Thinking of my mother. Classic Western songs about mothers.

All About That BassMeghan Trainor

Meghan Trainor – All About That Bass (Official Video)

Meghan Trainor is a singer-songwriter from Massachusetts known for her retro style that blends 1950s doo-wop with contemporary pop.

Her debut single, released in June 2014, became a global smash, topping the U.S.

charts for eight consecutive weeks.

It’s also included on her debut album, Title, and was nominated in major Grammy categories—truly a powerhouse track.

The song carries a positive message inspired by her mother’s gentle advice that there’s no need to worry about one’s body shape.

It’s a classic that gives you courage—like warm words from a mom—when you’re lacking confidence or need a supportive push.

Dear Mama2Pac

2Pac – Dear Mama

This is a moving classic overflowing with love for his mother by the legendary rapper 2Pac, who was tragically gunned down at the young age of 25.

Released as a single from the acclaimed 1995 album “Me Against the World,” it lays bare his gratitude to his mother, Afeni.

While openly singing about their harrowing home life marked by drug addiction and poverty, it carries a powerful message that no one could ever take the place of his mother.

His words, delivered over a warm, soulful track, are sure to bring listeners to tears.

Its historical importance is evident from its 2010 induction into the U.S.

Library of Congress’s National Recording Registry.

It’s a song you’ll want to play when remembering a late mother or when you want to express a gratitude you can’t quite put into words.

HERAnne-Marie

Anne-Marie – HER [Official Video]

Anne-Marie, a singer-songwriter from the UK with worldwide popularity, has a unique background as a former world karate champion and is well-loved in Japan for hits like “2002.” This work, released in March 2020, is a ballad in which she candidly expresses her deep love for her mother.

Portraying her mother as an absolute, angelic presence, it becomes a moving song filled with a heartfelt wish to become like her.

In May 2020, a music video featuring photos of fans with their mothers was also released, and the warm, family-bond-centered imagery became a hot topic.

It might be nice to use this gentle melody to convey the gratitude that’s hard to put into words in everyday life—perhaps on Mother’s Day.

House of Goldtwenty one pilots

twenty one pilots: House of Gold [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

With its simple ukulele tones and warm, folk-tinged melody, this song is truly captivating.

Created by the American duo Twenty One Pilots, it was made by vocalist Tyler Joseph as a dedication to his mother.

In response to his mother’s question, “Will you buy me a house?”, the song portrays a son who vows to one day repay her and support her, moving listeners with the deep bond between parent and child.

Included on the acclaimed 2013 album Vessel and certified Platinum in July 2017, it stands as one of the signature songs from their early years.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to not only on Mother’s Day but also whenever you want to reaffirm your gratitude to family—be sure to check it out.

Rockabye (feat. Sean Paul & Anne-Marie)Clean Bandit

Clean Bandit – Rockabye (feat. Sean Paul & Anne-Marie) [Official Video]

This hugely popular 2016 hit by Clean Bandit, the UK electronic group beloved in Japan, features guest appearances by Sean Paul and Anne-Marie.

Created as a tribute to single mothers, it’s a masterpiece that depicts the deep love and boundless strength of a mother for her child.

The title phrase comes from a British lullaby, but Anne-Marie’s stunning vocals elevate it into a cutting-edge electro-pop track.

Be sure to check out the music video as well, which dramatizes the song’s world with powerful visuals!

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Hey Mama ft Nicki Minaj, Bebe Rexha & AfrojackDavid Guetta

David Guetta – Hey Mama (Official Video) ft Nicki Minaj, Bebe Rexha & Afrojack

This is an energetic track by world-renowned French DJ David Guetta, featuring Nicki Minaj, Bebe Rexha, and Afrojack.

Included on the 2014 album Listen, it was also released as a single in March 2015.

Built around a sample of an old work song, it portrays motherhood and the strength of working women in a wild yet playful way.

Nicki Minaj’s razor-sharp rap and Bebe Rexha’s catchy chorus really stick in your head.

Peaking at No.

8 in the U.S., the song also made waves with its movie-like music video shot in the desert.

Be sure to check it out as an anthem cheering on mothers who powerfully support their families.

Supermarket FlowersEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Supermarket Flowers [Official Audio]

This is a moving piano ballad sung by Ed Sheeran, the British singer-songwriter known as a global hitmaker.

Included as the final track on his acclaimed 2017 March release ÷ (Divide), the song was written as a tribute to his late grandmother.

Notably, the lyrics are told not from the grandson’s perspective, but from that of Ed’s mother, who lost her own mother.

Originally intended to remain a personal piece and not be included on the album, it was ultimately released at the strong request of his grandfather.

Through everyday images like a bouquet of flowers and belongings that can’t be put away, it quietly portrays both grief and gratitude.

It’s a gentle song that stays close to the heart when thinking of a beloved family member, or on Mother’s Day.