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Recommended band songs for weddings. Use them as a reference for choosing background music!

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

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.

Recommended band songs for weddings. Use them as a reference for choosing BGM! (11–20)

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“Wedding Song” Fujifabric mp4 -

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“Wedding Song” is a warm piece by Fujifabric that celebrates love and bonds.

Created as a message of congratulations to the bride and groom, this song is a hopeful anthem that brightly illuminates their future.

It warmly expresses a heartfelt wish for the couple’s happiness, the depth of their relationship—including selfish moments and quarrels—and the importance of the smiles nurtured through days spent together.

Written and composed by Masahiko Shimura, the song was released on July 28, 2010.

Accompanying life’s important milestones, this song sings of hope and joy for the couple’s future, making it perfect for celebrating the bride and groom at a wedding.

If you’re looking for a song for friends to dedicate to the newlyweds at the reception, this is one we highly recommend.

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A bright futurenever young beach

never young beach – Bright Future (official video)

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This song from “fam fam,” filled with warmth and tenderness, seeps into the heart.

Its lyrics carry a message of irreplaceable happiness found in each ordinary moment spent with a loved one.

The way it portrays two people walking side by side—like a scene from a beautiful film—is wonderfully romantic.

It captures the frustration of not being able to easily speak words of love, and yet feeling an overflow of affection deep within—an honest portrayal of the emotions of those in love.

Released in June 2016, this album is a milestone that showcases the expanding musical range of never young beach as they stood on the verge of their major-label debut.

It also drew attention for featuring the theme song of the film “Romance Doll.” Highly recommended if you’re looking for a wedding song to accompany a couple—this is a track that warmly watches over two people as they embark on a long journey together.

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CreepHyp – “Ito” MUSIC VIDEO (Theme song for the film “Teiichi: Battle of Supreme High”)

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Among CreepHyp’s songs, this one especially conveys straightforward feelings of love and the importance of staying true to yourself.

Its down-to-earth lyrics, which anyone can relate to, seize listeners’ hearts and won’t let go.

Released as their 11th major-label single, it was selected as the theme song for the film “Teiichi: Battle of Supreme High.” The music video features a playful, unique concept where paper dolls appear alongside the band members.

It’s a track you’ll want to play not only for couples but also at weddings—it’s sure to gently encourage everyone present.

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I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu

Spitz / I Should Be Able to Fly in the Sky

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This song by Spitz, the popular rock band also known for “Cherry” and “Spring Song,” was released in 1994 as their eighth single.

Because it’s built on a simple chord progression, it’s a staple that you’ll almost always find in beginner guitar manuals.

Even if you’re not confident in your skills, playing it earnestly will surely warm the hearts of everyone in the venue.

Practice well and show it off!

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Loverssumika

sumika / Lovers【Music Video】

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It would be perfect to have a gentle, radiant-sounding song that creates a celebratory mood, wouldn’t it? For those looking for a track like that, I recommend “Lovers” by sumika.

It has an acoustic vibe with a warm sound, and the lyrics are a love song—perfect for weddings.

Even at venues where you can’t play loud music, I think an acoustic arrangement would work.

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Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

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This is the theme song of the TV drama “We Married as a Job,” which aired in 2016 and became a hot topic.

It was also performed at the Kōhaku Uta Gassen and sparked a boom across Japan.

It’s a song you can enjoy in many ways—playing it with a band, doing a solo acoustic rendition with just a guitar, or even having people dance along during the performance.

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Recommended band songs for weddings. Use them as a reference for choosing BGM! (21–30)

Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan

Kishidan – Marriage Fighting Spirit March “Best Buddy”

Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan

When it comes to Kishidan songs recommended for weddings, this is the one to celebrate a friend’s marriage.

It’s a true bonds-of-friendship wedding song that sings of friendship and love.

The straightforward lyrics, filled with a deep wish for a best friend to “be happy,” are truly moving.

Released as a single in 2004, it also ranked high on the Oricon charts.

It’s perfect for playing during a best friend’s speech or for everyone to sing together.

It’s an ideal song that celebrates the bride and groom’s new beginning while also letting you feel the bond among friends.

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