[Wedding BGM] Touching! Recommended songs perfect for a friend’s speech
A heartfelt speech by a close friend at the wedding—the bride and groom’s big day.
This is a moment when messages that look back on shared memories and wish happiness for a friend you’ve spent so many days with are delivered, wrapping the venue in emotion.
In this article, we introduce recommended songs for those moving friend speeches.
We’ve gathered not only wedding classics but also songs that gently embrace the entire venue, so please use this as a reference when choosing music.
If you’re worried the music might interfere with the speech, consider versions arranged for music box or piano!
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[Wedding BGM] Moving! Recommended Songs Perfect for Friends’ Speeches (21–30)
Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan
A classic hit by Kishidan that overflows with the feeling of celebrating a friend’s marriage.
Released in June 2004, it opens with an intro quoting Mendelssohn’s Wedding March, followed by a Yankee-style rock sound and lyrics filled with deep friendship that truly resonate.
Included on the album “Ai Ra Bu Yu,” it reached No.
6 on the Oricon weekly chart and stayed on the charts for 23 consecutive weeks.
Now a wedding staple, this big hit is also perfect as BGM for a friend’s speech celebrating the start of a beloved friend’s new journey.
It will wrap the entire venue in a festive, warm atmosphere.
Bye, my friendbokula.
A heartwarming rock tune by bokula.
that sings of the preciousness of friendship and warm memories.
Released in May 2022 on the album “Seikatsu ni, Yorisoi” (“Close to Everyday Life”), it resonated widely on social media.
The down-to-earth lyrics feel as if they put unfiltered emotions into words, paired with a breezy, approachable melody.
It’s perfect for moments of reminiscing with friends or when you want to be there for someone important.
It would also gently envelop the atmosphere as background music for a wedding speech.
HappinessShenelu
Happiness, released in 2014 by the singer-songwriter Che’Nelle, who was born in Malaysia and spent her childhood in Australia.
The lyrics carry the message “Your happiness is my happiness,” making it a perfect choice for background music when you’re giving a speech as a representative of the bride’s friends.
The lyrics are truly wonderful, so it’s also recommended to use the original song as-is when presenting a photo movie.
True to its title, Happiness is a piece that beautifully colors a wedding filled with joy!
MiracleGReeeeN
A signature, smash-hit song by the four-member male vocal group GReeeeN.
It was used as the theme song for the TV drama ROOKIES and became widely known in households across the country! The straightforward vocals are easy on the ears and uplifting—it’s a song that gives you energy.
It’s a miracle that the two of you met, and the connections you’ve made with people up to now are also miracles.
I think a wedding is the perfect occasion to return those miracles with gratitude.
Why not choose this song for a dear friend’s speech? A music box arrangement gives it a calmer atmosphere, so it’s highly recommended!
You are my friend.Toisutoorii
Another recommendation is “You’ve Got a Friend in Me,” well-loved as the theme song from the animated film Toy Story.
Since it’s featured throughout the film series, many people are likely to recognize it.
As the title suggests, the song is about the bonds of friendship.
The original is somewhat up-tempo, but playing a music box or similar arrangement can create a more moving atmosphere.
And because it’s from an animated movie, it’s also likely to delight the children attending the event, which is another plus.
AquaSakamoto Ryuichi
Ryuichi Sakamoto is not only a composer but also a pianist who has released many works into the world.
Among them, for a wedding I recommend “aqua”! He originally composed this piece for his daughter, Miu Sakamoto.
Its delicate piano tones, which touch people’s hearts, will beautifully complement a speech dedicated to a dear friend.
The calm melody helps convey every single word you offer to your friend with greater depth.
It’s sure to be a wedding that leaves a lasting impression!
To the futureKiroro
Kiroro, a duo of two women from Okinawa, sing “Mirai e (To the Future),” which is also a wedding classic! Released in 1998, it’s often used as background music in various settings and is familiar to people of all generations.
The lyrics talk about a bright “future,” making it perfect for two people standing at the starting line of marriage and stepping into a new life together.
Its heartwarming melody makes the message to the couple even more heartfelt.