Recommended wedding songs for people in their 40s: moving classics and popular hits

Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko

Red Sweet Pea – Seiko Matsuda

Seiko Matsuda’s eighth single, released in January 1982.

The composition was handled by Yumi Matsutoya.

It’s about a couple who have been together for six months but still retain a certain awkwardness, and a woman who says she wants to follow the man she loves.

A classic slow-tempo love song that sings of a woman’s straightforward heart and evokes the refreshing feeling of spring.

To my belovedGReeeeN

GReeeeN – To My Beloved You

The heartwarming song by GReeeeN centers on themes of gratitude and bonds with loved ones.

Released in August 2013 as the theme song for the drama “Oh, My Dad!!,” it resonated with many listeners.

It expresses thanks to those we share our daily lives with and how their presence gives us the strength to live, wrapping listeners in a warm embrace.

Thanks to its tie-in with Fuji TV’s Thursday Theater, many people discovered the song through the drama.

It’s a perfect choice for wedding performances or whenever you want to convey your feelings to someone special.

Be sure to try singing it at karaoke.

Best FriendKiroro

Kiroro ｢Best Friend｣ Official Music Video

This song features a warm melody that gently envelops heartfelt gratitude toward a dear friend and lyrics that resonate with honest emotion.

The straightforward words conveying affection for one’s companions harmonize beautifully with the tender piano tones that let feelings flow naturally.

Released by Kiroro in June 2001, it warmed the hearts of many viewers as the theme song for the NHK morning drama “Churasan.” Often sung at life’s milestones such as graduation and weddings, it is widely recognized across generations.

When everyone sings it together, it’s sure to fill the room with a happy atmosphere.

If you call it loveUru

[Official] Uru “If You Call That Love” — Theme song for the TBS Sunday Theater drama “My Family”

I will never let go again of something precious that I only realized after losing it.

This song carries that resolve.

The lyrics reflect a willingness to correct past mistakes and rebuild a relationship.

Released in June 2022, it drew attention as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “My Family.” Uru’s transparent, airy vocals match beautifully with Takeshi Kobayashi’s sophisticated arrangement.

When you want to reaffirm your bond with someone important, why not listen to this song? If you listen with family or a partner, you’ll surely be reminded of how much you mean to each other.

Letterback number

back number – Letter (full)

A wedding is a precious day that marks the start of a couple’s new life together.

This back number classic is perfect for such a special occasion.

It’s a medium-tempo ballad that honestly expresses gratitude to one’s parents, filled with memories shared between parent and child from childhood to the present.

Released in August 2015 and featured in an NTT Docomo commercial, the song’s music video stars Kanna Moriya and movingly portrays the bond between a mother and her son.

It’s recommended for anyone who wants to express heartfelt thanks to someone important.

If you give it together with a letter of gratitude to your parents, it will surely touch their hearts!