Country Mother Son Songs: Heartwarming Wedding Dance
The bond between you and your mother is special. Why not choose a country song for the Mother-Son dance at your wedding? I have suggestions that I think you will like.
Any song will work, but the right song will capture hearts — and make forever memories.
Trending Country Mom and Son Songs
- “My Wish” by Rascal Flatts (2006)
- “Humble and Kind” by Tim McGraw (2015)
- “I Hope You Dance” by Lee Ann Womack (2000)
- “Boy” by Lee Brice (2017)
- “You Are My Sunshine” by Morgane and Chris Stapleton (2016)
- “That’s What Mamas Are For” by Chris Lane (2021)
- “Mama Ain’t Jesus” by Jordan Rowe, Lainey Wilson (2021)
- “I Called Mama” by Tim McGraw (2020)
- “Don’t Blink” by Kenny Chesney (2007)
- “He Gets That From Me” by Reba McEntire (2003)
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Popular Country Mother Son Dance Songs
Mama Ain’t Jesus – Jordan Rowe feat. Lainey Wilson
Released in 2021 on the album Bad Case of the Good Ole Boy
The song pays tribute to moms as they play a close second to Jesus.
Loveable Lyrics:
I ain’t been yet, but I’ve got a glimpse of Heaven
‘Cause mama ain’t Jesus, but she’s a close second
Son Of A – Dillon Carmichael
Released in 2021 on the album Son Of A
A song to honor parents and tells a story of growing up and makes you want to love them more.
Loveable Lyrics:
I’m a son of a momma
A son of a dad
Who will never stop loving me and being there
That’s What Mamas Are For – Chris Lane
Released in 2021 on the album That’s What Mamas Are For
The song is a thank you to all moms for everything they do to raise their children as it is not an easy thing.
Loveable Lyrics:
And she put her blood, sweat, and tears into raisin’ me
And maybe a little more
Thank the Lord, that’s what mamas are for
Mama’s Boy – Ryan Griffin
Released in 2021 on the album Mama’s Boy
Even though the song is a tribute from fathers to their wives, it can be interpreted as a tribute to a mom from a son. The song mentions how a mom has an unconditional love for her child and puts his needs before her own.
Loveable Lyrics:
I know you wanna be just like me
But thank God your heart’s like your mama’s, boy
Oh, like your mama’s, boy
Mama Was Daddy Too – Tainted Lyric
Released in 2021 on the album Mama Was Daddy Too
Were you raised by a single mom? This song represents the effort and love your mom expressed to raise you to be a good man. She is your hero.
Loveable Lyrics:
But her heart was solid gold
And we didn`t always get along
But she was always my hero
Man Made – Granger Smith
Released in 2020 on the album Country Things
A song about how boys want to grow up to make their mamas proud. The song also states that if there is a good man it is because they were guided by a woman.
Loveable Lyrics:
Behind any guy doing anything right
There’s a woman’s work at hand
If a man made anything, it’s ’cause
A woman made that man
Mommas – Swon Brothers
Released in 2020 on the album Nashlahoma
The song pays tribute to all moms. All sons will be Mom’s kids no matter how old they are – and how you are a better man for how she raised you.
Loveable Lyrics:
They’ll pick you up and dust you off
And catch the tears if they start falling
You better love ’em while you got ’em
Thank God for mommas
I Called Mama – Tim McGraw
Released in 2020 on the album Here on Earth
The song represents a mother figure and how important she is to your life and how you must reach out to her today because tomorrow is not promised.
Loveable Lyrics:
Wrote a song just for me
And I sung it for the blue sky
And a couple live oak trees
I thought of home, grabbed my phone from my pocket
And I called mama
Mothers – Thomas Finchum
Released in 2019 on the album Thomas Finchum
The song tells a story of how mothers raise their sons to be real men how to treat a girl and that moms do their best.
Loveable Lyrics:
Mothers Let ’em go
You can let ’em fall
And if they hit the ground
They’ll figure it out
Mother – Sugarland
Released in 2018 on the album Bigger
A song that is a metaphor for the Statue of Liberty and how she’s a feminine icon. However, it could be interpreted as how your mother is a figure in your life who is there to love you with open arms.
Loveable Lyrics:
You’re not alone
you’ve got each other
That’s your mother
See our list of popular Mother and Son Dance songs in different genres for your wedding day!
The Best Part Of Me – Lee Brice
Released in 2017 on the album Lee Brice
The song was released as a tribute to Brice’s own children and how they take on personalities and mannerisms passed on.
Loveable Lyrics:
But the best part of me, part of me is you
Is you, is you
You Are My Sunshine – Morgane Stapleton with Chris Stapleton
Released in 2016 on the album Southern Family
The song represents a state of commitment to another and never letting go.
Loveable Lyrics:
You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
You make me happy when skies are grey
What I Never Knew I Always Wanted – Carrie Underwood
Released in 2015 on the album Storyteller
A song that references motherhood and how a family is not something you thought you needed but is happy being a mother.
Loveable Lyrics:
I didn’t know there was a hole
Something missing in my soul
‘Til you filled it up with your love
Humble and Kind – Tim McGraw
Released in 2015 on the album Damn Country Music
This song is an inspirational message from a parent to a child. The parent is hoping their child becomes a good person.
Loveable Lyrics:
When those dreams you’re dreamin’ come to you
When the work you put in is realized
Let yourself feel the pride but
Always stay humble and kind
Mom – Garth Brooks
Released in 2014 on the album Man Against Machine
The song represents a conversation between an unborn child and God and that your mom will guide you.
Loveable Lyrics:
‘Cause there’s someone down there waiting whose only goal in life
Is making sure you’re always gonna be alright
A loving angel tender, tough and strong
Come on child it’s time, to meet your Mom
If I Didn’t Have You – Thompson Square
Released in 2013 on the album Just Feels Good
A song about how two people relied on each other to get through life’s struggles.
Loveable Lyrics:
If you didn’t love me so much
I’d never make it through
Mother Like Mine – The Band Perry
Released in 2013 on the album Pioneer
A song paying tribute to her mom and that many of the world’s troubles would never be if everyone had been raised by her loving mother.
Loveable Lyrics:
And our cares would all be freer
If the world had a mother like mine
Like Jesus Does – Eric Church
Released in 2011 on the album Chief
Even though the song is about a wife accepting her husband for his past transgressions and loving him unconditionally. The same could be said for a mom and her son.
Loveable Lyrics:
I thank God each night and twice on Sunday
That she loves me like Jesus does
Like My Mother Does – Lauren Alaina
Released in 2011 on the album Wildflower
The song is about the relationship between a mother and her child and how the child follows her example.
Loveable Lyrics:
When I’m weak and unpretty
I know I’m beautiful and strong
Because I see myself like my mother does
Mama’s Song – Carrie Underwood
Released in 2009 on the album Play On
The song is about finding the right guy for mama’s little girl. Hopefully, that is the groom!
Loveable Lyrics:
Mama there’s no way you’ll ever lose me
And giving me away is not goodbye
That’s What Mamas Do – Jason Matthews
Released in 2008 on the album Hicotine
A song paying homage to mamas and how they make their children their world by loving them and nurturing them.
Loveable Lyrics:
And when she bows her head to pray,
You can bet she’s saying one for you
That’s what mamas do
The Best Day – Taylor Swift
Released in 2008 on the album Fearless
This song is a dedication to Swift’s parents and giving thanks to them for how she was raised.
Loveable Lyrics:
I have an excellent father
His strength is making me stronger
Don’t Blink – Kenny Chesney
Released in 2007 on the album Just Who I Am: Poets & Pirates
This a reminder to treasure the little moments with your kids and with parents because moments like today will not last forever.
Loveable Lyrics:
Don’t blink
You just might miss your babies growing like mine did
My Wish – Rascal Flatts
Released in 2006 on the album Me and My Gang
This could be translated as a special wish from a parent to a child that they hope they have a life full of happiness and love.
Loveable Lyrics:
My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to,
Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small
Never Alone – Lady A
Released in 2006 on the album Escape
A song described to be about how a mother is letting her son know that no matter what he is going through in life that she will be there and that God is always there too.
Loveable Lyrics:
May you win and stay humble
Smile more than grumble
And know when you stumble
You’re never alone
Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus – Alan Jackson
Released in 2006 on the album Precious Memories
An inspiring Christian song that reminds us all to put our trust in Jesus as he will guide us through life’s choices.
Loveable Lyrics:
His word shall not fail you, He promised
Believe Him and all will be well
You’re Gonna Be (Always Loved by Me) – Reba McEntire
Released in 2005 on the album Reba #1’s
A song reminding a child that life is tough sometimes and it is not all rainbows and sunshine. Just keep moving forward and your mom will be there if you need her.
Loveable Lyrics:
We just have to believe things work out like they should
Life has no guarantees, but always loved by me
God’s Been Good to Me – Keith Urban
Released in 2004 on the album Be Here
A song about feeling blessed and giving thanks to God for all you have.
Loveable Lyrics:
And everything I have, and everything I see
Is just another reminder that God’s been good to me
Angels – Randy Travis
Released in 2004 on the album Passing Through
If your mother has passed on, this song is for you as it speaks about how his mother is an angel watching over him.
Loveable Lyrics:
No robe of white
No halo in site
Well you missed the most obvious thing
Man, are you blind?
Just look in your mother’s eyes
After the wedding ceremony is over, pick your Country entrance song going into the reception hall.
Then They Do – Trace Adkins
Released in 2003 on the album Greatest Hits Collection, Vol. 1
A song about children growing up too fast that before you know it they have children of their own and you must treasure every moment.
Loveable Lyrics:
You want all the dreams they’ve dreamed of to come true
Then they do
The Baby – Blake Shelton
Released in 2003 on the album The Dreamer
A song about how a mother considers her son a baby and no matter how old he is she will always be her little baby.
Loveable Lyrics:
I guess she was tired by the time I came along, she’d laugh until she cried
I could do no wrong. She would always save me, because I was her baby
He Gets That From Me – Reba McEntire
Released in 2003 on the album Room to Breathe
The song is about a mother reflecting on her son and how similar they are to each other.
Loveable Lyrics:
There’s no denying he’s your child
Without him I don’t know what I’d do
He gets that from you
There You’ll Be – Faith Hill
Released in 2001 on the album Pearl Harbor Soundtrack
A song about losing someone but they are always there with you in spirit.
Loveable Lyrics:
I’ll keep a part of you with me
And everywhere I am, there you’ll be
I Hope You Dance – Lee Ann Womack
Released in 2000 on the album I Hope You Dance
This song is a message from a mother to her child that she hopes that they take a chance on love and faith to live a fulfilled life.
Loveable Lyrics:
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance
I hope you dance
If Country music is your favorite style of music. see our list of the best country wedding songs.
If you have a favorite Country Mother Son Dance song, please share it below and why it is special to you.
FAQs
Why should your mother and son’s wedding dance be country?
Country music is known for its down-to-earth approach, storytelling, and emotion. These songs are written from the heart. They honor family and home.
Whether the mother-son dance is a stepmother, your grandmother, or a special family member or friend, you’re sure to create forever memories when you choose the right song.
The mother-son bond and your wedding
There’s no bond quite like a mother and her son. His wedding day is bittersweet; she loses her son but gains a daughter. Those special moments growing up should be cherished.
Your mom has been there with you through thick and thin. She gave you a Power Rangers band-aid when you had your first owie. She nursed you when you had the flu. She celebrated the time you won MVP on your varsity football team. She cooked, cleaned, and washed your chinos. She ate the breakfasts you made on Mother’s Day. (Now, that’s true love.)
Every mother-son relationship is unique. Choosing that perfect song for the mother-son dance at your wedding — as the groom — is just as important.
What is the best mother and son dance song?
The best mother and son song is the one that has special meaning to you. Don’t worry about how fast or how slow the song is. The moment should be about your relationship.
If you want Mother-Son dance ideas that are not in the Country music style, I have that, too.
Is one missing? Which one would you suggest?
