60 Songs That Celebrate the Love Between Mothers and Daughters Ideas

It’s no surprise that weddings are monumental for the mother of the bride. It can be hugely symbolic for moms when their daughters get married. But all the emotions that come with such a big step, combined with the nonstop festivities of a wedding reception, can take away a mom's ability to truly reflect on the occasion as it’s happening. So, just as the father of the bride gets a dance, why not carve out a special moment for mom? Picking a song that's reminiscent of your bond is a great way to do it. You can have the DJ announce that your chosen tune is meant to honor the bride's mother before it plays, or you can surprise your mom with her very own dance to mark your love. Take it back to the ‘60s with The Temptations's “My Girl,” or pick something more modern and sentimental like “Never Grow Up” by Taylor Swift. Whatever you choose, your deep connection with your mom will have the grand moment it deserves. Here are 60 touching songs that express the intense love that exists between mothers and daughters.

01of 60 “My Girl,” by The Temptations Lyrics of Love: “I've got so much honey, the bees envy me/I've got a sweeter song than the birds in the trees” 02of 60 “The Best Day,” by Taylor Swift Lyrics of Love: “Don't know if Snow White's house is near or far away/But I know I had the best day with you today” 03of 60 “I’ll Be There,” by The Jackson 5 Lyrics of Love: “I'll have faith in all you do/Just call my name and I'll be there (I'll be there)” 04of 60 “By Your Side,” by Sade Lyrics of Love: “I'll tell you you're right when you're wrong/And if only you could see into me” 05of 60 “Landslide,” by Fleetwood Mac Lyrics of Love: “But time makes you bolder/Even children get older and I'm gettin' older, too” 06of 60 “You’re My Best Friend,” by Queen Lyrics of Love: “I really love you/Oh, you're my best friend” 07of 60 “Ribbon in the Sky,” by Stevie Wonder Lyrics of Love: “But what it is that was always meant/Is our ribbon in the sky for our love, love” 08of 60 “My Wish,” by Rascal Flatts Lyrics of Love: “My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to/Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small” 09of 60 “Mama, He’s Crazy,” by The Judds Lyrics of Love: “He beats all I've ever seen/Mama, he's crazy, he's crazy over me” 10of 60 “My Darling,” by Wilco Lyrics of Love: “And be sure, darling/To make all the good times last” 11of 60 “Thank You Mom,” by Good Charlotte Lyrics of Love: “I'll always love you, there's nothing I won't do/To say these words to you” 12of 60 “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” by Elton John Lyrics of Love: “It's enough for this restless warrior/Just to be with you” 13of 60 “Oh Mother,” by Christina Aguilera Lyrics of Love: “So, mother, I thank you/For all you've done and still do” 14of 60 “Because You Loved Me,” by Celine Dion Lyrics of Love: “For every dream you made come true/For all the love I found in you” 15of 60 “Mom,” by Meghan Trainor Lyrics of Love: “Her love's 'til the end, she's my best friend/Ain't nobody got a mom like mine” 16of 60 “Count on Me,” by Bruno Mars Lyrics of Love: “If you ever find yourself lost in the dark and you can't see/I'll be the light to guide you” 17of 60 “Girl on Fire,” by Alicia Keys Lyrics of Love: “Looks like a girl, but she's a flame/So bright, she can burn your eyes” 18of 60 “Sweetest Devotion,” by Adele Lyrics of Love: “When you wonder if I'm gonna lose my way home/Just remember, that come whatever, I'll be yours all alone” 19of 60 “Right by You (For Luna),” by John Legend Lyrics of Love: “Will we do right by you? Will you have what you require/To make your days on this Earth not so dire?” 20of 60 “Mother,” by Sugarland Lyrics of Love: “She stands here to help you/there's nothing she won't do” 21of 60 “Promise,” by Tori Amos Lyrics of Love: “Where the sun shines I will be there/You are the light” 22of 60 “Wildflowers,” by Tom Petty Lyrics of Love: “I have seen no other/Who compares with you” 23of 60 “Never Grow Up,” by Taylor Swift Lyrics of Love: “I won't let nobody hurt you/Won't let no one break your heart” 24of 60 “Mama,” by The Spice Girls Lyrics of Love: “So now I see through your eyes/All that you did was love” 25of 60 “In My Daughter’s Eyes,” by Martina McBride Lyrics of Love: “I see who I want to be/In my daughter's eyes” 26of 60 “What a Wonderful World,” by Louis Armstrong Lyrics of Love: “The bright blessed day, the dark sacred night/And I think to myself, what a wonderful world” 27of 60 “The Way You Look Tonight,” by Frank Sinatra Lyrics of Love: “I will feel a glow just thinking of you/And the way you look tonight” 28of 60 “Slipping Through My Fingers,” by ABBA Lyrics of Love: “I'm glad whenever I can share her laughter/That funny little girl” 29of 60 “Days Like This,” by Van Morrison Lyrics of Love: “When everything falls into place like the flick of a switch/Well my mama told me there'll be days like this” 30of 60 “You Are My Sunshine,” by Kina Grannis Lyrics of Love: “You'll never know dear, how much I love you/Please don't take my sunshine away” 31of 60 “Mother,” by Kacey Musgraves Lyrics of Love: “Bursting with empathy, I'm feeling everything/The weight of the world on my shoulders” 32of 60 “Where You Lead I Will Follow,” by Carole King Lyrics of Love: “All you have to do is call my name/And I'll be there on the next train” 33of 60 “I Hope You Dance,” by Lee Ann Womack Lyrics of Love: “I hope you never lose your sense of wonder/You get your fill to eat but always keep that hunger” 34of 60 “Butterfly Fly Away,” by Miley Cyrus and Billy Rae Cyrus Lyrics of Love: “You tucked me in, turned out the light/Kept me safe and sound at night” 35of 60 “You Make My Dreams (Come True),” by Daryl Hall and John Oates Lyrics of Love: “'Cause I ain't the way you found me/And I'll never be the same, oh yeah” 36of 60 “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch),” by Four Tops Lyrics of Love: “When you snap your finger or wink your eye/I come a-running to you” 37of 60 “I’m a Believer,” by The Monkees Lyrics of Love: “Then I saw her face, now I'm a believer/Not a trace of doubt in my mind” 38of 60 “Lovely Day,” by Bill Withers Lyrics of Love: “Just one look at you and I know it's gonna be/A lovely day” 39of 60 “Wind Beneath My Wings,” by Bette Midler Lyrics of Love: “Did you ever know that you're my hero/And everything I would like to be?” 40of 60 “You Raise Me Up,” by Josh Groban Lyrics of Love: “I am strong when I am on your shoulders/You raise me up to more than I can be” 41of 60 “Forever Young,” by Rod Stewart Lyrics of Love: “May the good Lord be with you down every road you roam/And may sunshine and happiness surround you when you're far from home” 42of 60 “I Turn to You,” by Christina Aguilera Lyrics of Love: “When I'm scared, losing ground, when my world is going crazy/You can turn it all around yes” 43of 60 “A Song for Mama,” by Boyz II Men Lyrics of Love: “Mama, Mama you're the queen of my heart/Your love is like tears from the stars, yes it is” 44of 60 “God Only Knows,” by The Beach Boys Lyrics of Love: “I'll make you so sure about it/God only knows what I'd be without you” 45of 60 “Through the Years,” by Kenny Rogers Lyrics of Love: “Can't imagine anything we've missed/Can't imagine anything the two of us can't do” 46of 60 “Oh How the Years Go By,” by Amy Grant Lyrics of Love: “Oh how the years go by/Oh how the love brings tears to my eyes” 47of 60 “Mother,” by Ashanti Lyrics of Love: “And I appreciate your love and all sacrifice/Without you by my side, I never could survive” 48of 60 “A Mother’s Prayer,” by Celine Dion Lyrics of Love: “So let the children remember the sun/Let them dance, let them soar” 49of 60 “In My Life,” by The Beatles Lyrics of Love: “But of all these friends and lovers/There is no one compares with you” 50of 60 “Stand by Me,” by Ben E. King Lyrics of Love: “Oh, I won't be afraid/Just as long as you stand, stand by me” 51of 60 “Loves Me Like a Rock,” by Paul Simon Lyrics of Love: “Oh, my mama loves me, she loves me/She get down on her knees and hug me” 52of 60 “Have I Told You Lately,” by Rod Stewart Lyrics of Love: “Fill my heart with gladness, take away all my sadness/Ease my troubles, that's what you do” 53of 60 “Teach Your Children,” by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Lyrics of Love: “So just look at them and sigh/And know they love you” 54of 60 “There You’ll Be,” by Faith Hill Lyrics of Love: “In my dreams, I'll always see you soar above the sky/In my heart, there will always be a place for you, for all my life” 55of 60 “I’ll Stand by You,” by The Pretenders Lyrics of Love: “When the night falls on you, you don't know what to do/Nothing you confess could make me love you less” 56of 60 “You Are the Sunshine of My Life,” by Stevie Wonder Lyrics of Love: “You are the apple of my eye/Forever you'll stay in my heart” 57of 60 “Wonderful Tonight,” by Eric Clapton Lyrics of Love: “I feel wonderful because I see/The love light in your eyes” 58of 60 “Your Song,” by Elton John Lyrics of Love: “I hope you don't mind that I put down in words/How wonderful life is while you're in the world” 59of 60 “Unforgettable,” by Natalie Cole and Nat King Cole Lyrics of Love: “Never before has someone been more/Unforgettable in every way” 60of 60 “Isn’t She Lovely,” by Stevie Wonder Lyrics of Love: “Isn't she pretty?/Truly the angel's best”