Top 30 Songs about Dads

Choosing the perfect song is key to setting the right mood, no matter what the occasion. Whether you’re looking for songs to dedicate to Dad on Father’s Day,  searching for the perfect background music for a slideshow or father/daughter wedding dance, or honoring him with a special celebration, the right song can inspire, encourage, honor and celebrate. Consider these top 30 songs about dads, each a perfect choice to honor the important man in your life:

1. “I Want to Be Just Like You” - Phillips, Craig & Dean

2. “Song For Dad” - Keith Urban

3. “Daddy” - Beyonce Knowles

4. “Seein’ My Father in Me” - Paul Overstreet

5. “Just the Two of Us” - Will Smith

6. “He Didn’t Have to Be” - Brad Paisley

7. “Cat’s in the Cradle” - Harry Chapin

8. “Butterfly Kisses” - Bob Carlisle

9. “You’re Gonna Miss This” - Trace Adkins

10. “My Father’s Eyes” - Eric Clapton

11. “It Won‘t Be Like This for Long“ - Darius Rucker

12. “There Goes My Life” - Kenny Chesney

13. “Father & Son” - Cat Stevens

14. “Daddy’s Hands” - Holly Dunn

15. “Anything Like Me” - Brad Paisley

16. “Dance With My Father” - Luther Vandross

17. “Oh my Papa” - Eddie Fisher

18. “Love Without End, Amen” - George Strait

19. “My Father’s Eyes” - Amy Grant

20. “A Father’s Love” - George Strait

21. “Papa, Can You Hear Me?” - Barbra Streisand

22. “Then They Do” - Trace Adkins

23. “Thank God for Kids” - Oak Ridge Boys

24. “I Wish I Could” - Collin Raye

25. “Lullabye (Goodnight My Angel)” - Billy Joel

26. “Drive” - Alan Jackson

27. “Father and Friend” - Alain Clark

28. “Mr. Mom” - Lonestar

29. “Watching You” - Rodney Atkins

30. “Father and Daughter” - Paul Simon

These sentimental dad-themed songs would also be perfect to play at funerals, landmark birthdays, or any other special occasion. Got any other top songs about dads that we missed? Comment and add them to our list below.