[2026] Western songs expressing gratitude to parents: classic tracks dedicated to fathers and mothers

Thanks To You.The Flaming Lips

The Flaming Lips – Thanks To You.

As a unique song filled with gratitude, I recommend The Flaming Lips’ “Thanks To You”! Their music, which has perfected psychedelic rock, lets you express appreciation with a different vibe from the usual.

This track not only conveys words of thanks but also lets you feel their profound compassion for fans.

If you usually feel too shy to express your appreciation, why not weave those feelings into the Flaming Lips’ mysterious and captivating world to create a special moment? Send your sincere feelings—things words alone can’t fully convey—on a gentle melody to someone important to you.

Daddy’s SonTrey Pendley

Trey Pendley – Daddy’s Son (Official Music Video)

Trey Pendley’s song “Daddy’s Son,” by the American country musician, is a moving number themed around the bond between father and child.

As the protagonist grows, he comes to recognize the fighting spirit and protective nature he inherited from his father.

His gratitude for the constant support he’s received and his wish to one day be like his dad leave a strong impression.

Filled with a message that resonates with many, this track is perfect not only as a Father’s Day gift but also for expressing everyday appreciation.

Why not listen to it together with your father?

DadTyler Wood

Tyler Wood – Dad (Official Video)

If you want to express gratitude to your father who has supported you since you were young, I recommend the song “Dad.” It was created in 2018 by Tyler Woods, an American singer-songwriter who is also highly regarded as a producer.

The warm band sound unfolding at a slow tempo is striking, and his tender, heartfelt vocals are soothing as well.

It’s a song overflowing with thanks to a father who has always been there for you.

Why not give it as a gift to convey feelings you don’t normally say?

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Just the Two of UsWill Smith

Will Smith – Just The Two Of Us (Official Video)

Will Smith, who is hugely successful as an actor, is also active as an artist.

His song “Just the Two of Us” is one of his most popular tracks.

If you’re familiar with Western music, you might know that it samples Grover Washington Jr.’s classic “Just the Two of Us.” While the original is a love song, Will Smith’s version adds an arrangement that portrays the bond between a father and his son.

It’s highly recommended as a song to give on Father’s Day!

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back number – “Letter” Music Video

It’s the 13th single, released in 2015.

It can be embarrassing to express gratitude to your parents out loud, but this lovely song makes you feel that, every once in a while, it might be nice to convey your thanks in a letter.

Ten thousand thanksfumika

Picture Book “Today's Annoying Bento” × fumika “10,000 Thank-Yous”

This song, included on Fumika’s second album released in 2015—which gained widespread attention through a collaboration with Tekken’s “Pendulum”—expresses gratitude as it reflects on childhood and, on the verge of marriage, newly realizes the greatness of one’s parents and the depth of their love.

Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS “Thank You”

The phrase “thank you,” which is also the title of the song, is surprisingly hard to say to our mothers and family members we’re with every day.

How about using this song on Mother’s Day to express your gratitude—the “thank you” you don’t usually say?