Popular Wedding Song Rankings [2026]

BloomSuperfly29rank/position

Superfly『Bloom』(Music Video)

This is a deeply moving song by Superfly, also highly popular as a bridal song.

Released as a single in June 2018, it was chosen as the theme song for Zexy’s 25th anniversary campaign.

The grand sound woven by piano and strings, together with Shiho Ochi’s powerful vocals, gives listeners a profound sense of emotion.

You can almost picture the journey of a love nurtured over time eventually blooming into a magnificent flower.

This work is also said to be an answer song to the classic “Ai wo Komete Hanataba wo.” It’s a masterpiece you’ll want to listen to when you wish to express gratitude to someone special.

SUNHoshino Gen30rank/position

Gen Hoshino – SUN (Official Video)

It’s a heartwarming song infused with a message of hope and renewal.

It portrays the moment when a fragile night gives way to a new morning.

Gen Hoshino’s refreshing vocals blend with a light, upbeat rhythm to create a number that lifts listeners’ spirits.

Released in May 2015, it was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Kokoro ga Pokitto ne” (Crazy for Me).

The song won the Excellence Award at the Japan Record Awards, marking an important milestone in Hoshino’s musical career.

If used during the welcome scene at a wedding, it would make wonderful background music that relaxes guests while putting them in a joyful mood.

Happiness ForeverMISIA31rank/position

MISIA – Happiness Forever (Official Music Video)

This work resonates with warm words celebrating two people who vow to spend their lives together.

It’s a single released in September 2013 by the singer MISIA, known for her overwhelming vocal prowess.

It became widely known after being featured as the commercial song for the wedding magazine Zexy.

The lyrics, written from the bride’s perspective, and the gospel-style chorus that seems to echo throughout a church will fill the venue with a blissful atmosphere.

In the music video, Noriyuki Higashiyama and Kazué Fukiishi play the bride and groom, portraying the dramatic scenes of a wedding reception.

Why not choose it as background music for the entrance or exit at your wedding, or for your profile video?

A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru32rank/position

Hikaru Utada – A Bouquet for You

Since her debut, Hikaru Utada has continued to bring a fresh breeze to the music scene.

This song was released digitally in April 2016 and was also used as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Toto Nee-chan.” It’s a medium-tempo ballad centered on piano and strings, notable for its simple yet deeply expressive emotion.

The warm lyrics—entrusting gratitude to a loved one and complex feelings that can’t be fully conveyed in words to a bouquet—resonate with the heart.

It would also be perfect for creating a moving atmosphere as background music for a bride’s letter at a wedding.

EverydayPerfume33rank/position

[Official Music Video] Perfume 「Everyday」

Sometimes you might want to choose a slightly flashy and cute song that’s different from a typical wedding ceremony or reception.

In that case, Perfume’s “Everyday” is highly recommended.

Since the song is based on dance music, it can create a fun and glamorous atmosphere.

It’s also a great choice for changing the mood a bit after the outfit change.

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back number – Mabataki (full)

Written as the theme song for the film “The 8-Year Engagement,” this piece delves deeply into the essence of happiness.

Iyori Shimizu’s gentle vocals portray irreplaceable moments shared with loved ones.

Released in December 2017, the track became the band’s 17th single.

The limited first edition also includes the music video, making it a must-have for fans.

It’s a perfect song for wedding or reception exit scenes, recommended for those who want to quietly convey their feelings to someone special.

Its profound message—that happiness is not only what can be seen—resonates in the heart.

Something CertainOda Kazumasa35rank/position

Something Certain

A heartwarming song that finds deep love in everyday, ordinary moments.

Released in May 2005, this work is known as one of Kazumasa Oda’s signature songs from his solo career.

It has been used for many years as the theme song for Meiji Yasuda Life’s commercials, resonating with countless people.

Since July 2014, it has also been adopted as the station melody for the Kanazawa Seaside Line, adding color to the daily lives of its passengers.

The song is also popular as background music for the “bride’s letter” at weddings, and its gentle melody, which softly embraces moments of gratitude to loved ones, is sure to warm the hearts of not only the bride and groom but also all in attendance.