Popular Wedding Song Rankings [2026]

Happy Summer WeddingMōningu Musume.22rank/position

Morning Musume. “Happy Summer Wedding” (MV)

The idol group Morning Musume, formed through the audition project on the variety show ASAYAN, released this as their ninth single.

The song was used as the opening theme for the variety show “Find the Idol!” and is a famous track known for greatly boosting the group’s name recognition.

Released in May 2000, it sold approximately 991,000 copies, with an official reported sales figure of about 1.37 million, making it the group’s third best-selling single of all time.

With easy-to-copy choreography and an arrangement perfect for call-and-response, it’s no wonder it’s considered a karaoke staple.

It’s a legendary idol song that’s guaranteed to liven up wedding performances and after-parties, and has earned a place in music history.

Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan23rank/position

Kishidan – Marriage Fighting Spirit March “Best Buddy”

It’s a heartwarming cheer song in which dear friends give you a supportive push.

It conveys deep friendship and blessings for the bride and groom through Kishidan’s signature fiery message and powerful sound.

The lyrics vividly depict a wedding scene, celebrating the couple’s new journey while also expressing a promise of unchanging bonds among friends.

Released in June 2004, the song is included on the album “Ai Ra Bu Yū” and reached No.

6 on the Oricon chart.

This unique track, which incorporates Mendelssohn’s Wedding March in the intro, has become a beloved staple for wedding entertainment and after-parties.

Thinking Out LoudEd Sheeran24rank/position

Ed Sheeran – Thinking Out Loud (Official Music Video)

A gem of a love song that gently sings of the wonder of eternal love.

It’s a single from the British artist Ed Sheeran’s 2014 June album “×.” With a warm gaze upon two people growing old together as time passes, it paints the unchanging depth of their love.

The music video, memorable for its graceful dance scenes with American dancer Brittany Cherry, was completed after Sheeran practiced for three weeks.

At the 58th Annual Grammy Awards in 2016, it won Song of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance.

It was also used as an insert song in the film “Me Before You,” and is cherished as a wedding staple.

It’s a track that will make the days spent with your loved one shine even brighter.

Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu25rank/position

Masaharu Fukuyama – Let’s Become a Family (Full ver.)

When it comes to a timeless song filled with vows to a lifelong partner and gratitude to family, this is the one.

It was included on the single “Kazoku ni Narou yo / fighting pose,” released in August 2011, and is well known as the theme song for the wedding magazine Zexy’s commercials.

The warm words crafted by singer-songwriter Masaharu Fukuyama express the wish to one day build a home with the same great love as our parents.

Its lyrics, depicting bonds that transcend generations, will deeply resonate with the two of you as you cherish your individuality.

How about choosing it for the moment you thank your parents at the reception, or as BGM for a video envisioning your future together?

eternityBENI26rank/position

BENI – Eternity

With a pure and beautiful singing voice, BENI’s wedding song accompanies the most moving scenes of a wedding.

Set to a gentle melody filled with blessings, it paints a picture of a radiant day surrounded by countless smiles.

The sincere wish for the couple’s love to last forever and their resolve to walk through life together are expressed poignantly yet powerfully.

Released in January 2012 and used as the theme song for NHK General TV’s drama “Honjitsu wa Taian Nari,” this piece is perfect for scenes featuring heartfelt messages from friends.

day by dayYoshida Yamada27rank/position

Hibi / Yoshida Yamada [MUSIC VIDEO]

The duo vocal unit Yoshida Yamada, whose name is easy to remember because it’s taken from the surnames of Yui Yoshida and Yoshitaka Yamada.

Their song “Hibi (Days)” was broadcast on NHK’s Minna no Uta from December 2013 to January the following year, quickly becoming a hot topic on social media as a “moving song” and turning into a smash hit.

The lyrics depict the daily life of an elderly couple; while the grandfather’s curt manner draws attention, you can’t help but shed tears as you realize the two are bound by a strong bond.

It would also make a tear-jerking choice for wedding BGM.

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May it be filled with kindnessJUJU28rank/position

JUJU 'So That It Overflows with Kindness'

If you want to enhance your entrance scene with a grand ballad that resonates with your guests’ hearts, how about this song? It’s a heartwarming rock ballad filled with deep gratitude for a loved one we often lose sight of in everyday life, a wish for their world to be filled with kindness, and a strong resolve to stay by their side and love them unconditionally at all times.

Released as JUJU’s single in February 2009 and produced by Seiji Kameda, it was also featured as a collaboration CM song for MTV Japan and Nissan.

The powerful yet delicate vocals will gently envelop the entire venue, making it perfect for a dramatic entrance that moves your guests the moment the doors open.

Be sure to consider it for your wedding BGM!