“Thank you always”: English-language songs to give on Mother’s Day
Introducing timeless Western songs brimming with love and gratitude for Mom—perfect for Mother’s Day!
For many of us, it can feel a bit embarrassing to say “thank you” to our moms face to face, even though they’re always there for us.
These are all classics that fans of Western music will love, and they’re also great as driving BGM when you take your mom to places she wants to go.
The selection spans a variety of songs that imagine moms in all sorts of situations, so check the reviews and find the Mother’s Day song that suits you best!
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“Thank you, as always” — Western songs I want to give on Mother’s Day (31–40)
She’s Somebody’s HeroJamie O’ Neal
Australian singer Jamie O’Neal has a song that’s perfect for Mother’s Day: “She’s Somebody’s Hero.” At first, you might not be sure what the song is about, but gradually the story comes into focus.
It’s about a mother doing everything she can to raise her daughter.
And it tells us that such a mother is a one-of-a-kind hero to her child.
Combined with the distinctive rhythm of country music, it really hits home.
The MotherBrandi Carlile
This is a country-tinged song by Brandi Carlile, a three-time Grammy Award winner in the United States.
Released in 2018, it is featured on the album “By the Way, I Forgive You,” which was nominated for Album of the Year at the Grammys.
The music video for the song was released ahead of Mother’s Day on May 12.
Brandi’s mother is a singer who taught her how to sing when she was young, and the lyrics reflect the profound influence her mother has had on her.
MotherKacey Musgraves
Accompanied by piano, this gentle vocal piece is a song by Kacey Musgraves, included on her 2018 album Golden Hour.
Kacey was nominated in four categories, including Female Vocalist of the Year, at the 48th Academy of Country Music Awards.
When she first started in country music, she was sometimes taken to local music festivals by her mother.
The lyrics reflect her longing for her mom, making it a perfect choice for wedding background music!
Mama’s SongCarrie Underwood
“Mama’s Song” is a track by American country singer Carrie Underwood.
A winner from the hugely popular U.S.
talent show American Idol, she received a Grammy Award in 2006.
“Mama’s Song” tells the story of a daughter who is getting married and leaving home, expressing gratitude to her mother and reassuring her not to worry.
It’s a perfect choice for moments at a wedding when you want to thank your parents, and it’s also ideal for Mother’s Day.
Mama Liked The RosesElvis Presley
The single released in 1970 by Elvis Presley, known as the King of Rock and Roll, is “Mama Liked the Roses.” Written and composed by Johnny Christopher, this beautiful song was specially written for Elvis, who was thinking of his mother, Gladys, who passed away at the young age of 46.
Overflowing with his feelings for Gladys, who loved roses, it might inspire you to listen to the song and give your own mother a bouquet of roses.
“Thank you always”: Western songs I want to give on Mother’s Day (41–50)
MomMeghan Trainor ft. Kelli Trainor
This song by American singer-songwriter Meghan Trainor is filled with words of love for her mother throughout the lyrics.
It’s said that Meghan began composing music at the age of 13 using a computer her parents gave her.
With its pop melody, I think even Japanese listeners could sing it after a bit of practice.
It might feel a little embarrassing, but it could be nice to sing this song at karaoke in front of your mother on special days like Mother’s Day or Christmas!
Cleanin’ Out My ClosetEminem
Eminem, who reigns as the king of white rappers.
In this song titled “Cleaning Out My Closet,” he sings about his twisted mix of love and hatred for his mother.
Unlike Japanese “thank-you” songs that tend to focus only on the good, it contains dark lyrics like “I’ll make a joke out of you.” While saying he doesn’t mean to make her cry or hurt her, the lyrics “cleaning out my closet” both declare his resolve as a rapper and depict the moment he leaves home.
It’s a dense track befitting a king.
