Top International Songs of Gratitude [2025]

100 BagsStormzy22rank/position

100 Bags

A track by the British rapper Stormzy.

It’s a song that expresses gratitude and respect for his mother, Abigail Owuo.

Released in 2017, it was included on his debut album, Gang Signs & Prayer, which became a hit worldwide.

Thank You LoveStevie Wonder23rank/position

Thank You Love

Stevie Wonder was making a song that gives thanks to love.

Even if you don’t understand the words, his embracing vocals captivate you.

It’s the kind of song that makes you want to listen to it while taking a walk outside.

As for him, he’s a keyboardist, composer, and music producer, and in addition to vocals, he’s a multi-instrumentalist who plays a variety of instruments such as the clarinet.

Since signing with Motown’s Tamla label at the age of 11, he has devoted his career to Motown.

I Thank YouZZ Top24rank/position

I Thank You

How about some good old American rock tunes? This one’s by the three-piece rock band ZZ Top.

With its cool, mature vibe, it’s perfect for expressing gratitude to your father.

They’re a three-piece rock band from Texas, USA.

Since their formation, they’ve never had a lineup change and are known as a national group representing the American South.

They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004.

See you again feat. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa25rank/position

Wiz Khalifa – See You Again ft. Charlie Puth [Official Video] Furious 7 Soundtrack

Famous as the theme song for the film “Furious 7,” this track was also created in memory of one of the movie’s cast members who died in a car accident.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to while thinking of a dear friend you can no longer see, believing in the day you’ll meet again.

Charlie Puth is known for his beautiful falsetto, and this song showcases that charm to the fullest.

Wiz Khalifa’s rap part also adds a wonderful flavor, creating a finely tuned harmony.

Just The Way You AreBruno Mars26rank/position

Bruno Mars – Just The Way You Are (Official Music Video)

This song, which sings to a lover that they’re perfect just the way they are, is a huge hit by Bruno Mars.

It was also his debut single, which became the springboard for his brilliant career.

The chorus includes an impossibly sweet line about how the world stops for a moment when you smile, making it a perfect song to listen to while thinking of your loved one.

Although released in 2010, it uses sounds that retain a retro feel in the drums and other rhythm parts, showcasing his taste to the fullest.

God’s PlanDrake27rank/position

Drake – God’s Plan

Drake is a Canadian rapper and actor.

He’s also known for being a regular on a Canadian teen drama series.

His uncle is said to be the bassist Larry Graham.

In the music video for this song he performs, about one million dollars is used for various charitable causes within the video—a unusual challenge, right? The song’s message is about cherishing your mother.

Someone You LovedLewis Capaldi28rank/position

Lewis Capaldi – Someone You Loved

This song, sung by Scottish artist Lewis Capaldi, is a moving ballad with a dual meaning of heartbreak and family loss.

Released in November 2018, it falls into the pop and adult contemporary genres.

Capaldi’s soul-stirring vocals and heartfelt lyrics are distinctive, resonating with many listeners.

It became the best-selling single in the UK in 2019 and topped charts around the world.

As a song that stands by those who have experienced breakups or the loss of a loved one, it has become a source of comfort for many.