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

Banzai ~ I’m glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu

Ulfuls – Banzai ~I'm Glad I Fell in Love~

This signature song by Ulfuls was released on January 24, 1996, as their 10th single.

Its lyrics, which express gratitude toward a loved one and the preciousness of time spent together, are distinctive, and the song is often used at celebratory occasions such as weddings.

Widely known as a single cut from the album “Banzai,” it became a massive hit, selling over one million copies.

It has gained popularity across various fields, being featured in the film “UDON” and covered by multiple artists.

Reminding listeners of the strength of the bond with a loved one and the small joys found in everyday life, it’s the perfect song for anyone who wants to cherish the time spent with someone special.

CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi

Kanpai (from “Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi ALL NIGHT LIVE IN Sakurajima 04.8.21”)

Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s resonant vocals shine in this classic, cherished as a song that accompanies life’s milestones such as weddings and graduations.

Featured on the album “Kanpai,” released on September 5, 1980, this piece is distinguished by lyrics filled with encouragement and congratulations for those embarking on a new chapter in life.

Its message—emphasizing the importance of moving forward with faith in love despite hardships—has touched many hearts, making it a staple at weddings.

For anyone starting anew, this song evokes hope, courage, and boundless possibility.

Why not sing it with all your heart to celebrate a loved one’s send-off?

Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

Motohiro Hata – “Himawari no Yakusoku” Music Video

This is a song whose gentle vocals and guitar tones resonate in the heart.

The lyrics, which sing about the bond with a loved one and caring for each other, can bring you to the verge of tears.

Released in 2014 as the theme song for the film “STAND BY ME Doraemon,” it moved many people.

Motohiro Hata’s warm singing voice deepens the emotion of the story.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you want to express gratitude to someone important to you, or when you want to be there for someone.

Also recommended as wedding background music.

Just by you being herekome kome CLUB

Kome Kome Club – Just Having You Here

A gem of a love song, filled with kindness and sincerity, that resonates with the heart.

This piece sings of a love so deep that just the other person’s presence gives you strength.

Released in 1992, it was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Sugao no Mama de.” Although it’s said that Tatsuya Ishii composed it in just 30 minutes, its charm has never faded over the years, continuing to capture the hearts of many.

Perfect for weddings, anniversaries, and any moment you want to express gratitude to someone special.

It’s a song that will kindle a warm light in the listener’s heart.

threadNakajima Miyuki

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The song by Miyuki Nakajima, released in 1992, is a masterpiece that expresses the wonder of encounters and fate.

It became widely known after being selected as the theme song for the 1998 drama “Seija no Kōshin” (March of the Saints) and has since been covered by many artists.

It is often sung at karaoke and weddings, and it won the Bronze Award at the JASRAC Awards in 2016.

After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, cable radio requests surged—especially in the affected regions—and the song returned to high positions on cable charts for the first time in 21 years.

Portraying human life, destiny, and the miracle of meeting, this piece is highly recommended for weddings or whenever you want to feel the bond with someone special.