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

A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru

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.

Thank you, forever…NEW!Nishiuchi Mariya

Mariya Nishiuchi / 3rd single “Arigatou Forever…” Special Movie

This is the third single by the multitalented Mariya Nishiuchi, who shines as a fashion model and actress while also enjoying popularity as a singer accompanying herself on piano.

It’s an emotionally rich slow ballad that fits perfectly with the letter-reading scene at a wedding.

Even after marriage, the relationship with one’s parents continues, and the lyrics are well suited to a moment of saying, “Thank you, and please keep watching over me.” Mariya Nishiuchi’s beautiful voice is also a major draw.

ButterflyNEW!Kimura Kaera

Kaela Kimura “Butterfly” [short ver.]

A celebratory song written for a best friend’s wedding.

Centered on themes of friendship, love, and hope for the future, it portrays the joyful moments of a wedding.

Memorable phrases include the “red thread” symbolizing a fateful bond, as well as “blue sky” and “white feathers,” which evoke a bright outlook ahead.

Released as a digital single in June 2009, it was also included on the album HOCUS POCUS released in July of the same year.

The song was featured in a Zexy commercial, cementing its strong association with weddings.

It’s recommended for toasts or bouquet presentations, and it will also resonate in moments celebrating long-standing friendships.

Kaela Kimura’s warm vocals make it a track that brings extra sparkle to a special day.

To MomAI

AI – To Mom (short ver.) Music Video

This moving piece, which deeply portrays gratitude and love for a mother, stirs the hearts of many with AI’s soul-infused vocals and lyrics that resonate deeply.

Released in July 2013, the song was also featured in a commercial for Lotte’s “Ghana Milk Chocolate,” earning love across generations.

This ballad, distinguished by AI’s signature powerful vocals, is a perfect message song to accompany a Mother’s Day gift.

It is also very popular as background music for a bride’s letter at weddings, elevating emotional moments to their fullest.

By depicting the bond with a mother, this work evokes empathy in listeners and helps them reaffirm their feelings of gratitude, making it a song filled with warmth.

FlowerNaka Kousuke

Koji Nakamura “Hana” Music Video 2016 ver.

Atsushi Nakamura’s music, which blends gentleness with strength, sings of the importance of living beautifully yet fleetingly like a flower.

Composed by Naotaro Moriyama with lyrics by Omodachi Kazu, this work was released in April 2007 as his third single and was also used as the commercial song for Satsuma Shuzo’s sweet potato shochu “Satsuma Shiranami.” Nakamura, a native of Amami Oshima, delivers a soft, comforting voice that touches listeners’ hearts and gives them courage and hope.

Used as background music for a bride’s letter at a wedding, it will surely deepen the bond between the newlyweds and their parents.

Circle of Thanksayaka

Ayaka / “The Circle of Thanks” Music Video (Short Ver.)

Ayaka’s latest work, infused with the magical power of “thank you,” captures many hearts with its moving melody and resonant lyrics.

Released in April 2013, the song was also used as the campaign song for Nestlé’s 40th anniversary of KitKat’s launch in Japan, generating significant buzz.

Ayaka’s overwhelming vocal prowess and lyrics centered on gratitude to her mother are sure to leave a deep impression on listeners.

It’s also perfect as background music for a bride’s letter at a wedding, elevating the emotional moment even further.

When you want to express your gratitude to someone special, we highly recommend listening to this song.

MiracleGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Kiseki

This piece, which expresses deep love and bonds, has captured the hearts of many as a love song.

Released in May 2008, it became instantly famous when it was used as the theme song for the TBS drama “ROOKIES.” The lyrics describe meeting a loved one as a “miracle” and the happy journey the two walk together as a “track of destiny,” making it perfect for the bouquet presentation scene at weddings.

Singing about the joy of being able to be oneself when together with a partner, and the importance of sharing both joy and sorrow, this song beautifully speaks on behalf of the bride and groom.

Why not present it along with a bouquet, filled with gratitude for that special someone?