s slow-tempo, so it’s suitable for singing at karaoke or using as background music for a message video.
Give it a try in various ways.
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KG’s ballad “To Mother.” Released in May 2015, it’s the perfect number for Mother’s Day.
The heartfelt gratitude to his mother, sung in a low, resonant voice, is truly moving.
The lyrics are filled with childhood memories and episodes with his mom.
In the chorus, he expresses his thanks in down-to-earth words, making it impossible not to think of one’s own mother.
To MomAI3rank/position
Speaking of May, it’s Mother’s Day—so gifting this song to your mom might just make her happy.
It’s a track by the singer AI, known for her soulful voice, released in 2013.
The lyrics are filled with gratitude for the mother who gave birth to and raised us, and you can’t help but relate.
It reminds you that who you are now is thanks to your mother’s presence.
Why not borrow a little power from this song and spend some wonderful time together as parent and child?
MOTHERSEAMO4rank/position
“MOTHER” is also cherished as a classic Mother’s Day song.
It’s performed by the rapper SEAMO.
The lyrics look back on childhood memories and convey deep love and gratitude to his mother.
His gentle vocals and rhythmic flow are sure to move you to tears.
Enjoy it together with the drama-style music video featuring Shiro Tsubuyaki; it will help you feel the song’s message and worldview even more.
Watching it together and expressing your thanks would be a lovely idea.
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This is a song by YUI, a singer-songwriter from Fukuoka Prefecture.
It was released in 2016 as her 10th single.
The piano has a gentle tone that softly embraces YUI’s clear, straightforward vocals and melody.
The lyrics convey feelings from a child’s perspective—“I’m at odds with my mother, but she’s someone precious to me”—that make you want to say, “I know exactly how that feels.” If you’re going through days filled with constant arguments with your mom, this will surely resonate.
It’s a perfect number for May, when Mother’s Day comes around.
A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru6rank/position
This is a song by Hikaru Utada featuring a calm yet grand sound centered on piano and strings.
It was also used as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Toto Nee-chan.
The lyrics are moving, as they convey various feelings—starting with gratitude—while reflecting on memories of a beloved person who is no longer around.
It is said to be a letter from Hikaru Utada to her late mother, Keiko Fuji, and the emotions come through with striking realism.
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Many people would probably name this as “the” Kobukuro song.
Tsubomi, which also made waves as the theme song for the drama “Tokyo Tower: Mom, Me, and Sometimes Dad,” captivates with its gentle acoustic guitar tones and beautiful choral work.
The chorus melody is arranged as if emotions are overflowing—truly moving.
The lyrics, which recall a dearly missed person who’s no longer here, are heartbreaking.
It’s also a classic that’s extremely popular as a graduation song.