A roundup of upbeat songs recommended for wedding reception video messages

Happy Summer WeddingMōningu Musume.

Morning Musume. “Happy Summer Wedding” (MV)

This is a song I loved when I was a child.

The first verse, which sings about gratitude to my father and mother, is very striking.

It’s packed with cute elements like the dance, costumes, and vocals.

I especially recommend this song for brides who want to express their gratitude to their father and mother and dance to it.

Best FriendKiroro

Kiroro – “Best Friend ~Mother Earth Version~” Trailer Video

Perfect for a band performance by the bride’s friends! With its gentle tempo and moving, tear-jerking melody, I think it can be arranged to be easy to listen to without being too loud for a wedding venue.

Of course, a keyboard-and-vocal duo or a solo sing-and-play performance would also work.

By your side.matsuri

Next to You. / Matsuri (Kimi no tonari ni / Matsuri) [Official Music Video]

This is a song by singer-songwriter Matsuri, whose popularity took off through her activity on social media, released digitally in 2021.

The lyrics depict the “miracle of having the person you love by your side,” something anyone can relate to.

Combined with the moving sound arrangement, it’s a tearjerker.

If sung with heartfelt emotion, it’s sure to reach the bride and groom.

The style also seems well-suited to a band arrangement.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

Araki Jakkan

Report a problem

Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu

Wedding reception performance: Fukuyama Masaharu – “Kazoku ni Narou yo” (Let’s Become a Family)

The very straightforward lyrics about wanting to become a family really hit home, don’t they? It’s sure to bring tears to the guests’ eyes, too! It’ll be a perfect wedding song for the two who are about to become family.

A path I can walk because it’s with you.Takahashi Yuu

#018 The Path I Can Walk Because It’s With You / Cover by Yu Takahashi

Takahashi Yu has many songs with various messages, but this one is truly a song for weddings.

It’s perfect for the wedding day—a milestone for the bride and groom—whether you’re reflecting on the past or looking ahead to the future.

While it can be performed as a solo guitar-and-vocal piece, the original is played with a full band, so be sure to have it performed live by a band.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

Hane Keisuke

Report a problem

Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan

Kishidan – Marriage Fighting Spirit March “Best Buddy”

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.

Ordinary daysmilet

milet "Ordinary days" Music Video (Theme song for the NTV Wednesday drama "Police in a Pod: Fighting! Koban Girls")

This song gently sings about the blessings of a happy everyday life, wrapped in a warm atmosphere.

It’s the title track of milet’s EP released in August 2021 and was also chosen as the theme song for the drama “Police in a Pod” (Hakozume: Tatakau! Kōban Joshi), which aired starting in July of the same year.

The lyrics carefully weave feelings of kindness toward loved ones, and milet’s delicate vocals resonate deeply.

It’s perfect for wedding performances or as background music for video messages to the bride and groom.

This work, which lets you feel the preciousness of peaceful days, is recommended for those who want to cherish the time spent with someone special.