Mother’s Day Songs in English: Ranking [2026]
I think Mother’s Day is a perfect opportunity to express our everyday gratitude to our moms.I believe artists of all kinds feel the same way.This time, I’ve gathered a lot of Western songs that are perfect for Mother’s Day.I hope you’ll listen to them together with your mom.
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Mother’s Day Songs in Western Music Ranking [2026] (31–40)
JuliaThe Beatles36rank/position
The legendary band The Beatles’ “Julia” is a song John Lennon wrote about his mother, Julia Lennon.
Performed as a solo piece with John singing and playing guitar, it was included on their ninth studio album, The Beatles, released in 1968.
Julia passed away when John was 17, so in the song he gently calls to mind his mother.
If you happen to think of your own mother in a quiet moment, why not listen to this song and maybe even think of a gift for her?
In My LifeThe Beatles37rank/position
The Beatles, a British rock band.
It’s probably fair to say everyone knows they left behind countless masterpieces.
When it comes to a Beatles song that expresses gratitude, there’s “In My Life.” It’s a piece John Lennon wrote while reflecting on his own life.
The lyrics convey thanks to the people he met and to his family.
Since it doesn’t explicitly state exactly whom it’s addressed to, I think it can be used in a variety of situations.
Look What You’ve DoneDrake38rank/position
A song from Canadian hip-hop artist Drake’s 2011 album “Take Care.” It expresses his gratitude to his mother for helping him become the man he is today.
The album won a Grammy Award.
MotherSugarland39rank/position
This is a song by the American country music duo Sugarland that gently conveys the gratitude we all feel toward our mothers.
Carefully celebrating a mother’s unconditional love and its importance, the track appears on their album “Bigger,” released in June 2018.
Jennifer Nettles’s emotionally rich vocals skillfully capture a mother’s deep love and warmth.
Set to a calm, tender country ballad, it warmly portrays mothers wishing for their children’s happiness.
It’s perfect as background music for a fun family drive and also makes a lovely gift to express appreciation to your mom.
Not just for special occasions like Mother’s Day, this is a song you’ll want to play whenever you want to say thank you.
My Mothers EyesAlec Benjamin40rank/position
Alec Benjamin is a singer-songwriter from Phoenix, Arizona.
He was exposed to music from an early age and began his music career in his teens via the internet.
His latest song, “My Mother’s Eyes,” released on September 14, 2023, is a moving ballad that celebrates the strong bond between mother and child.
It thoughtfully traces an inner transformation—from reflecting on past mistakes to recognizing a mother’s unconditional love.
Encouraging listeners to reexamine themselves through their mother’s eyes and to embrace self-love, the song is also recommended as a Mother’s Day gift track.
It’s sure to inspire a renewed appreciation for family bonds.
Mother’s Day Songs in Western Music Ranking [2026] (41–50)
Mother and Child ReunionPaul Simon41rank/position
Paul Simon, a singer-songwriter globally renowned as a member of Simon & Garfunkel.
His 1972 release “Mother and Child Reunion” is a warm song perfect for expressing gratitude on Mother’s Day.
It’s crafted as reggae music unfolding with a ska rhythm.
The melodic chorus in the refrain will resonate with you.
Its poignant message, filled with feelings for one’s mother, is deeply moving.
Why not play this song along with the thanks that you might usually feel too shy to express?
MotherAshanti42rank/position
Ashanti, a popular American singer who has been active in R&B, soul, and hip-hop for over 20 years.
Her song “Mother,” included on her 2008 album The Declaration, is a deeply personal and emotional work for her.
The lyrics convey a straightforward expression of profound love and gratitude toward her mother, honoring a mother’s unconditional love, strength, and guidance.
The message celebrates the beauty of the mother–daughter bond and the importance of a mother’s presence, drawing persuasive power from Ashanti’s own experiences, and it is sure to resonate with many listeners.
It’s a perfect song for expressing gratitude to your mother.