Recommended songs for band performances to liven up a wedding reception
No wedding reception would be complete without a performance to liven up the party.
Many of you may be thinking about playing in a band to celebrate close friends or coworkers on their special day.
Music is perfect for a reception activity because everyone can get excited together.
That said, it can be hard to decide which songs to play.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended songs for a band performance at a wedding.
We’ve picked songs from a wide range of genres, so use this as a reference to match the couple’s tastes and the overall atmosphere of the wedding.
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Recommended songs (31–40) for band performances to liven up a wedding reception
Barefoot GoddessB’z
Released as B’z’s 13th single, it became a million-seller.
B’z songs are often seen as difficult, but this one is relatively easy to cover, so it’s a song I’d love hesitant B’z fans to try.
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
When it comes to bands that exploded in popularity starting in 2016, WANIMA surely comes to mind.
Their songs have been featured in many commercials, and this particular track, used in an au commercial, is especially catchy and memorable.
The band arrangement itself isn’t difficult, making it a perfect song to liven up a wedding in a fun way.
Mega Lover of LoveMakishimamu Za Horumon
A song by Maximum the Hormone that paints a playful scene set on a midsummer beach.
Released in July 2006, it became their first entry into the Oricon Top 10.
It was also used as the opening theme for TBS’s “CDTV” in July 2006, and is characterized by its catchy melodies and hard-hitting sound.
With a danceable chorus and humor-filled lyrics, it’s known as a fan favorite that brings the crowd to a fever pitch at live shows.
Perfect for those who want to hype up a wedding reception—perform it with a band and you’re sure to get not only the bride and groom, but the entire venue fired up.
to youMONGOL800
A youth punk song with a familiar melody everyone knows and simple lyrics that hit home! Released to the world in September 2001 on the album “MESSAGE” by Okinawa-born indie band MONGOL800, the track became a defining hit of its time after being featured in a laundry detergent commercial.
It has been used in many contexts, including the final scene of the 2008 film “Utahamå♪” and as the opening theme of the 2012 drama “Late Blooming Sunflower: My Life, Renewed.” Beloved as a staple for band practice, it’s a perfect pick for cultural festivals and school festival live shows.
To tell you the truth,yangusukinii
Young Skinny’s “Hontou wa ne,” released in 2022, is a track also included on the album “I Thought Anything Would Be Forgiven If I Turned It Into a Song.” The gentle atmosphere—like letting out hidden feelings and one’s own vulnerabilities—comes through in the sound as well.
With a calm tempo and a structure that layers each phrase, the piece is perfect for practicing the finer techniques that articulate those phrases.
It may be important to play each note with certainty, yet with a sense of lightness, aligning your breathing with one another as you perform.
Recommended Songs (41–50) for Band Performances to Liven Up Wedding Receptions
Song of the DeadKANA-BOON
KANA-BOON, a four-piece rock band that launched a new lineup in 2022 and has been working vigorously ever since.
Their 18th single, “Song of the Dead,” was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead.
The catchy, sing-along phrases have the power to bring the whole venue together at year-end or New Year parties.
However, because there are many fast passages, if the band isn’t tightly in sync it can end up sounding messy, so be sure to practice thoroughly both individually and as a band before the performance.
Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya
Tatsuya Kitani is a singer-songwriter who also works as a bassist—performing with his own band and supporting Yorushika—and has a background as a Vocaloid producer.
The title track of his second EP, “Aono Sumika,” was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death.
Even the intro features rapidly shifting ensemble parts, so it’s essential not only to practice individually but also to lock in as a band.
With its brisk, exhilarating drive, this rock tune will add flair to year-end or New Year’s parties if you can perform it all the way through.