[2025] A Collection of Classic Western Songs Themed Around Grandfathers and Grandmothers
Just as Japan has Respect for the Aged Day, the United States and Italy have “Grandparents Day,” albeit not officially in some cases, and China has days such as the Double Ninth Festival to honor the elderly.
In Japan, where nuclear families are increasingly common, many people may find it difficult to see their grandparents, and the feelings of gratitude and care for older adults are truly universal.
In this article, we’ve researched classic Western songs themed around grandfathers and grandmothers, gathering a wide range of tracks from various eras and genres.
Alongside country music—which often features songs about family—and timeless classics, we’ve also included recent hits and tracks from unexpected genres.
Enjoy this diverse lineup!
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[2025] A Compilation of Classic Western Songs Themed Around Grandfathers and Grandmothers (31–40)
In ColorJamey Johnson
An emotional song written by Jamey Johnson about the elderly and about his own life.
It was created in honor of his grandfather, who passed away in 2000.
The song won Song of the Year at the 2009 Country Music Association Awards.
Sunday CandyMatthew West
A track from Matthew West’s third studio album, “Something to Say.” It’s sung about his 86-year-old grandmother, Luella Jane West.
The music video, which portrays both the sorrow and hope of heaven, was filmed in Nashville.
Death BloomsMudvayne
A song about “death” written by Mudvayne’s lead singer, Chad Gray, and others.
It was inspired by his grandmother, Betty Rae, who had a profound impact on his life.
After several years battling cancer, she passed away in 2005.
Burn Your Life DownTegan and Sara
Tegan and Sara, an indie pop duo formed in Canada in 1995, are composed of twin sisters.
This song was written about their grandmother’s death and how their grandfather responded to it.
It is a track included on the album Con.
GhostsJake Owen
Jake Owen is a country music singer-songwriter from Florida, United States.
This song was created when he, who had never met his grandfather, discovered many similarities between his own life and his grandfather’s.
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Grandma SongJoey Dosik
This is a warm, heartfelt song filled with deep love and gratitude for the singer’s grandmother.
It appears on Joey Dosik’s August 2018 album Inside Voice and is a refined work that updates 1970s soul music for a modern sound.
Dosik’s silky vocals and distinctive melodies stand out as he sings, over a gentle ballad, about the importance of family.
The lyrics recall cherished memories with his grandmother from childhood and the influence she had on him, making the song deeply resonant for listeners.
It’s recommended for moments when you want to reaffirm your gratitude to someone important or feel the bond of family.
Tell You Something (Nana’s Reprise)Alicia Keys
Alicia Keys is an American singer-songwriter known for her distinctive husky voice.
While her early work centered on R&B, these days she seems to place greater emphasis not only on her musical style but also on her lyrics.
One of her pieces that takes her grandmother and grandfather as its theme is Tell You Something (Nana’s Reprise).
The lyrics are abstract, but the song likely portrays scenes of regret directed toward her grandparents, who have presumably passed on before her.