Gratitude Song Rankings [2026]

Here is the ranking of “songs of gratitude” that trended this year.

We’re introducing the most-listened-to tracks of the year in ranking order!

There are many moments in daily life when we feel grateful to someone.

If it’s hard to put your gratitude into words face-to-face, why not find a favorite from this ranking and send it to someone?

Playlist

Gratitude Song Rankings [2026]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Song of ParentsGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s classic song that portrays love and gratitude toward one’s parents
2	CorrectRADWIMPS		Singing of friendship and hope for the future on the eve of graduation
3	I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko		A graduation song that sings of everyday treasures
4	HarukaYOASOBI		Growth and Farewell Watched Over by a Mug
5	Letterback number		A ballad song expressing gratitude to one’s parents
6	day by dayYoshida Yamada		A heartwarming classic that portrays the love of an elderly couple
7	We againSG		A smash hit that gently expresses gratitude to a friend
8	Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu		Farewells with friends and hope for new encounters
9	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		Song of friendship, even when apart our hearts remain connected
10	YELLikimonogakari		A moving graduation song that delivers friendship and forward-looking courage
11	March 9Remioromen		A moving graduation song that depicts friendship and farewell
12	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s graduation song, a song of emotion and gratitude
13	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		Bonds and resolve with companions heading toward our dreams
14	Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A song of gratitude by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS
15	Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		A collaboration song by Kenshi Yonezu and Masaki Suda
16	THANXWANIMA		A classic that powerfully sings of gratitude and farewell
17	AlwaysNishino Kana		A love-themed ballad by Kana Nishino
18	budKobukuro		A classic song filled with deep love and gratitude for my mother
19	To the futureKiroro		A classic farewell-season song filled with feelings for my mother
20	A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru		Bouquet, Hikaru Utada’s masterpiece of farewell and gratitude
21	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		A song that conveys the beauty of everyday life and unconditional love
22	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		A youth song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
23	Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//		A moving support song that accompanies graduation
24	Kitearashi		A cheer for a colleague embarking on a new chapter
25	Thank youikimonogakari		A song of departure filled with gratitude, toward a new step forward
26	Thank youOhashi Takuya		A heartwarming classic filled with gratitude to my parents
27	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		A classic song by Spitz conveys feelings of gratitude to a junior
28	On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai		A classic song that sings of the emotion of graduation and friendship
29	Gift SongCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A graduation song filled with gratitude
30	You.haji→		A masterpiece imbued with gratitude to my mother and a resolve born of regret
31	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s love ballad
32	proofflumpool		A moving classic that sings of the bonds of friendship
33	Motherkariyushi 58		Kariyushi58’s love song to his mother
34	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A powerful rock number that sings of friendship and bonds
35	Bond.haji→		Hajime's friendship song resonates in my heart
36	The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46		A graduation song filled with gratitude for farewells and new encounters
37	Letter ~To My Beloved~Fujita Maiko		A heartfelt song that sings of gratitude
38	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		A poignant masterpiece that likens life to an adventure
39	Don’t bloom.WHITE JAM		WHITE JAM’s ballad, a classic for the season of farewells
40	Best FriendNishino Kana		Kana Nishino song that sings gratitude for friendship
41	Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai		A heartfelt song depicting the season of graduation
42	If you laugh at the skywacci		A cheer song of friendship and gratitude that gives you courage
43	Circle of Thanksayaka		A heartwarming song that conveys feelings of gratitude
44	Because you are hereUru		A ballad by Uru singing of gratitude and bonds
45	Just, thank you.MONKEY MAJIK		A heartwarming song that sings of gratitude to someone special.
46	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE Worry-Affirming Song
47	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		Paper airplanes are a song of hope and courage in life.
48	To MomAI		A song in which a daughter delivers gratitude and love to her mom
49	HOMEShimizu Shota		A cheering song that sings of the warmth and support of family.
50	Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad		An anthem to encourage people who grow through meetings and farewells
51	CHARMWANIMA		Expressing memories of youth through a sense of speed and friendship
52	Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri		A graduation song born during the COVID-19 pandemic, filled with gratitude and hope
53	signpostFukuyama Masaharu		Relay of life, a song of deep gratitude and bonds to our ancestors
54	Nobody’s HomeONE OK ROCK		A heartwarming song expressing gratitude to one's parents
55	To MotherKG		A ballad that expresses gratitude to one’s mother
56	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		A song of gratitude and farewell to dear companions
57	Mother’s SongYoshida Yamada		A heartwarming classic that sings of deep love for one’s mother
58	rainbowSuda Masaki		Masaki Suda's family-love theme song
59	to MotherYUI		A gentle song by YUI filled with love for her mother
60	OrangeSPYAIR		A cheer song expressing positive feelings toward a reunion
61	sunflowerAdo		A song of courage to face forward and move on like a sunflower
62	rainbow-coloredayaka		The moving moment of dedicating Ayaka’s “Nijiiro” at the farewell ceremony
63	like youDREAMS COME TRUE		A heartwarming song filled with gratitude and admiration for my mother
64	Best FriendKiroro		Kiroro’s signature song, celebrating friendship and gratitude
65	Batonwacci		wacci that connects parental love to the next generation
66	Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro		The moving impact of Naotaro Moriyama’s classic song “Sakura”
67	Until we meet againHirai Dai		A ballad that portrays parting and a wish for reunion
68	MY HOMEFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A heartwarming song that sings of gratitude and love for one's parents.
69	Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster		A moving song that sings of the loneliness and joy of graduation
70	MiracleGReeeeN		A baseball cheering song filled with love and gratitude
71	Dear,Snow Man		A warm ballad filled with gratitude and bonds
72	The reason I was bornTakahashi Yuu		A Song of Love and Gratitude to Family by Yu Takahashi
73	Nostalgic FutureKamishiraishi Mone		A cheering song that portrays hope and effort toward a dream
74	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		A hopeful song where tears turn into power for the future
75	THE GIFTHirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s song of friendship and gratitude soothes the heart.
76	Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru		Soothe the sadness of parting with a song of friendship
77	Family SongHoshino Gen		A classic song that gently sings of everyday happiness and family bonds
78	Thank you from the bottom of my heart.naniwa danshi		Theme song for the Nintama movie sung by Naniwa Danshi
79	Family compositionOkazaki Taiiku		Okazaki Taiiku’s warm song that repeatedly calls out family members’ titles
80	MOTHERSEAMO		A moving letter expressing gratitude to my mother
81	Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro		A heartwarming song that views parting as a new beginning
82	Goodbyekariyushi 58		Moving forward while holding on to past memories
83	treasurewacci		A cheering song where the bonds with friends become strength
84	Make it into a bouquet.wacci		wacci's 10th anniversary song 'Hanataba ni Shite' (Make it into a Bouquet)
85	Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism		Higedan Dism’s warm vocals and rich, full-bodied sound
86	Cherry blossom seasonEXILE ATSUSHI		A moving song that accompanies the graduation season
87	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		Yuzu’s cheer song, a masterpiece that brings tears and hope
88	Thank youSUPER BEAVER		A masterpiece that turned feelings of gratitude into a song
89	Thank you!!HOME MADE kazoku		HOME MADE Kazoku's classic song of gratitude
90	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song that sings of youth's struggles and hopes
91	Bye, my friendbokula.		The bittersweetness of youth, bokula.’s masterpiece
92	JourneyFuji Kaze		A gentle ballad by Fujii Kaze that sings of life's journey and learning
93	Words of FarewellGReeeeN		A passionate anthem of support for comrades, infused with bonds and hope.
94	Best friendSnow Man		A heartwarming song filled with gratitude for friendship
95	Dear you…roodo obu mejyaa		A moving song filled with gratitude for family
96	A graduation song, a song of friends.19		A friendship song that overcomes the loneliness of graduation
97	flameLiSA		The moving theme song of Demon Slayer: a masterpiece that resonates with the heart
98	Sky-blue DaysSHISHAMO		SHISHAMO’s classic songs that color graduation memories
99	On the Day of Departure		The Moving Power of the Graduation Song “Tabidachi no Hi ni”
100	Grateful, thrilled, and overwhelmed like a stormarashi		Arashi’s song of gratitude—fresh and uplifting.