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“Thank you always”: English-language songs to give on Mother’s Day

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
music writerKOH-1
Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

Introducing timeless Western songs brimming with love and gratitude for Mom—perfect for Mother’s Day!

For many of us, it can feel a bit embarrassing to say “thank you” to our moms face to face, even though they’re always there for us.

These are all classics that fans of Western music will love, and they’re also great as driving BGM when you take your mom to places she wants to go.

The selection spans a variety of songs that imagine moms in all sorts of situations, so check the reviews and find the Mother’s Day song that suits you best!

“Thank you, as always”: Western songs to give on Mother’s Day (11–20)

The WishBruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen – The Wish (Springsteen on Broadway – Official Audio)

The WishBruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen is a legendary rock musician America is proud of.

Born in New Jersey in 1949, he has worked in genres such as heartland rock and Americana, and is known for his poetic lyrics themed around working-class life and his overwhelming live performances.

“The Wish” is a moving masterpiece included on the four-disc box set “Tracks,” released in 1998.

Its lyrics, beautifully interweaving childhood memories and deep love for his mother, have the power to touch listeners’ hearts.

This work, which distills Springsteen’s talent and humanity, is also perfect as a Mother’s Day gift song.

Send it to your beloved mother with your heartfelt gratitude.

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Sun Of Jean ft. Mum, DadLoyle Carner

Loyle Carner – Sun Of Jean ft. Mum, Dad

Sun Of Jean ft. Mum, DadLoyle Carner

Loyle Carner, one of the leading figures in the contemporary UK hip-hop scene, is highly acclaimed for his unique lyricism marked by deep emotional expression and insight.

His debut album, Yesterday’s Gone, released in January 2017, was a major success, reaching number 14 on the UK charts and earning a Gold certification.

The album includes the heartwarming gem Sun Of Jean ft.

Mum, Dad, a song that expresses gratitude for his bond with his mother.

It portrays Carner’s deep connection with his mother, his personal growth, and the importance of family.

Supported by a mother’s love throughout his journey in music, his life is rendered through delicate words and a beautiful melody in this exquisite track.

It’s a perfect piece to gift on Mother’s Day as a token of appreciation.

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Sweet MotherSkepta

Skepta – Sweet Mother

Sweet MotherSkepta

Joseph Olaitan Adenuga Jr.

, better known as Skepta, was born in Tottenham, UK, in 1982 and is known as one of Britain’s leading artists, spanning grime, British rap, and club/dance styles.

On “Sweet Mother,” a track from his 2007 album Greatest Hits, he delivers a heartfelt message of love and gratitude to his mother.

The emotionally resonant lyrics overflow with appreciation for the hardships and sacrifices she endured for him, conveying Skepta’s belief that he is incomplete without his mother.

For those who find it hard to express everyday gratitude, this song offers a way to show love to your mother.

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I Prefer Your LoveSt. Vincent

I Prefer Your Love

I Prefer Your LoveSt. Vincent

St.

Vincent is a musician from the United States, known for her complex arrangements and wide-ranging use of instruments.

She has won the Grammy Award three times, and her inventive guitar playing is highly acclaimed.

“I Prefer Your Love” is a moving track from her 2014 album St.

Vincent.

The lyrics, expressing love and respect for her mother, reflect St.

Vincent’s personal experiences and emotions.

Its sound, blending electronic and art rock elements, gains depth through producer John Congleton’s craftsmanship.

It’s a perfect song for Mother’s Day to convey everyday gratitude.

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100 BagsStormzy

100 Bags

100 BagsStormzy

“100 Bags,” a track from British grime scene stalwart Stormzy’s 2017 album Gang Signs & Prayer.

Renowned for his lyrical talent and distinctive musical style, Stormzy lays bare his past and feelings for his family on this song as well.

In particular, his gratitude toward the mother who raised him as a single parent and his strong resolve to succeed in music to make her life easier leave a lasting impression.

Set to a sound that fuses grime and hip-hop, Stormzy’s emotions come through directly.

It’s a standout song that makes a great Mother’s Day gift and is recommended for anyone who values the bond between parent and child.

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Mother Like MineThe Band Perry

The Band Perry – Mother Like Mine (Ram Country On Yahoo Music)

Mother Like MineThe Band Perry

The Band Perry is a country-pop band from the United States.

Formed in 2005 by siblings Kimberly Perry, Reid Perry, and Neil Perry, the group’s sound is rooted in country while incorporating elements of pop and rock.

They released their debut album, The Band Perry, in 2010, and the track If I Die Young became a massive hit, reaching No.

1 on the U.

S.

country chart.

They went on to release numerous hit songs and earned critical acclaim, including Grammy nominations.

Mother Like Mine is included on their second album, Pioneer, released in 2013.

Written and composed by the band members themselves, it’s a moving number filled with love for their mother.

It conveys their belief that if everyone in the world were blessed with someone as loving as their own mother, the world would be a more peaceful place.

It’s widely cherished as a song to listen to on Mother’s Day and is a perfect track to send to a beloved mom with heartfelt gratitude.

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“Thank you, always” — Western songs I want to give on Mother’s Day (21–30)

Oh MotherChristina Aguilera

Christina Aguilera – Oh Mother

Oh MotherChristina Aguilera

Christina Aguilera, the queen of global pop who sparked widespread buzz at her debut and has won multiple Grammy Awards, was ranked 58th on Rolling Stone’s list of the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time.

Her song “Oh Mother,” told from the perspectives of a mother and her daughter, is a painful yet powerful expression of women’s strength.

When you’re troubled or confused, it will surely give you courage and energy!

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