Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for the people in your
life. For many, the emphasis is placed on family. Whether that is the family
that raised you or the friends who took you in as their family, these are the
people we care the most about and are most grateful for.
In honor of Thanksgiving, which occurs tomorrow, Vinyl Bay777, Long Island’s music outlet, is taking a look at songs that celebrate the
familial bond. Here are five to help you show just how grateful you are for
your family this holiday.
1.
The Cranberries, “Ode To My Family”: Late
Cranberries frontwomen Dolores O’Riordan wrote “Ode To My Family” to pay tribute
to her family growing up, telling the Los Angeles Times (quote found on Genius) that
the song is “about childhood, family and how important they are.” The song is
meant to be a realization that once you’re out on your own, you learn to
appreciate and be grateful for what your parents did for you growing up. (video)
2.
Sister
Sledge, “We Are Family”: Written by Chic’s Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards
and performed by family act Sister Sledge, “We Are Family” is one of the most
well-known songs about sticking together as a family. Sung to a funky, upbeat
disco beat, the lyrics boast about how they have each other’s backs. Whether
you’re talking about actual family or very close knit friends, everyone can
feel grateful for having people like that in your life. (video)
3.
Celine
Dion, “Because You Loved Me”: Written by Diane Warren and performed by
Celine Dion, “Because You Loved Me” gives back to those who have watched you grow
and advocated for you when no one else would. Personally, I’ve always visualized
the song as a child giving a heartfelt “thank you” to a parent who loves
unconditionally and has given them every chance to succeed. (video)
4.
Bon
Jovi, “Who Says You Can’t Go Home”: “There’s no place like home.” It was
true for ‘The Wizard of Oz’ and it remains true with Bon Jovi’s 2000s classic “Who
Says You Can’t Go Home.” The song talks about how you can go as far away as
possible, but there will always be something special and welcoming about going
home. There’s something warming about coming home to the people that know and
love you, and that’s something to be thankful for. (video)
5.
The
Rembrandts, “I’ll Be There For You”: As stated above, sometimes your
friends are your family. The Rembrandts got this sentiment right when they
wrote “I’ll Be There For You,” best known as the theme song to the hit sitcom ‘Friends.’
When you’re in a rut, sometimes the best thing to have is a set of peers to
support you, who know you and how to make things better. Like with “We Are
Family,” you have each other’s backs. (video)
It is important to be thankful for your family and friends
this Thanksgiving and holiday seasons music is a great medium to show just how
grateful you are. Check out some of our favorite family-centric tunes above and
let us know what your favorite songs of thankfulness are in the comments below.
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