[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.
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Bouquet Presentation (1–10)
bouquetback number
Featuring a heartwarming melody, “Hanataba” is a perfect song for the bouquet presentation scene at a wedding.
This classic by back number evokes the couple’s new beginning and future through its lyrics, moving everyone in attendance.
The gentle yet powerful chorus suggests their bond and the promises to come, filling the venue with a warm atmosphere.
GIFTMr.Children
Created as the broadcast theme song for the Beijing Olympics, this piece is a gem dedicated not only to victory but to everyone who lives each day with all their might.
Released in December 2008, it captivated many hearts with lyrics rich in depth and a universal theme characteristic of Mr.Children.
The sentiment embedded in the word “gift” does not refer to something material, but to the very presence of a loved one.
It’s truly perfect for a bouquet presentation scene expressing gratitude to one’s parents.
Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu
A song for two people who are about to become family! Just hearing this track at the reception is enough to bring me to tears.
Recommended moments include the bride’s letter to her parents and the bouquet and keepsake presentation scenes.
If you play it right after the bouquet presentation, when the bride and groom are lined up with their families, the venue is sure to be filled with emotion.
There are also wedding versions with orchestral arrangements, so choose the one that best matches the atmosphere of your ceremony.
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro
A celebrated song by Motohiro Hata, marked by lyrics that convey heartfelt emotions directly and a warm melody.
Released in 2014, it caused a major stir from the start, topping various charts across the board.
Use this track for a dramatic moment, and the venue is sure to be filled with emotion! It’s especially perfect for scenes where the bride and groom express their gratitude to their parents, such as during the bouquet or commemorative gift presentations.
Pure white brideZushi Sankyōdai
Known as a signature song by Zushi Sankyoudai, this track is a popular choice for wedding background music.
Its lyrics about family love and its heartwarming melody speak for the bride and groom, filling the venue with emotion.
Released in July 2014, the song was also included on an album of the same name and became a long-running hit.
This piano-driven ballad is perfect for the bouquet presentation scene, conveying gratitude to parents.
It’s a song that both celebrates the start of a new life and reaffirms love for family.
A moving classic that’s highly recommended for those who want to create an emotional wedding atmosphere.
To the futureKiroro
A warm, heart-touching melody filled with gratitude to one’s mother and hope for the future.
Released in June 1998 as Kiroro’s second single, the song was reportedly written by member Chiharu Tamashiro when she was in her third year of junior high, as a message to her mother.
It was also featured in P&G’s “Bridge of Feelings Project” TV commercial, winning the hearts of many.
Often sung at significant life events such as graduation and weddings, it’s also perfect as background music for presenting a bouquet to express thanks to one’s parents.
Embracing the listener’s heart and delivering gentle emotion, this piece is highly recommended for anyone wishing to convey their feelings to a loved one.
Motherkariyushi 58
This is the debut single by Kariyushi 58, a four-piece band from Okinawa.
Written and composed by vocalist Shingo Maekawa as an expression of gratitude to his mother, it was released in July 2006.
The title, which means “mother” in the Okinawan dialect, leaves a strong impression.
The lyrics, filled with deep love and gratitude toward his mother as well as his own self-reflection, resonate with many listeners.
The song won the Newcomer Award at the 2006 Japan Cable Awards.
In 2016, a novel of the same name by Hiro Arikawa was also published, drawing attention.
It’s a perfect choice for presenting a bouquet to thank one’s parents, sure to fill the entire venue with emotion.