Recommended band songs for weddings. Use them as a reference for choosing background music!
If you’re a couple who loves rock bands, you might be thinking, “We want to play band songs as our wedding BGM to keep it true to us!” In this article, we’ll introduce a curated selection of band songs that are perfect for weddings, especially for band-loving couples like you.
We’ve chosen tracks that fit various wedding moments—not only straightforward love songs about pure devotion, but also songs expressing gratitude to family and celebrating friendship.
Use this as a guide for your playlist, and color your wedding with the music you love.
Plus, the songs featured here are also great for performances, so if you’re planning to play music as part of the wedding entertainment, this will come in handy too.
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Recommended band songs for weddings. Use them as a reference for choosing BGM! (71–80)
rainbow-coloredayaka
Nijiiro is a moving yet somehow warm song that brings a sense of calm.
Sung by singer-songwriter Ayaka, it became widely known and loved across generations as the theme song for the NHK morning drama Hanako to Anne.
It also has the feel of an uplifting anthem that gently gives you a push when you’re feeling down.
It’s a recommended choice for weddings, where you take a new step forward and build a new world together.
BelieveSOPHIA
It was released in 1996 as SOPHIA’s third single, debuting at No.
14 on the Oricon chart.
In the midst of the band boom, it has a sound that practically declares, “This is a band song!” The straightforward lyric, “I want to protect you,” makes it perfect for weddings.
If the groom takes the lead vocal and the band covers it, many people will likely feel a sense of nostalgia.
cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai
It was released in 2003 as Ai Otsuka’s second single.
It’s a very cute, upbeat song.
This track earned her first appearance at the 55th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.
With its bright, catchy vibe, it’s perfect not only as an entrance song but also for the toast or the cake-cutting.
Recommended band songs for weddings. Use them as a reference for choosing background music! (81–90)
evergreenŌhashi Chippoke
Singer-songwriter Chippoke Ohashi gained attention after winning the audition segment of the music variety show “Wednesday Night Entertainment Battle: EnterX.” “Evergreen,” the opening track of his fifth album, “you,” delivers a heartfelt message overflowing with love for his partner.
Because the arrangement demands tight playing throughout—including sections with only acoustic guitar—be mindful in band rehearsals to lock in together.
With its refreshing melody that brightens new beginnings, it’s a perfect number for a wedding performance.
Kiss me right nowLINDBERG
Released in 1990 as LINDBERG’s second single overall.
It was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 PM drama “Sekai de Ichiban Kimi ga Suki!” and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
As LINDBERG’s biggest hit, it’s an extremely well-known song.
When performed live by a mixed-gender band, it’s a number that can get the whole venue united and energized.
Thank youikimonogakari
At a wedding venue, there are surely many people you want to thank.
To convey your feelings to all of them, how about performing this song? It’s one of the signature tracks by the three-member male-and-female group Ikimonogakari.
It was released in 2010 as their 18th single, and it drew attention for being used as the theme song for the drama “Gegege no Nyobo.”
In conclusion
We introduced plenty of songs that are perfect for band performances and acoustic sets at weddings. From tracks that let the people who supported you—and the bride and groom to each other—express their gratitude, to the very best love songs, there was a rich variety. We picked out more than just the classics, so choose songs that match the tastes of the bride and groom and the guests in attendance!