Recommended wedding songs for people in their 50s: moving masterpieces and popular favorites

PIECE OF MY WISHImai Miki

Piece of My Wish (cover) / Hana〆King (Flower Friday)

This song is one of Miki Imai’s hits and was a million-seller as the theme song for the drama “Because There’s Tomorrow.” Its gentle tone and Miki Imai’s clear, translucent voice are a perfect match, making it an easy song to listen to.

It would be a wonderful choice for a wedding.

era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki

Era Miyuki Nakajima [With Lyrics] Jidai / Nakajima Miyuki

Released in 1975, this is one of Miyuki Nakajima’s signature songs, loved across generations from young to old.

The lyrics are easy to remember and the tempo is relaxed, making it a song you can sing without difficulty.

It would definitely be a great choice to sing at a wedding.

Seriously Only You (Let’s Get Married)Takeuchi Mariya

Only You in Earnest (Let’s Get Married) – Mariya Takeuchi

It’s a classic that seems made for weddings, opening with an intro that quotes Mendelssohn’s “Wedding March.” The proposal words, written entirely in English, resonate as a straightforward message of love.

Included on Mariya Takeuchi’s April 1984 album “VARIETY,” the song was produced by Tatsuro Yamashita.

It’s also well known that Ryuichi Sakamoto took part in the intro performance, and that it was used as the image song for Kagome’s “Libera” in 1984 and as a Nissan “Cefiro” commercial song starting in August 1994.

Brimming with a happy atmosphere, it would be perfect to play during the entrance at your reception or for the cake-cutting scene.

Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko

Red Sweet Pea – Seiko Matsuda

This is one of Seiko Matsuda’s signature songs; she was everyone’s idol with a string of smash hits in the ’80s.

Its gentle, slow tempo gradually leads to a moving climax, so it’s sure to be a highlight at weddings and similar events.

Ladies, be sure you can sing it well.

Harmony at the End of SummerInoue Yosui & Anzen Chitai

Yosui Inoue & Anzenchitai - Harmony at the End of Summer

One of the great summer songs born from a powerhouse duo.

It’s a gentle ballad that still lets you feel hope for the future! The message comes across that way, and it’s a song to sing with a prayer for those you wish a happy married life from here on out.

LOVE LOVE LOVEDREAMS COME TRUE

Love Love Love (Full) / DREAMS COME TRUE (Cover)

This is one of DREAMS COME TRUE’s signature songs—the theme of the drama “Say You Love Me,” starring Etsushi Toyokawa and Takako Tokiwa—which became such a massive hit at the time that it turned into a social phenomenon.

Everyone can join in on the final “LOVE LOVE, let’s shout out our love” part.

Only for youShonentai

Only for you ✨ Shonentai

A ballad by Shonentai, an idol group that could be called a Johnny’s legend! It’s a distinctive song where you snap your fingers as you sing.

It’s mellow and can deeply move someone who’s incredibly important to you.

Seal the deal with a husky vocal.