[Cake Cutting] Popular Wedding Songs by Scene for Weddings and Receptions [2026]

To Love You MoreCéline Dion

♫ Celine Dion ► To Love You More ♫

A classic by Celine Dion that’s even become a wedding staple.

It’s actually a breakup song, but with its lyrics depicting deep love and her overwhelming vocal power, listeners can’t help but be moved.

The swell starting at 1:19 sets hearts racing and creates a truly unforgettable moment.

On Top of the WorldImagine Dragons

Imagine Dragons – On Top Of The World (Official Music Video)

Characterized by its bright, uplifting message and infectious melody, this song emphasizes the importance of enjoying life to the fullest.

It was included on the 2012 debut album “Night Visions” and released as a digital single in March 2013.

It charted in many countries, reaching number one in Portugal in particular.

In the United States, it sold over one million copies, becoming a million seller.

It’s recommended for the cake-cutting moment for couples who want to express hopes for a happy future together.

With its positive vibe, it perfectly complements the festive atmosphere of a wedding.

One million “I love you”sRake

Rake "One Million Times 'I Love You'"

Packed with the beauty of expressing love to someone dear, this piece is perfect for adding color to the cake-cutting scene at a wedding.

Released in March 2011 by Rake, an artist from Sendai, it gained attention as a Yokohama Tire commercial song.

Riding on the refreshing tones of an acoustic guitar, it sings of a love so deep that the words “I love you” alone aren’t enough.

The lyrics seem to speak on behalf of the bride and groom, warming the hearts of all the guests.

It’s a recommended song for those who want to express their feelings to a loved one with heartfelt sincerity.

Happy! Fun! I love it!DREAMS COME TRUE

Happy! Fun! I love it!

Characterized by an exhilarating rhythm and love-filled lyrics, this song is widely cherished as one of DREAMS COME TRUE’s signature tracks.

Released in September 1989, it showcases a seamless fusion of Miwa Yoshida’s powerful vocals and Masato Nakamura’s masterful arrangement.

It was also used in Ezaki Glico’s “Pocky” commercials, and its brightness and optimistic lyrics captured the hearts of many.

If used as the BGM for the cake-cutting, the hope for the couple’s happy future will surely spread throughout the venue.

Loved by a wide range of generations, this song is sure to make the special moment of a wedding shine even more.

sign; mark; symbol; omenMr.Children

Mr.Children 'Sign' MUSIC VIDEO

A renowned ballad by Mr.

Children that was featured as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “14-year-old Mother,” achieving triple-platinum sales.

Sakurai, who wrote the lyrics and composed the music, has said, “We created the best love song.”

loveHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

Known as the theme song of a smash-hit drama, Gen Hoshino’s track is a perfect choice for the cake-cutting scene at a wedding.

Its bright, upbeat lyrics and catchy melody seem to celebrate the couple’s new beginning.

Released in October 2016, the song also drew attention with the “Koi Dance,” which became a social phenomenon.

Thanks in part to its tie-in with the drama in which Hoshino himself appeared, it received an enormous response.

The piece affirms diverse forms of love and sings of hope for a future the two will walk together, making it an ideal BGM to color the cake-cutting moment.

I WISHMAY’S

【PV】MAY’S／I WISH

This is a wedding song by MAY’S, formed by vocalist Maiko Katagiri and producer/composer-programmer Junichi Kawai.

It’s a tie-in track serving as the image song for “Aya na ture,” a wedding dress line produced by talent Ayana Sakai.

The song is catchy and heartwarming, and it’s especially recommended for house weddings.