Father’s Day Songs in Western Music: Ranking [2025]

Isn’t She LovelyStevie Wonder15rank/position

Stevie Wonder-Isn’t She Lovely Lyrics

This is a classic song by the legendary soul musician Stevie Wonder, also widely known in Japan by its localized title “Kawaii Aisha” (Cute Aisha).

With its outstanding melody, light and breezy arrangement, and heartwarming lyrics expressing a father’s boundless love for his daughter, it enjoys particularly high popularity in Japan—helped in part by its use in commercials.

It’s a gem that almost everyone has heard at least once, so if you were to spring a Father’s Day surprise while this song is playing, you’d surely have a wonderful time.

Papa Was a Rolling StoneThe Temptations16rank/position

The Temptations Papa Was A Rolling Stone 1972 Single Version

Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone is included on The Temptations’ 1972 album All Directions.

Crafted by Norman Whitfield, a pioneer of psychedelic soul, together with Motown heavyweight Barrett Strong, the song was a major achievement, hitting No.

1 on the Billboard chart and winning three Grammy Awards.

It’s a classic that also ranked on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.

It’s the perfect track to jam on with your dad for Father’s Day!

Piece by PieceKelly Clarkson17rank/position

Kelly Clarkson – Piece by Piece

The title track from Kelly Clarkson’s seventh studio album.

Written by Kelly and California producer Greg Kurstin, the song was inspired by her personal experiences from childhood.

Drive (For Daddy Gene)Alan Jackson18rank/position

Alan Jackson – Drive (For Daddy Gene) (Official Music Video)

Alan Jackson is an American country musician known for singing traditional country music.

While he isn’t very well-known in Japan, he’s extremely popular in the United States, having won two Grammy Awards, 16 CMA Awards, and 17 ACM Awards.

His song “Drive (For Daddy Gene)” is regarded as one of his signature tracks, featuring heartfelt lyrics that depict him going for a drive with his son.

Only OneKanye West ft. Paul McCartney19rank/position

Kanye West – Only One ft. Paul McCartney

It’s both a tribute to Kanye’s daughter, North West, and a message to Kanye sung from the perspective of his late mother, Donda West.

It’s an emotional track featuring Paul McCartney on keyboards.

Growing Up (Sloane’s Song)Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Ed Sheeran20rank/position

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis – Growing Up (Sloane’s Song) feat. Ed Sheeran

This song was inspired by the feelings he experienced when he first became a father, after Ben “Macklemore” Haggerty’s fiancée, Tricia Davis, gave birth to Sloane Ava Simone Haggerty in 2015.

It features a chorus that captures Ed Sheeran’s emotions.

Just the Two of UsWill Smith21rank/position

Will Smith – Just The Two Of Us

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!