[Cake Cutting] Popular Wedding Songs by Scene for Weddings and Receptions [2026]
Among all the elements of a wedding—an event that becomes a once-in-a-lifetime memory—the cake-cutting ceremony is arguably one of the most significant moments for the bride and groom.
Because it symbolizes their first act of working together as a married couple, it’s a moment where you’ll want to put extra thought into the presentation.
In this article, we’ve researched and compiled the perfect BGM for the wedding cake-cutting scene, drawing broadly from both Western and Japanese music across different eras.
From popular hits of the Reiwa era to beloved classics from the Showa period, enjoy a selection of timeless songs to make your cake-cutting moment truly unforgettable!
Playlist
| [Cake Cutting] Popular Wedding Songs by Scene for Weddings and Receptions [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Thinking Out LoudEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | Ed Sheeran Eternal Love Love Song |
| 2 | HAPPY HAPPYTwice |  play_arrow | TWICE wedding pop song |
| 3 | Star Lablationkerakera |  play_arrow | The perfect cheer song for the cake-cutting |
| 4 | A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly |  play_arrow | The love and gratitude contained in the bouquet |
| 5 | SugarMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | A sweet love song by Maroon 5 |
| 6 | Partneryuka |  play_arrow | A wedding song that expresses gratitude to a loved one |
| 7 | Marry YouBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Bruno Mars wedding pop songs |
| 8 | Ever Ever AfterCarrie Underwood |  play_arrow | A Disney movie theme song suitable for weddings |
| 9 | Ordinary daysmilet |  play_arrow | A warm ballad that sings of the preciousness of everyday life and the bonds we share |
| 10 | ButterflyKimura Kaera |  play_arrow | Classic wedding songs for weddings |
| 11 | Love StoryTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | Taylor Swift's hit love songs |
| 12 | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s romantic pop song |
| 13 | A Thousand YearsChristina Perri |  play_arrow | A pop-rock song of Christina’s eternal love |
| 14 | I’m YoursJason Mraz |  play_arrow | Mraz’s Love and Blessing Wedding Song |
| 15 | To Love You MoreCéline Dion |  play_arrow | Celine Dion’s classic heartbreak song |
| 16 | On Top of the WorldImagine Dragons |  play_arrow | A classic song that advocates the importance of enjoying life |
| 17 | One million “I love you”sRake |  play_arrow | A wedding song to express loving feelings |
| 18 | Happy! Fun! I love it!DREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | Signature songs of DREAMS COME TRUE |
| 19 | sign; mark; symbol; omenMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children’s classic ballad |
| 20 | loveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Hoshino Gen’s “Koi Dance” song is perfect for weddings. |
| 21 | I WISHMAY’S |  play_arrow | A heartwarming wedding song performed by MAY’S |
| 22 | I Love YouSun Set Swish |  play_arrow | A refreshing and bright classic wedding song |
| 23 | Bus RomanceChatto Monchī |  play_arrow | A woman's romantic feelings as she sees off a bus |
| 24 | There must be an angelTogi Hideki |  play_arrow | A bright, upbeat song that makes your body sway |
| 25 | StoryAI |  play_arrow | AI's signature song surpasses one million sales |
| 26 | A gentle feelingChara |  play_arrow | Chara’s signature song, A Maiden’s Heart That Can’t Be Honest |
| 27 | If I Fall in LoveCrystal Kay |  play_arrow | A hit drama theme song suitable for weddings |
| 28 | The Door to TomorrowI WiSH |  play_arrow | Ai Kawashima had a big hit on Ainori. |
| 29 | Lion HeartSMAP |  play_arrow | A passionate song of a man protecting his loved one |
| 30 | LOVE LOVE LOVEDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | A massively popular hit song featured in a TV drama |
| 31 | TogetherEXILE |  play_arrow | ATSUSHI & SHUN’s Song to Walk With Their Loved One |
| 32 | CAN YOU CELEBRATE?Amuro Namie |  | Amuro-chan’s biggest hit took the top spot in momentary ratings at the Kohaku music show |
| 33 | SET THE WORLD ON FIREBRITT NICOLE |  play_arrow | From silence to liberation, emotional ups and downs |
| 34 | A future we create togetherKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Ketsumeishi's Wedding Song |
| 35 | threadNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | A classic song portraying loved ones supporting each other |
| 36 | Can’t Help Falling in Love with YouA*Teens |  play_arrow | A cute cover of a classic song by A*Teens |
| 37 | ALWAYS HAVE, ALWAYS WILLAce of Base |  play_arrow | A wedding song that captures moments of romance |
| 38 | I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith |  play_arrow | Aerosmith’s classic hit, a movie theme song |
| 39 | LOVE MAKES THE WORLD GO ROUNDAshlee Simpson |  play_arrow | Cutting the cake to the tune of “Love Moves the World” |
| 40 | THIS IS IT！ YOU’RE THE ONE！ I KNEW IT！Cargo |  play_arrow | Arrange a DREAMS COME TRUE song in cargo style |
| 41 | LESSONS LEARNEDCarrie Underwood |  play_arrow | Past mistakes become the strength of the present. |
| 42 | One Call AwayCharlie Puth |  play_arrow | In the spotlight with a theme song by Charlie Puth |
| 43 | StoryChe’Nelle |  play_arrow | Che'Nelle's wedding love song |
| 44 | You SmileETERNITY∞ |  play_arrow | Music for the wedding cake cutting |
| 45 | fragileEvery Little Thing |  play_arrow | ELT's theme song for a romance variety show |
| 46 | HOWEVERGLAY |  play_arrow | GLAY’s first million-selling song |
| 47 | WAKE UPHilary Duff |  play_arrow | A song that celebrates the euphoria of a woman's greatest moments |
| 48 | Yes, I’m ReadyJanet Kay |  play_arrow | The feelings of a man who accepts heartbreak and moves on |
| 49 | APUBLIC AFFAIRJessica Simpson |  play_arrow | A party song brimming with unrestrained female euphoria |
| 50 | I WILL LEARN TO LOVE AGAINKACI |  play_arrow | Singing of strong love that overcomes failure |
| 51 | WOWKYLIE MINOGUE |  play_arrow | A dance tune—glamorous and highly versatile. |
| 52 | Different DrumMATTHEW SWEET & SUSANNA HOFFS |  play_arrow | The Appeal of Matthew Sweet’s Cover Songs |
| 53 | Ave MariaMINMI |  play_arrow | An up-tempo wedding song that sings of love and gratitude |
| 54 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | A signature song of MONGOL800. The lyrics and melody are captivating. |
| 55 | Close to YouMichael Bolton |  play_arrow | A classic song covered by Michael Bolton |
| 56 | Miracles HappenMyra |  play_arrow | A cute wedding song with a movie theme |
| 57 | Starting TodayNatalie Imbruglia |  play_arrow | A pleasant send-off song with acoustic guitar and vocals |
| 58 | FlowerORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | The reunion with a loved one and the importance of living in the present |
| 59 | XanaduOlivia Newton-John |  play_arrow | Olivia Newton-John’s classic, perfect for weddings |
| 60 | Love YouQ;indivi |  play_arrow | Q;indivi samples Bach |
| 61 | Is that okay?RADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS's adorable love song |
| 62 | DIVERTIMENTSECRET GARDEN |  play_arrow | BGM suitable for the cake-cutting at a wedding |
| 63 | happinessSPICY CHOCOLATE feat. Ms.OOJA & SALU |  play_arrow | SPICY CHOCOLATE's new song nominated for a Grammy |
| 64 | Kiss MeSixpence None The Richer |  play_arrow | 90s hit songs, popular tracks reused in commercials |
| 65 | StrongSonna Rele |  play_arrow | An insert song from the Cinderella movie. Sung by Sonna Lele. |
| 66 | In Love AgainStevie Hoang |  play_arrow | Stevie Hoang’s Party Song |
| 67 | Crush On YouTata Young |  play_arrow | Introduction to Tata Young's cute songs |
| 68 | CarnivalThe Cardigans |  play_arrow | 1995 release European hit song |
| 69 | I’m In The Mood For DancingThe Nolans |  play_arrow | A bright and gentle classical piece |
| 70 | So In Love With YouU.N.V |  play_arrow | A moving piece where a male chorus sings of love |
| 71 | I love you, love you, love you so muchchay |  play_arrow | chay's retro love song |
| 72 | Lotta Lovem-flo loves MINMI |  play_arrow | Hype it up with a clubby uptempo tune |
| 73 | Thank youikimonogakari |  play_arrow | Ikimono-gakari’s famous song that conveys gratitude |
| 74 | Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu |  play_arrow | A simple, manly rock classic |
| 75 | Together foreverKobukuro |  play_arrow | A song of determination for loved ones who support each other |
| 76 | I will love you for the next 100 years.sonā poketto |  play_arrow | A refreshing love song by Sonar Pocket with a marriage motif. |
| 77 | Treasure ~Until This Voice Fades Away~Naoto Intiraymi |  play_arrow | Naoto Inti Raymi’s songs for weddings |
| 78 | From “Spring” of “The Four Seasons”Antonio Vivaldi |  play_arrow | A sacred piece played at ceremonies that lingers in memory as a cherished life milestone. |
| 79 | As long as you are hereItō Yuna × Serīnu DION |  play_arrow | A wedding song where two divas sing of love |
| 80 | Love so sweetarashi |  play_arrow | Arashi hit it big with a drama theme song |
| 81 | Star of SapphireTokyo Sukaparadaisu Ookesutora feat. Chara |  play_arrow | Introduction text for wedding songs |
| 82 | Wedding DressTōhōshinki |  play_arrow | Tohoshinki's wedding song |
| 83 | If I Fall in LoveMatsushita Nao |  play_arrow | A calm piece performed on piano by Nao Matsushita. |
| 84 | User ManualNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino's cute hit song |
| 85 | Seed of JoyYU-KI |  play_arrow | Ballad of the Touch theme song |
| 86 | To the Lightmiwa |  play_arrow | A lively wedding song filled with feelings for a loved one |
| 87 | A Kiss for SherryMisheru Porunarefu |  | A commercial jingle that sings of love |
| 88 | Hear ~Proof That We Could Believe in Each Other~Kanna Tomoyo |  play_arrow | An epic slow ballad for a movie theme song |
| 89 | Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama’s moving wedding song |
| 90 | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI’s grand cheer song |
| 91 | HappinessAI |  play_arrow | Popular AI-sung wedding songs |
| 92 | COME ON OVERChristina Aguilera |  play_arrow | A fun pop song by a man-eater type of girl |
| 93 | Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | Wonderful songs you can use for every moment of a wedding |
| 94 | GiftET-KING |  play_arrow | A classic wedding rap love song |
| 95 | The Final Time TravelerSarah Alainn |  play_arrow | Sarah’s beautiful English ballad |
| 96 | Happy Summer WeddingMōningu Musume. |  play_arrow | A high-energy festival song in which a daughter who’s decided to get married expresses her gratitude to her parents. |
| 97 | VoyageHamasaki Ayumi |  play_arrow | A beautiful ballad likened to a traveler |
| 98 | Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | Looking back on memories with my lover and realizing how precious they are |
| 99 | Seriously, only youTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | A glamorous and relaxed song for a wedding |
| 100 | Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of YouSheena Easton |  play_arrow | A pop cover of 'Can't Take My Eyes Off You' |
| 101 | Best Of My LoveThe Emotions |  play_arrow | Chicago three-sister gospel disco |