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[Wedding Ceremony & Reception BGM] Recommended Songs and How to Choose Them by Scene!

There are countless decisions that brides and grooms need to make as they prepare for their wedding and reception.

Background music is one of them!

With so much to get ready, many couples may find they just can’t get around to choosing songs.

However, music plays a crucial role in the reception, and the atmosphere of the venue can change dramatically depending on the tracks you choose!

In this article, we’ll highlight recommended songs—focusing on tracks that are actually popular at receptions—and share tips for selecting music for each scene.

We’ve arranged everything in the order of a typical reception schedule, so please read along while imagining the flow of the day.

Dress-change entrance (1–10)

My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion

Céline Dion – My Heart Will Go On (from the 2007 DVD “Live In Las Vegas – A New Day…”)
My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion

A song that became famous as an insert song in the film Titanic.

It’s an elegant and beautiful piece, and the soaring moments are moving, giving you goosebumps with its vocals.

The lyrics, which vow eternal love, are perfect for weddings.

The orchestral-style backing music also conveys a sense of grandeur.

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The Door to TomorrowKawashima Ai

Door to Tomorrow – I WiSH (Ai Kawashima)
The Door to TomorrowKawashima Ai

This is Ai Kawashima’s debut single from I WiSH.

The original song was “Tabidachi no Hi ni……” which she wrote during her solo career, and by changing the lyrics to a love-themed story, it became “Ashita e no Tobira.” It portrays a sweet and slightly bittersweet love that leads to a bond with someone you cherish.

With a bright, uplifting melody that suits celebratory occasions, it’s a song that can light up the atmosphere.

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Outfit-change entrance (11–20)

1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – 1,150,000 Kilometers of Film [Official Live Video]
1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism

Spun with the beautiful metaphor of two people continuing to film a feature-length movie called life, this piece is the perfect wedding song for the moment you renew your resolve to walk forward as a married couple.

Included on Official HIGE DANDism’s 2018 album Escaparade, it was also chosen as the theme song for the 2020 film Love Me, Love Me Not.

The lyrics, which portray the couple’s shared memories like a self-produced movie, wrap the venue in a warm atmosphere as background music for the entrance scene or a profile video.

It’s a song I’d recommend to those who want to share memories with their guests or once again express their gratitude to their partner.

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Bride's letter (11–20)

The most moving scene, number one! But the star is the bride!

With the various performances of the reception a success, we now enter the closing scene. The moment when the bride reads a letter to her parents is likely the most moving part of the entire reception. What matters most in this letter-reading scene is creating the right atmosphere. We recommend gentle music that won’t distract from the bride’s words as she expresses her gratitude. Since lyrics can draw listeners’ attention, even if you choose pop songs, music box or piano arrangements are especially recommended.

Bride's Letter (1–10)

Letterback number

back number – “Letter” Music Video
Letterback number

This song became a hit after being featured in an NTT Docomo commercial.

As the title suggests, it’s perfect for the letter-reading scene at a wedding.

The lyrics are filled with gratitude toward one’s parents, and the sound of the acoustic guitar adds a lyrical touch to the band’s sound.

It’s a highly recommended track for the bride’s letter-reading scene—especially for brides who’ve found it hard to express their true feelings, or who were a bit mischievous growing up.

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Since I was littleJUDY AND MARY

Judy and Mary From a young age Warp Tour Final Live
Since I was littleJUDY AND MARY

JUDY AND MARY’s gem of a love song brings an emotional touch to weddings.

Its gently enveloping vocals and heart-stirring melody beautifully color the memories of the bride and groom.

Released in January 1995, the song was also used as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “OIOI TOKYO TASTE ROOMS.” It’s included on the album ORANGE SUNSHINE and reached No.

37 on the Oricon charts.

Perfect as background music for a slideshow of cherished photos or for letters to parents.

Highly recommended for couples who want to convey their feelings to a loved one through song.

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To the futureNEW!Kiroro

The female duo Kiroro from Okinawa released a song in February 2002 that carries a message full of hope and love for the future.

The lyrics, which portray self-discovery, growth, and deep affection for a loved one along life’s journey, resonate with many people.

It’s often sung at life’s milestones such as graduation and weddings, and is especially fitting for moments at weddings when expressing gratitude to parents.

Why not use this song to convey feelings that are hard to put into words? Chinese and English versions have also been produced, making it a beloved work around the world.

It’s a song that gives you the courage to take a step toward the future with someone special.

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Promise of SunflowersNEW!Hata Motohiro

Motohiro Hata / Promise of a Sunflower (Short Ver.)
Promise of SunflowersNEW!Hata Motohiro

This is a song by skilled singer-songwriter Motohiro Hata.

It’s the theme song for the animated film “STAND BY ME Doraemon,” which portrays Nobita and Shizuka’s marriage.

Some say it was the most-used song for wedding scenes in 2015.

Since it’s a gentle ballad, it’s also perfect for the letter-to-parents scene.

For a bride who loves Doraemon, it’s an obvious choice.

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