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Recommended Western Songs to Express Gratitude & Thanks [2026]

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Even when we feel grateful to our family, partners, or close friends, it can be difficult to express those feelings honestly.

Why not try conveying the words that feel too embarrassing to say on a daily basis through a song?

In this article, we introduce classic English-language songs that express a variety of feelings of gratitude.

Along with well-known staples, we’ve also included a wide range of tracks such as songs in which artists sing about their appreciation for their fans.

We hope you find a new favorite.

Recommended Western songs to express gratitude and say thank you [2026] (131–140)

Thanks a MillionLouis Armstrong

Thanks A Million

Thanks a MillionLouis Armstrong

From a historical perspective, this song is indispensable.

It’s a wonderful piece—a great jazz number with a fine vocal carrying the melody line.

The lyrics express gratitude to a loved one.

From Bobby Hackett and Ruby Braff to Randy Sandke, Jon-Erik Kellso, and Dave Whitney, this tune is known as a favorite among horn players.

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Thank You Baby! (For Makin’ Someday Come So Soon)Shania Twain

Shania Twain – Thank You Baby! (For Makin’ Someday Come So Soon) (Official Music Video)

Thank You Baby! (For Makin’ Someday Come So Soon)Shania Twain

It is a country-pop track released in 2003 by Canadian singer Shania Twain.

It became a hit in the United States and various European countries.

The music video, directed by Paul Boyd, was filmed in Vancouver, Canada.

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Wham Bam Thank You MamSmall Faces

Wham, Bam, Thank You, Mam (2013 Remaster)

Wham Bam Thank You MamSmall Faces

It’s a song expressing gratitude to one’s mother, featuring an impressive guitar sound with a deep, resonant low end.

Recommended for men who like bands.

They were a British rock band centered around Steve Marriott and Ronnie Lane, with Kenny Jones on drums and Ian McLagan on organ and keyboards.

At the time of formation, Jimmy Winston was a member, but there’s a story that shortly after their debut he was replaced by Ian McLagan.

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Thank YouThe Charlatans

THE CHARLATANS – Thank you

Thank YouThe Charlatans

In 1990s Britain, dominated by Britpop, a rock band that stood out with a distinctive presence and won popularity was The Charlatans.

Their gratitude-themed songs carry an incredible groove.

Incidentally, there’s a band with the same name in the United States, so when performing there, they’re billed as “The Charlatans UK” to distinguish them.

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Thanks To You.The Flaming Lips

The Flaming Lips – Thanks To You.

Thanks To You.The Flaming Lips

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.

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced many Western “thank you” songs up to this point.

Did you find the track you were looking for, or a new favorite? Even if you don’t understand the English, the feeling of gratitude still comes through in the music itself, doesn’t it? Of course, knowing the lyrics lets you appreciate the song’s charm even more deeply.

If you’ve found a song you love—or one that makes you wonder what meaning it holds and what feelings went into writing the lyrics—be sure to check out the bilingual translation!