[2025] A Collection of Classic and Popular Western Songs Depicting Parent-Child Bonds and Love

The theme of parents and children is universal, and across many forms of expression—music, of course, as well as film, novels, and painting—it has been explored in every era.

Speaking strictly about music, there are many classic songs about parents and children that have been loved for years.

Because each creator portrays a different image of family, many listeners can find something to relate to.

In this article, we’ve selected Western songs that focus on the parent-child relationship—songs from parent to child and from child to parent.

Enjoy a richly varied selection across genres, centered on timeless classics and popular tracks!