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Masterpieces that sing about brides. Recommended popular songs.

Masterpieces that sing about brides. Recommended popular songs.
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I’ve put together a collection of songs that are considered classics about brides.

I’ve selected a variety, including songs from a bride to her groom, songs from a parent’s perspective to their child, and songs from the viewpoint of friends.

They’re highly recommended both for those who are about to get married and for anyone who wants to dedicate something to a bride-to-be.

Classic songs celebrating brides: Top 1–10 recommendations

It’s okayji ma ma

A heartwarming ballad sung by Terumi Miyahira, the Okinawan female musician known as “ji ma ma.” It’s an essential song for Okinawan weddings.

Although it expresses a man’s feelings for someone precious, it also suits the bride’s letter-reading scene, helping to reassure her parents.

Letter ~To My Beloved~Fujita Maiko

Maiko Fujita “Letter ~To My Beloved You~” Music Video (Full Version)
Letter ~To My Beloved~Fujita Maiko

A wedding song that expresses the bride’s gratitude to her parents in a straightforward and simple way—perfect for the wedding day.

Since it’s a piano-and-vocal piece, a bride who’s good at piano could perform it herself and sing to her parents, which would surely make for a moving moment.

rainbowSuda Masaki

Masaki Suda 'Niji' (Rainbow)
rainbowSuda Masaki

While establishing a solid reputation as an actor, Masaki Suda also shines in the music scene.

His fifth single, released in November 2020, was chosen as the theme song for the film STAND BY ME Doraemon 2.

The lyrics and composition were handled by his close friend Huwie Ishizaki, resulting in a wedding ballad that expresses a vow to stay together for life.

Filled with warm words of gratitude to a partner who accepts one’s weaknesses and a desire to support each other no matter what, the song has become a wedding staple chosen by many couples.

In March 2021, its streaming plays surpassed 100 million, making it a track that resonates across generations.

With its relaxed tempo and easy-to-sing melody, it’s also perfect as a message from the bride and groom to their guests.

A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly

Superfly “A Bouquet With Love” Music Video
A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly

This is a very famous song and one of Superfly’s signature tracks.

It’s a popular choice as background music when presenting bouquets to parents at weddings.

It’s perfect for expressing a bride’s gratitude to her parents, and using it at a wedding is sure to create a moving, emotional atmosphere.

Promise of SunflowersNEW!Hata Motohiro

Motohiro Hata / Promise of a Sunflower (Short Ver.)
Promise of SunflowersNEW!Hata Motohiro

This is a song by skilled singer-songwriter Motohiro Hata.

It’s the theme song for the animated film “STAND BY ME Doraemon,” which portrays Nobita and Shizuka’s marriage.

Some say it was the most-used song for wedding scenes in 2015.

Since it’s a gentle ballad, it’s also perfect for the letter-to-parents scene.

For a bride who loves Doraemon, it’s an obvious choice.

PreciousItō Yuna

A magnificent love song, well-known as the theme for the film “Umizaru,” that’s perfect for weddings, with grand, beautiful music.

Like the movie, the song builds to exciting highs, so it’s recommended for those key moments during the ceremony.

It’s guaranteed to bring the energy up.

A day that’s happy and lonelyTakeuchi Mariya

Mariya Takeuchi – A Day So Happy It Makes Me Lonely (Official Music Video)
A day that’s happy and lonelyTakeuchi Mariya

It’s a moving ballad told from a mother’s perspective, celebrating her beloved child’s marriage.

The lyrics portray the complex feelings of a parent—the joy of watching a child leave the nest mixed with a touch of loneliness—tightening the heart.

The song was produced in May 2008 as a collaborative commercial track for P&G’s Pantene and Zexy, and it was also included on the acclaimed album “Expressions.” It even achieved the remarkable feat of entering the singles Top 10 at the age of 53 years and 2 months.

Listening to this piece on the special day of a family’s new beginning may bring back memories of the irreplaceable days you’ve spent together and make you want to express your gratitude.