Gratitude Song Rankings [2026]

Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi15rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)

This work, which became a major talking point thanks to the miraculous collaboration between Kenshi Yonezu and Masaki Suda, is included on the classic 2017 album BOOTLEG.

It portrays two childhood best friends who, though they grow up and walk separate paths, continue to draw strength from each other’s existence.

The worldview, likened to the colors of the sky at dawn, makes you feel the un-fading strength of their bond, no matter how much time passes or how circumstances change.

When you feel a sudden loneliness amid days of passing by one another, or find yourself yearning to see an old friend, listening to this song will surely be there for your heart.

It’s a soul-stirring masterpiece that seems to bless the “now,” where each of us is living earnestly in our own place!

THANXWANIMA16rank/position

WANIMA- THANX(OFFICIAL VIDEO)

A gem of a message song that powerfully sings of gratitude and farewell.

The members of WANIMA convey their straightforward thanks, gently supporting warm feelings toward loved ones and the courage to take a new step forward.

Featured on the album “Are You Coming?” released in November 2015, this track captures many listeners’ hearts with its exhilarating sound and resonant lyrics.

It’s also a perfect choice to enhance a speech expressing thanks to friends and hope for the future.

AlwaysNishino Kana17rank/position

Kana Nishino 'Always' MV Full

A song distinguished by its warm, gentle melody and lyrics that resonate with the heart.

The words remind us of the gratitude we tend to forget in everyday life, emphasizing the importance of phrases like “I’m sorry,” “Welcome home,” “I love you,” and “Thank you.” Released in November 2012, the track was also featured in a Sony headphones commercial, capturing the hearts of many.

When you want to express appreciation to someone you love or reaffirm your bond with someone important, why not give this song a listen? Wrapped in its tender vocals, you’ll feel a gentle warmth of love spread through your heart.

budKobukuro18rank/position

Kobukuro – Tsubomi

This heartwarming ballad by Kobukuro delicately expresses deep love and gratitude for a mother—a true gem of a song.

Written as the theme for the drama “Tokyo Tower,” it was released in March 2007.

The lyrics, woven from Kentaro Kobuchi’s experiences at age 18, resonated with many, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon charts and winning the 49th Japan Record Award.

It’s a moving track you’ll want to hear when expressing thanks to someone special, or during seasons of graduation and farewells.

To the futureKiroro19rank/position

Kiroro “To the Future” Official Music Video

This song is a staple among graduation tunes.

It’s a track by Kiroro, a female duo from Okinawa, released as their second single in June 1998.

Originally, the songwriter composed it in middle school to express gratitude to her mother, but its warm lyrics also resonate with the feelings we have for those who supported us at graduation.

Its simple, heartfelt melody has been featured as an insert song in the anime “Tsuki ga Kirei” and in commercials.

Singing of hope for the new paths ahead, this moving piece gives courage in times of parting and new beginnings.

It’s sure to be a song that gently nudges someone forward.

A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru20rank/position

Hikaru Utada – A Bouquet for You

This is a ballad imbued with a warm message that gently accompanies the season of partings.

It paints a bittersweet yet beautiful scene of entrusting gratitude to a loved one and an inexpressible love to a “bouquet,” and offering it as a gift.

Released digitally in April 2016 as Hikaru Utada’s comeback work, it became familiar as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Totto-chan.

It resonated with those who had long awaited her return, earning high acclaim, including the Excellence Award at the 58th Japan Record Awards that year.

It’s perfect for moments like graduation ceremonies when you want to express thanks to teachers and friends.

This piece, which gently nudges you forward on a new path, will add color to a special day when you bid farewell with smiles through tears.

A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly21rank/position

Superfly “A Bouquet With Love” Music Video

This song is filled with love and gratitude for someone special.

Released in February 2008, it also drew attention as a drama tie-in track.

It carries the desire to convey the beauty found in everyday life and a gratitude too deep for words by entrusting it to a simple bouquet.

Even after taking detours in life, you find yourself returning to the side of the one who matters most.

This universal theme resonates deeply with listeners.

It’s the perfect song for those considering a proposal or wanting to express their feelings to someone important.