Classic songs about proposals. Recommended popular tracks.
The moment of a proposal is a very nerve-wracking scene where you pledge your future happiness.
Along with joy, worries and a sense of responsibility come, too.
It’s a wonderful moment, yet one where you may also feel a bit anxious about what lies ahead—a slightly complicated state of mind.
This time, we’re introducing songs themed around proposals!
We’ve gathered a variety of tracks: songs that sing about a bright future for the two of you, ones that capture the mixed feelings of excitement and anxiety, and songs from a woman’s perspective.
That said, every song shares one thing in common: they all express love in a straightforward, beautiful way!
These tracks are recommended both for those considering a proposal and for those who have already decided to get married, so be sure to find your favorite!
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Classic songs about proposals. Recommended popular tracks (21–30)
KSKDAIGO
It was released in 2016 as DAIGO’s fourth single.
After marrying actress Keiko Kitagawa in 2016, DAIGO performed “KSK” (DAI-go for “Will you marry me?”), a proposal song he wrote for Kitagawa, at their wedding reception held at the Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa.
The performance drew significant attention, leading to a sudden CD release.
CAN YOU CELEBRATE?Amuro Namie
It was released in 1997 as Namie Amuro’s ninth single.
The song was used as the theme for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.
drama “Virgin Road,” won the Grand Prize at the 39th Japan Record Awards, and became her biggest hit.
Released when Namie Amuro herself got married, it remains a popular classic as a proposal song.
Classic songs about proposing: Recommended popular tracks (31–40)
AiHata Motohiro
It was released in 2010 as Motohiro Hata’s ninth single.
It debuted at No.
5 on the Oricon weekly chart, marking his second Top 5 entry.
With lyrics about someone who once couldn’t believe in love but, through meeting a special person, found their heart overflowing with it, this song is perfect for a love-filled proposal.
User ManualNishino Kana
Released in 2015 as Kana Nishino’s 27th single.
Chosen as the theme song for the film “No Longer Heroine,” the track’s title means “instructions for handling women,” and it likens the often-misunderstood inner feelings and maiden’s heart of women to an “instruction manual.” It resonated with many women and won the Excellent Work Award at the 57th Japan Record Awards.
The song portrays a proposal from the woman’s perspective, packed with the desire to be accepted just as she is.
It’s a track that women who have been proposed to will likely want to listen to.
proposal (marriage proposal)TUBE
It was released in 2004 as TUBE’s 42nd single.
The song was used as the theme for Fuji TV’s Mezamashi TV and served as the “winter” theme among four different seasonal theme songs they created.
It’s a ballad centered on a marriage proposal, filled with the straightforward feelings of a man toward a woman.
Together foreverKobukuro
It was released in 2004 as Kobukuro’s 10th single.
The song was written by Kobuchi to sing at a friend’s wedding, and it became a hot topic as a wedding song, eventually becoming a staple at weddings.
Its lyrics, which express the desire to share all joys and sorrows together, resonate deeply and make it a timeless classic.
With a straightforward message about becoming happy together, it’s also perfect for a marriage proposal!
Happiness ForeverMISIA
Released in 2013 as MISIA’s 29th single.
It’s a wedding song written specifically as Recruit’s marriage magazine Zexy commercial song—a “proposal support song.” The ballad is striking for its lyrics, which are told from the perspective of a blissfully happy bride in line with the commercial’s “proposal” theme, and for its gospel-style backing chorus.
MISIA’s powerful vocals are truly moving.