1. Father and Son - Cat Stevens
Unlike many other songs, Father and Son is written and performed in English by the British singer-songwriter Cat Stevens. With a gentle yet deeply emotional melody, combined with heartfelt lyrics, this song beautifully captures the profound, sacred bond between a father and his child. Released in 2010, it resonated with listeners worldwide and quickly gained admiration for its emotional depth and universal appeal.
Song Lyrics:
It's not time to make a change,
Just relax, take it easy
You're still young, that's your fault,
There's so much you have to know
Find a girl, settle down,
If you want you can marry
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy. I was once like you are now, and I know that it's not easy,
To be calm when you've found something going on
But take your time, think a lot,
Why, think of everything you've got
For you will still be here tomorrow, but your dreams may not. How can I try to explain, when I do, he turns away again
It's always been the same, same old story
From the moment I could talk I was ordered to listen
Now there's a way and I know that I have to go away. I know I have to go. It's not time to make a change,
Just sit down, take it slowly
You're still young, that's your fault,
There's so much you have to go through
Find a girl, settle down,
If you want you can marry
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy. All the times that I cried, keeping all the things I knew inside,
It's hard, but it's harder to ignore it
If they were right, I'd agree, but it's them you know not me
Now there's a way and I know that I have to go away
I know I have to go...
Listen to the song (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yERildSsWxM
Image Source: google.comNguyễn Hải Phong, a renowned Vietnamese musician, singer, and producer, created one of his best works with Ba Kể Con Nghe. Despite many covers of this song by various artists, it is widely regarded as the best when performed by Nguyễn Hải Phong himself. The song not only celebrates the bond between father and child but also reflects on music as a magical force.
Lyrics:
When I was younger, my father played guitar, never distracted by its sound,
Strings strummed, the melody resonated through the air.
The piano was much harder, yet my smaller hands played it with love.
My hands may have been small, but my dreams were endless,
Love and passion spread across the room,
As my father aged, his hands shook but still, he played drums with joy.
Years went by, and still, my father laughed, holding onto his dreams for me,
Through every note, he taught me the power of music.
Through music, my soul was calmed, and I became a river, a field, a vast sky,
Just like the lullabies my grandmother used to sing when I was a child.
Sometimes it feels like summer breeze, other times it brings sorrow,
Yet music always gives me strength, just as my father has done for me.
When I hear music, I grow stronger, and one day, I'll protect the dreams of my family,
For now, I carry the music, love, and memories passed down to me.
Listen to the song (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSa4zyaGS-o
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3. The Father's Day Song - Bryant Oden
This joyful children's song, The Father's Day Song, is one of the most popular tunes dedicated to fathers on the charts every year around Father's Day – the third Sunday of June. With simple and easy-to-understand English lyrics, the song is written for kids. Its fast-paced rhythm and catchy melodies make it a memorable anthem, expressing a heartfelt thank-you from children to their dads.
Image source: google.com4. Thank you for being my Dad - Jon Barker
Thank you for being my Dad is a song where Jon Barker pours all his love, gratitude, and appreciation into words for his father. With a soft, soothing melody, the heartfelt English lyrics convey emotions that touch the listener, as they are filled with sincere love for all fathers. The song expresses thanks for shaping his life, teaching valuable lessons, and always being there when needed. The singer also reflects on being a father himself and hopes to raise his son with the same care and guidance he received. The song concludes with a simple but powerful message: 'Thank you for being my Dad.'
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Not just an award-winning song by musician and singer Paul Simon, Father and Daughter carries a deep and meaningful message about the sacred bond between fathers and daughters. After being featured as the soundtrack in The Wild Thornberrys Movie, it went on to win several prestigious awards, including Best Original Song at the 2003 Academy Awards, 2003 Golden Globe Awards, and the Critics' Choice Movie Awards for Best Song.
The lyrics of Father and Daughter capture the unconditional love and protection a father feels for his daughter. The song reassures her, telling her to trust her instincts and follow her dreams, while expressing a father's eternal love. The singer promises to always watch over her, to be there when needed, and to paint a sign of love so she always knows that, as long as one and one equals two, no father could ever love his daughter more. It's a heartfelt tribute to the bond between father and daughter, one that lasts forever.6. Seeing My Father In Me - Paul Overstreet
Released in 1989, 'Seeing My Father In Me' by Paul Overstreet is a timeless country song that touches the hearts of those reflecting on their fathers. The song, written in English, captures the emotional journey of recognizing the influence of a father’s legacy. The title, 'Seeing my father in me,' highlights the deep appreciation children feel for their fathers, recognizing the traits they have inherited and the love they have for them.
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Performed by the English band The Shires, 'Daddy's Little Girl' is a beautiful song about the warm and loving bond between a father and his daughter. The unique vocals and impressive guitar skills of the band members create a captivating melody that perfectly complements the heartfelt lyrics.
Image source: google.com8. Father and Son - Bức Tường
Bức Tường, the first professional rock band in Vietnam, presents the song 'Father and Son' in their album 'Nam Châm.' This powerful track, performed by the late musician Trần Lập along with the band, carries a deep message. It reflects a father's advice and hopes for his child, urging them to embrace life with dreams, strength, and integrity. It expresses the profound, unconditional love that fathers have for their children, encouraging them to walk the path their father has paved.
Image source: google.comA promising young composer, Lê Yến Hoa, whose song 'The Violin' gained over a million listens on mp3 and numerous requests on VTV right after its release, has captivated listeners. Many famous singers have performed the song, each bringing their own unique touch. Thùy Chi, with her gentle voice, has also enchanted audiences with this beautiful piece.
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That's My Job is a country song written and performed by American singer-songwriter Conway Twitty. Released in the 90s, the song has remained relevant to this day due to its powerful message and the emotions it evokes in listeners, especially celebrating the love between fathers and children. It proudly affirms that 'Being a father is the best job in life.'
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Daddy's Hands - a tribute to the hardworking, weathered hands of a father, capable of enduring pain, yet tender and warm in their protection of their children. The song celebrates the powerful love of a father, as well as the admiration, gratitude, and respect from his children. It's one of the most iconic songs that beautifully portrays fatherhood, written in English lyrics.
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My Old Man, or Người cha già của con in Vietnamese, is a heartfelt song by Zac Brown Band dedicated to fathers everywhere. Its lyrics express deep love, admiration, and sincere emotions, making it one of the most cherished songs about father-son relationships, still relevant today.
Image source: google.comThank You, Father is one of the musical works from Hồ Ngọc Hà's 2013 projects. This song was composed by Nguyễn Hồng Thuận specifically for the project based on ideas from Hồ Ngọc Hà and her team. What makes this MV special is that it marked the first time Hồ Ngọc Hà, Đoan Trang, Đinh Hương, Sơn Ngọc Minh, Trần Ngọc Khanh, and Nguyễn Hồng Thuận invited their parents to join and capture sweet family moments together.
Image source: google.comThis song, by Dương Trường Giang, is a pop ballad that tells the story of the love, struggles, and worries a father has for his child. To capture the stunning visuals in the music video, Hoài Lâm and his team spent two days in Phan Rang. The MV showcases beautiful scenes as Hoài Lâm runs through a vibrant rice field, yet his heart is filled with a longing for his aging father. It also reflects memories of a humble life with sheep and goats near the foot of the mountain, but the true happiness of a father and son in freedom.
Fatherhood - Composed by: Dương Trường Giang (Performed by: Hoài Lâm)Papa was inspired by a song of the same name, composed by the Canadian musician Paul Anka and released to the public in 1974. Paul Anka's song tells the story of an immigrant family in Canada. Every day, the father struggles to work hard to provide a better life for his children. While the child innocently enjoys the father's care and grows up, he grows older, and the mother passes away. The father's love and treatment significantly influence the child's perception of fatherhood in the future. Hong Nhung performed this song on stage professionally at the age of 15.
Papa - Composed by: Paul Anka (Performed by: Hong Nhung)Thuy Chi is known for her beautiful voice: high, sweet, and pure; achieving success in her singing career, despite being a piano lecturer. The song 'Father and Daughter', written by musician Nguyen Van Trung and performed by Thuy Chi, creates a gentle and profound melody that touches the hearts of listeners, especially those who are fathers or children. With its soft lyrics and a short animated film, the song instantly garnered widespread popularity and appeared on numerous music charts in 2017 due to the emotional impact it had on listeners.
Lyrics:
I want to get close and hug my father, lean on his shoulder
I want to hold his hand tightly, feeling the calluses deeply ingrained
I remember the afternoons sitting behind him in the car, the sun casting shadows on his head
I remember the times when father and I laughed, fearing it would end
Fearing that when I wake up tomorrow, father will no longer be there
No one will tell me the old stories anymore
No one will ask me if I've come home each night
No one will shield me from the sun and rain on the road
No one will love me like when I was a child
No one will care and pick me up after school
All my childhood with father, the most memorable moments are filled with his laughter
I miss those peaceful days more than anything
The wind blowing through my messy hair
I want my father to comb my hair
Even though the years pass quickly, I wish to stay with my father forever
Fearing that tomorrow when I wake up, father will no longer be there
No one will tell me the old stories anymore
No one will ask me if I've come home each night
No one will shield me from the sun and rain on the road
No one will love me like when I was a child
No one will care and sit beside me to comfort me
All my childhood with father, the most memorable moments are filled with his laughter
I miss those peaceful days more than anything
Why is it only when I grew up that I understood the worries in father's heart
He sacrificed his whole life for me
Why did father never talk about the hardships he faced
Why did father keep his pains and losses to himself
All my childhood with father, but I never saw his tears, pain, or sorrow
The stories were always filled with his laughter.
Song link (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y0jeAPH_Pc
Father and Daughter - Nguyễn Văn Trung (Performed by: Thùy Chi)One of the most beautiful Vietnamese songs about the father-child bond, The Image of the Old Father by Ngọc Sơn, known as the 'king of sentimental music' or 'Michael Ngọc Sơn,' has always been at the top of music charts. It touched the hearts of music lovers and moved listeners since the late 20th century.
Song lyrics:
Last night, another night passed
My heart still longs for my father
After many years of hardship and struggle
He sacrificed his life for his children
He always taught us
To live with love and loyalty
When I was sick, he stayed awake all night
His eyes deep with exhaustion from caring for me
I remember those innocent days
By the thatched roof, full of love
I still remember the image of the old father
He warmed me every night
The image of my father is now gone, far away to the end of life
Once he was gone, I realized there's no sorrow greater than this
I don't know how to put all his love into words
Oh, dear father, do you understand how much I love you?
Listen to the song (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDDeSR97R6c
The Image of the Old Father - Composed and Performed by: Ngọc SơnMinh Quân is a well-known singer with a soft, gentle voice, who gained popularity in the 2010s. He has performed many works that touched people's hearts, one of which is the song The Self-Song of My Birth. This song does not only express the love of a mother or a father but unites both, celebrating the sacred parental love for their children. It's one of the best family songs and also one of the tracks that helped establish Minh Quân's career alongside composer Trương Quý Sơn.
Song lyrics:
The primal night when I was born
My mother, in pain, could not express her love
The warm milk, gentle lullabies by her lips
Caring for me to grow into a person.
Every morning, she holds me in her arms
A father's love is vast like the ocean
My childhood passed so quickly
With wings of longing, I soared high.
Through the years, like a bird flying in many directions
Carried away by the winds
Love, oh, where are you, so far away
When loneliness overwhelms me...
When tears replace smiles
Calling out to the memories of childhood
Gentle in dreams, my mother's milk
A father's embrace wipes away all troubles.
Overcoming countless storms, the bird returns through vast skies
Echoing through the cold night, the primal cry
Overcoming countless storms, the bird returns through vast skies
Under the old roof, a dream of a red night.
Listen to the song (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOZ67GsC_Eg
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