'Mama' is the Spice Girls' tribute track to their moms, and it certainly deserves a place on this list. The chorus goes: "Mama, I love you / Mama, I care / Mama, I love you / Mama, my friend (you're my friend)."
Merle Haggard sings about a mother's struggle to keep her son on the right path and how she did everything she could. Indeed, mama tried.
This Adele song is written from the perspective of a mother, and surely one many mothers will relate to.
Meghan Trainor sings about how her mom is the best, a sentiment many of us share.
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"You are appreciated." Simple yet meaningful words that we ought to say to our moms more often.
This is yet another great Mother's Day song. The lyrics go "I know you care / When life gets hard / I can always run home."
This tear-jerking country ballad is a powerful reflection and a perfect way to pay tribute to moms. "Wish we didn’t live, wish we didn’t live so far from each other / I’m just sitting here thinking ’bout the time that’s slipping / And missing my mother, mother / And she’s probably sitting there / Thinking ’bout the time that’s slipping / And missing her mother, mother."
'You Can't Lose Me' is all about growing older but remaining connected by an unbreakable bond. "You can't lose me / Bet your life / I am here and I will always be."
In the end, it's all about being thankful for his Mom and family. "After all the things that we've been through, I've got you." The tune ends with a heartfelt voicemail message from Drake's grandmother.
This is a beautiful tribute to the King's late mother Gladys Presley. It reminds us to love and cherish our mothers while they're still among us.
Originally written by Diane Warren as a tribute to her father, Céline Dion's interpretation is perfectly suitable to mothers as well. After all, it's a song about being thankful for one's love, guidance, and strength.
This is the perfect Mother's Day song to show your love and appreciation. "You taught me everything / And everything you've given me / I'll always keep it inside / You're the driving force in my life, yeah."
The Backstreet Boys describe perfectly how our most loyal fans are our moms. "You showed me / When I was young just how to grow / You showed me / Everything that I should know / You showed me / Just how to walk without your hands / 'Cause mom you always were / The perfect fan."
This is a beautiful dedication to a mother. The music video features the most adorable home videos of Taylor with her mom.
This song is all about being thankful and assuring moms that we'll always be there for them. "Mama, you taught me to do the right things / So now you have to let your baby fly / You've given me everything that I will need / To make it through this crazy thing called life."
This song by the iconic singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell is about a child growing up; something mothers will be able to relate.
This country ballad is a great Mother's Day song. After all, a mother is her child's hero.
Lukas Forchhammer sings about his mother's advice: "Once, I was seven years old, my mama told me, 'Go make yourself some friends, or you’ll be lonely."
'Our House' is a nostalgic look back on a family's life. "Our mum, she's so house-proud / Nothing ever slows her down / And a mess is not allowed."
This song, originally from the 1999 Disney animation 'Tarzan,' is an ode to the bond of love. And what bond is stronger than that of a mother and child, right?
This song takes us back home, to our roots, and certainly to our mothers.
This beautiful dedication to Justin Bieber's mother was released in 2021. "So when you're lost and you're tired / When you're broken in two / Let my love take you higher / 'Cause I, I still turn to you."
This upbeat tune is a great addition to a Mother's Day playlist. The lyrics go: "I'll always love my mama / She's my favorite girl / I'll always love my mama / She brought me in this world."
Beyoncé wrote this song for her mother, Tina Knowles. Queen Bey's tribute to her mom will certainly resonate with many mothers.
The lyrics for 'Simple Man' are textbook motherly advice. The song describes numerous mother's lessons.
This Dolly Parton hit song from 1971 tells the story of how her mother stitched a coat made of rags and how proud she was of it. A mother can really make a difference in a child's upbringing, regardless of financial conditions. "Now I know we had no money, but I was rich as I could be, In my coat of many colors my momma made for me."
The Piano Man wrote this song for his mother, Rosalind Nyman Joel. "When she smiles / She gives everything to me / When she's all alone she cries / I'd do anything to take away her tears / Because they're Rosalinda's eyes."
This song is a heartfelt tribute to the rapper's mother, Donda West. The lyrics go "I wanna scream so loud for you / 'Cause I'm so proud of you, and, uh / Let me tell you what I'm about to do (hey, Mama) / You know I love you so / I never let you go / Wrote this song just so you know / No matter where you go my love is true."
The American boyband dedicated this gorgeous ballad to their moms. The video of the song depicts the relationship between a mother and son, from infancy to adulthood.
This song is an ode to all women, including of course, moms.
Mother's Day is all about celebrating being a mom. It's about honoring motherhood and cherishing the bond between mothers and their children. And what better way to pay tribute to our mothers than through music? There are many music artists who drew inspiration from their own (and other) mothers to write beautiful songs. In this gallery, you'll get to know some of the best ones out there.
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The ultimate Mother's Day playlist to celebrate moms
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Mother's Day is all about celebrating being a mom. It's about honoring motherhood and cherishing the bond between mothers and their children. And what better way to pay tribute to our mothers than through music? There are many music artists who drew inspiration from their own (and other) mothers to write beautiful songs. In this gallery, you'll get to know some of the best ones out there.
Ready to compile the ultimate Mother's Day playlist? Click on!