Western songs themed around family — popular tracks and recommended songs
Across genres like rock, pop, R&B, and hip-hop, there are countless songs about family.
Because it’s such a familiar theme, it’s naturally a popular subject.
But just as there are many different forms of family, songs about family also come in a wide variety of styles.
In this article, we’ve gathered a diverse selection of classics—from tracks that straightforwardly express gratitude to family, to serious songs far removed from anything heartwarming, and even numbers that explore family in a broader sense.
Whether you’re looking for a song to play at a wedding or you want to hear a slightly unconventional take on a family song, this is a must-check!
Playlist
| Western songs themed around family — popular tracks and recommended songs | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | the best dayTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | The B… in a relaxed, country-style |
| 2east | Family BusinessKanye West |  play_arrow | A rapper who frequently attracts media attention... |
| 3east | If I Didn’t Have YouBilly Crystal & John Goodman |  play_arrow | He is known as a leading composer of film music... |
| 4east | a hard days nightThe Beatles |  play_arrow | Dad who works up a sweat every day for his family... |
| 5east | DaughtersJohn Mayer |  play_arrow | Of course, not only as a singer-songwriter… |
| 6east | Blended FamilyAlicia Keys |  play_arrow | The R&B singe… who is gaining popularity for a husky vocal tone |
| 7east | We Are FamilySISTER SLEDGE |  play_arrow | A pleasant dance beat creates a homely/at-home atm... |
| 8east | Down To EarthJustin Bieber |  play_arrow | A Canada-born artist who enjoys worldwide popularity… |
| 9east | My UniverseColdplay X BTS |  play_arrow | The universal belief that love has the power to transcend everything… |
| 10east | Love Me MoreSam Smith |  play_arrow | A heartwarming piece themed around self-esteem and self-love… |
| 11east | Hey BrotherAvicii |  play_arrow | Here is a moving song that portrays familial love... |
| 12east | Dear Mama2Pac |  play_arrow | The legendary rapper representing the Westside, Tu… |
| 13east | Been Here All AlongHannah Montana |  play_arrow | From the mid-2000s to the 2010s... |
| 14east | Keep It TogetherMadonna |  play_arrow | Madonna’s classic song “Keep It To… |
| 15east | MockingbirdEminem |  play_arrow | Respected by heads all around the world... |
| 16east | Best of MeAlicia Keys |  play_arrow | Alicia, overflowing with feelings of cherishing her family, … |
| 17east | Youngblood5 Seconds of Summer |  play_arrow | A work that portrays the fierce love of youth and the pain of parting... |
| 18east | The NightsAvicii |  play_arrow | With my father's teachings in my heart, making life unforgettable… |
| 19east | turn to youJustin Bieber |  | A Canadian singer-songwriter, and po... |
| 20east | What a wonderful worldLouis Armstrong |  play_arrow | Louis Armstrong, affectionately known by the nickname “Satchmo,”… |
| 21east | If You Love MeLizzo |  play_arrow | Rizo’s exploration of self-love and love from others… |
| 22east | 7 YearsLukas Graham |  play_arrow | Lyrics that look back on the journey of life every seven years touch my heart… |
| 23east | Hey brotherAvicii |  play_arrow | Avie, whose mother is an actress, in the 2000s... |
| 24east | I will be thereMariah Carey |  play_arrow | Mariah, the American songstress. She continues to sing to this day... |
| 25east | Family PortraitP!nk |  play_arrow | Gaining popularity for their high expressiveness and husky vocal tone… |
| 26east | Meanwhile back at mama’sTim Mcgraw |  play_arrow | The Te... of an American country singer who represents the United States |
| 27east | Better TogetherJack Johnson |  play_arrow | A singer-songwriter from Hawaii, USA… |
| 28east | Oh MotherChristina Aguilera |  play_arrow | Gaining worldwide popularity with powerful vocals… |
| 29east | daddy’s little girlMichael Bublé |  play_arrow | Canadian singer-songwriter, Michael… |
| 30east | Because Of YouKelly Clarkson |  play_arrow | The hit audition show “American I… |
| 31east | Married with childrenOasis |  play_arrow | The band Oasis from Manchester, England… |
| 32east | Tears in heavenEric Clapton |  play_arrow | Sung by a world-famous boys' choir… |
| 33east | TIny DancerElton John |  play_arrow | A singer-songwriter who represents the United Kingdom… |
| 34east | The WishBruce Springsteen |  play_arrow | Springsteen sings of family love |
| 35east | mofoU2 |  play_arrow | U2, the rock band that represents Ireland... |
| 36east | You & The 6Drake |  play_arrow | Drake’s song portraying a complex love for his mother |
| 37east | handbags and gladragsStereophonics |  play_arrow | The band Stereophonics from Wales... |
| 38east | a song for mamaBoyz II Men |  play_arrow | This song, sung with a beautiful voice by an American band, is… |
| 39east | Fathers Day SongAbochi |  play_arrow | Abocchi’s Father’s Day Thank-You Song |
| 40east | The MotherBrandi Carlile |  play_arrow | A moving masterpiece song depicting the bond between parent and child |
| 41east | Right HereJeremy Camp |  play_arrow | A moving song about family love and bonds |
| 42east | bohemianQueen |  play_arrow | Queen, the rock band that represents the United Kingdom... |
| 43east | Child Of MineCarole King |  play_arrow | A classic song celebrating the love and bond between parent and child, by Carole King |
| 44east | My GAitch, Ed Sheeran |  play_arrow | A masterpiece in which H depicts his love for his younger sister |
| 45east | BrooklynMaisie Peters |  play_arrow | Maisie Peters' sisterly love song |
| 46east | Who Says You Can’t Go HomeBon Jovi & Jennifer Nettles |  play_arrow | The American rock band Bon Jovi i... |
| 47east | if father time had a daughterWalker Hayes |  play_arrow | A warm song in which a daughter sings about her memories of her father |
| 48east | uncle walterBen Folds Five |  play_arrow | Their song, which represents American jazz rock... |
| 49east | Headlights (ft. Nate Ruess)Eminem |  play_arrow | A song in which Eminem sings gratitude to his mother |
| 50east | to where you areJosh Groban |  play_arrow | American singer Josh Groban is… |
| 51east | Father And DaughterPaul Simon |  play_arrow | As a member of Simon & Garfunkel… |
| 52east | better daysDianne Reeves |  play_arrow | Diane Li, an American jazz singer... |
| 53east | MotherMichael Bublé |  play_arrow | A ballad in which Michael Bublé sings gratitude to his mother |
| 54east | Forever YoungBob Dylan |  play_arrow | A song of love and prayer from parent to child |
| 55east | Don’t Forget To Remember MeCarrie Underwood |  play_arrow | A quintessential figure among female country singers… |
| 56east | home sweet homeMötley Crüe |  play_arrow | Mötley Crüe is an American heavy metal… |
| 57east | Dear Mom & DadUs The Duo |  play_arrow | A song by Us The Duo that sings about parental love |
| 58east | MamaJonas Blue |  play_arrow | A tropical house depicting the bond between mother and child |
| 59east | All This TimeBRITT NICOLE |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of love and bonds with family |
| 60east | Father and SonCat Stevens |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that depicts the bond between parent and child |
| 61east | With Arms Wide OpenCreed |  play_arrow | A moving classic that sings of a father's joy and hope |
| 62east | Never Alone ft. Lady AntebellumJim Brickman |  play_arrow | A moving piano ballad that sings of family love |
| 63east | Like My Mother DoesLauren Alaina |  play_arrow | A heart-touching song that sings of mother-daughter love |
| 64east | Not A Day Goes ByLonestar |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of deep loss and longing for love |
| 65east | Simple ManLynyrd Skynyrd |  play_arrow | A Southern rock classic that portrays the bond between a mother and her son |
| 66east | He’s My SonMark Schultz |  play_arrow | A moving song about the bond and love between parent and child |
| 67east | Mother’s DaughterMiley Cyrus |  play_arrow | A Miley Cyrus song portraying the bond between mother and daughter |
| 68east | Mother Like MineThe Band Perry |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of love and gratitude for family |
| 69east | I Love My MommaSnoop Dogg |  play_arrow | Snoop Dogg sings about love for his mother |
| 70east | Family Is FamilyKacey Musgraves |  play_arrow | The American audition program “Nashvi… |
| 71east | MamasAnne Wilson, Hillary Scott |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of love and gratitude for one’s mother |
| 72east | Mama, I’m Coming HomeOzzy Osbourne |  play_arrow | Ozzy's power ballad of gratitude and affection |
| 73east | Good Good Father ft. Pat BarrettChris Tomlin |  play_arrow | A love song by Chris Tomlin themed around fathers |
| 74east | Family of manThree dog night |  play_arrow | Known for songs like Joy to the World… |
| 75east | MotherSugarland |  play_arrow | A country song expressing gratitude to a mother |
| 76east | Stacy’s momFountains of Wayne |  | This band from the United States features a little boy who... |
| 77east | Family AffairSly & The Family Stone |  play_arrow | Sly & The... released in 1971 |
| 78east | FatherJah Vinci |  play_arrow | A reggae song expressing gratitude to a father |