Father's Day Mixtape 2023

Not sure what to get your old man for Father’s Day? Why not present him with a carefully curated playlist dedicated to him. Plus, there is no wrong way of picking a song for the day: it’s all about what speaks to your dad and you.

Here are 10 Father-themed hits that can offer some great inspiration.

My Father’s Eyes by Eric Clapton

Note: you will cry. Eric Clapton conveys his yearning for his father’s help when he is not around. We all have those moments when we really crave our dad’s help. And we often fo no know what we have until it is gone.

Hero by Mariah Carey

Lyrically, the song is about the importance of being confident in yourself and standing firm during times of distress. But there comes a time when your father is the hero that comes along, giving you the strength to carry on.

Daughters by John Mayer

This critically acclaimed song is John’s gentle warning to fathers to treat their children with kindness. In short, parents’ leave an incredible impression on their kids. John explains that teaching kids to love and caring is important to look after the future generations in the same way.

Daddy by Beyoncé

For her debut solo album, the Crazy In Love singer wrote this as an ode from a daughter to her father. Fathers of girls can appreciate this message of love for their hardworking dads.

Daddy by Coldplay

This slow, piano ballad is about a strained relationship between a son and his dad. I travels through the many complicated emotions: longing to reunite, convincing yourself it will be okay and confusion for the separation.

Right by You (For Luna) by John Legend

John Legend dedicates this song to his daughter Luna. He reassures her that no matter the obstacle, he will be there to support and comfort her.

Wind Beneath My Wings by Gerald Levert and Eddie Levert

The Levert father-and-son duo covered this 1982 song for their album in 1995. The itself explores tight father-son relationships. Our dads give us strength to persevere, and save us when we become too overwhelmed.

Dance With My Father by Luther Vandross

How could this classic tearjerker not be included? One of the most memorable Vandross masterpieces is the perfect embodiment of paternal love.

Count on Me by Bruno Mars

As the name puts it, this song all about being there for someone in need. It can be an ode to all the fathers who have gone the extra mile to meet the needs of their kids.

Just the Two of Us by Will Smith

The fourth single by Will Smith puts a hip-hop spin on the Bill Withers and Grover Washington Jr classic. It switches the meaning slightly to focus on the love between a father and son.