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

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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.

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.

Seeing off guests (1–10)

HappinessAI

AI – Happiness

HappinessAI

It’s a song that wishes happiness for everyone.

Many couples choose it to be played at the end of the ceremony, hoping everyone will feel happy as they pray for the guests’ future happiness.

It was also used in a Coca-Cola commercial, so people of various generations know the song.

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PromiseHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / Promise (Music Video)

PromiseHirai Dai

Dai Hirai’s music is characterized by ukulele and acoustic guitar sounds rooted in surf music.

This work is a moving song with a heartwarming message that pledges eternal love and bonds, featuring lyrics that evoke vows of love at weddings.

Included on his first full-length album after his major-label debut, “ALOOOOHANA!!,” released in July 2014, this song holds a special place in Hirai’s musical career.

It would be a perfect fit for the recessional scene at a wedding.

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In conclusion

We introduced the wedding reception BGM in the order of the program.

As mentioned at the beginning of each scene, the choice of music alone can greatly change the atmosphere of the venue.

BGM plays a very important role in bringing to life the reception you two have envisioned! Choosing songs can be difficult, but we hope this article helps add color to your special day.