It's Mother's Day here in the United States, and I was thinking about some songs that are really apropos for this day. I realized that there are some really great songs about the girl who married dear old dad.
So, here is my very subjective list, and I'm saving the favorite one for last.
10. The Mother's Day Song by Bryant Oden
Here is a song that is funny, but it also tells us about how much Mom does for us everyday of the year.
9. "In My Daughter's Eyes" by Martina McBride
A song by a mom about being there for her daughter. Simply a beautiful song!
Another beautiful song about a woman is who the mother of your children and does so much more.
7. "Mama's Song" by Carrie Underwood
Check out this lovely song about what Carrie learned from her mother and how she will use that with her own kids.
6. "I'll Always Love My Mama" by The Intruders
If you're like me, you'll love this one. Even if you are a man who is married, your mother can still be your "favorite girl." The lyrics start at the 3:30 minutes mark!
5. "Mother and Child Reunion" by Paul Simon
As someone who has lost his mother, this song kind of hits harder on Mother's Day. However, I know we will have a reunion one day, and that is comforting.
4. "What Mama Say (Life is Good)" by Jason Mraz
This one is a reminder of all the things your mother ever said to you, and even though it is all in good fun, it really rings true. "You better listen to your mama!" Don't forget that ever!
3. "Mother Like Mine" by The Band Perry
This band comprised of three siblings sings about the "The Lady of the House" in an ode to the woman who raised them right. A lovely song on this day or any other.
2. "Let it Be" by the Beatles
Paul said this song came from a visit by his late mother in a dream. She told him to "Let it be" in regard to the difficult things he was going through (like The Beatles breaking up). Truly a beautiful song that tugs at my heartstrings each time I listen to it.
1. "Ave Maria" by Franz Schubert (as sung by Luciano Pavarotti)
Arguably one of the most beautiful songs ever written, this one always brings a little tear to my eyes. I can remember listening to this song at Christmastime as a kid while Mom decorated the tree. An ode to the Virgin Mary that also reminds us of the ultimate sacrifice as a mother that she would have to endure.
So, there you have it. I know it's a very subjective list, but these are my favorite songs about moms.
Happy Mother's Day to everyone out there. If you still have your mother, I hope that you're able to spend the day with her. If you're far away, there is always Zoom or a phone call.
And if you're like me and have lost your mother, spend some time thinking about her and all the things she used to do for you. I think about her every day, but this is the day that I miss her most of all!
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