[2026] Western songs expressing gratitude to parents: classic tracks dedicated to fathers and mothers
How do you express those feelings of gratitude that are usually too embarrassing to put into words?We all have moments—Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, birthdays, anniversaries—when we want to say “thank you” to our parents.At times like these, classic Western songs might speak on your behalf.In this article, we introduce heartwarming Western tracks themed around love and gratitude for fathers and mothers.From songs with straightforward lyrics that hit home to melodies that gently stay by your side, we’ve gathered pieces you’ll want to listen to while thinking of someone special.Be sure to read to the end!
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[2026] Western songs expressing gratitude to parents: Classic tracks dedicated to father and mother (21–30)
I Turn To YouChristina Aguilera
An inspirational R&B ballad originally released by All-4-One in 1997.
The version by American singer Christina Aguilera was released in 2000 and was used in the film Space Jam.
A Spanish version was also recorded under the title Por Siempre Tú.
HourglassMindy Gledhill
A warm and gentle track, set against the love between parent and child, carrying the message that “life is an hourglass.” It is included on the album Anchor, released in 2010 by California singer-songwriter Mindy Gledhill, who is also known for her collaborations with DJ Kaskade.
You Raise Me UpJosh Groban
A track composed by Norwegian pianist Rolf Løvland and originally released by Secret Garden in 2001.
The version by American singer-songwriter Josh Groban was released in 2004.
Overflowing with gratitude, the track was performed at Super Bowl XXXVIII in honor of the crew of the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster.
I’ll Be ThereJosh Turner
A heartfelt ballad by American country music artist Josh Turner that sings about devotion within a family.
It is included on his 2010 album Haywire, which has been certified Gold in the United States.
Butterfly Fly AwayMiley Cyrus & Billy Ray Cyrus
A heartfelt, gentle track that sings about the challenges of parenting and gratitude to parents.
It’s an acoustic pop duet by American artists Miley Cyrus and her father, Billy Ray Cyrus.
Released in 2009, it appeared in the film “Hannah Mint
All-American GirlCarrie Underwood
A mid-tempo country-pop track that sings about the love between a father and daughter.
It was released in 2007 by American country singer Carrie Underwood and reached No.
1 on the charts in the United States and Canada.
Someday (I Will Understand)Britney Spears
A track released in 2005 by American singer Britney Spears.
Sung from the perspective of a pregnant woman, the track was begun two weeks before Britney learned she was expecting her first child.
It is a pop ballad that became a hit across various European countries.