A song to celebrate a wedding: a “congratulations” song from friends to the bride and groom.
At weddings, it’s common to have performances like singing or to show a message video compiled from friends and colleagues.
At times like these, you might find yourself unsure about which song to sing or what music to choose for the background.
For example, singing a classic love song during a performance can feel a bit off, right?
So in this article, I’ll introduce songs that express friends’ and peers’ congratulations to the bride and groom.
Use this as a reference when choosing songs for performances or background music for videos.
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Songs to celebrate a wedding. Congratulations from friends to the bride and groom (21–30).
The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP
For a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of a dear friend’s big moment, the perfect song to recommend for a wedding performance is “Sekai ni Hitotsu Dake no Hana.” As a signature hit by the beloved national idol group SMAP, it’s known across generations.
Its gentle music-box tones are soothing and memorable.
It’s ideal for moments when you want to reflect on the days spent with a cherished friend or express your gratitude.
Why not gift a heartfelt song like this on your irreplaceable friend’s special day?
Wedding SongSaitō Kazuyoshi
Produced as a song for the Zexy TV commercial, this track is the ultimate wedding celebration song from singer-songwriter Kazuyoshi Saito.
Led mainly by acoustic guitar and vocals, it even conveys a calm, solemn atmosphere.
The lyrics express congratulations to the bride and groom, who have chosen their life partners and arrived at their wedding day, along with a message wishing them lifelong happiness.
With its relaxed tone, it’s perfect not only for acoustic performances but also as background music for message videos.
rainbow-coloredayaka
“Nijiiro” is a moving yet somehow warm song that brings a sense of calm.
Sung by singer-songwriter Ayaka, it became widely known and loved across generations as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Hanako to Anne.” It’s also a number that feels like a gentle pep talk, softly giving you a push when you’re feeling down, making it perfect for conveying congratulations to the bride and groom.
Congratulations on your marriage! feat. MINMIBES
This song was released by BES, who is active as a reggae singer, featuring MINMI.
As the title suggests, it straightforwardly expresses the feeling of celebrating a friend’s marriage.
The lyrics look back on the not-so-smooth journey that any couple is likely to have experienced.
Because the friend often came for advice whenever something happened, the song is filled with a heartfelt “congratulations” that only someone that close could say.
With its upbeat, catchy vibe, it’s perfect as background music for a message video.
CelebrationUkasukaji
This is a marriage-themed song by Ukasukaji, the musical duo of Kazutoshi Sakurai and GAKU-MC.
The lyrics trace the miracle of how the bride and groom met and convey heartfelt congratulations like “May you find happiness together from here on,” filled with messages that celebrate the wedding day—one of the happiest days in life.
Along with Sakurai’s warm vocals and GAKU-MC’s lively rap, the refreshing melody makes it perfect for a wedding reception performance or as background music for a video.
A Happy Yet Lonely Day (Your Wedding Day)Takeuchi Mariya
This song sung by Mariya Takeuchi is written from the perspective of the bride’s mother, expressing heartfelt congratulations.
If the bride’s mother is in charge of a performance, or if you plan to show a message video from the family, this song is highly recommended.
The lyrics include memories of the bride’s childhood as seen by her mother, her impressions upon seeing the bride in her radiant wedding attire, and a warm message: “From now on, may you walk a happy life together with the partner you have chosen.” Many brides who receive this song will surely be moved to tears.
allyGReeeeN
This is a heartwarming number by GReeeeN that gently speaks to the importance of friendship.
Conveying the value of unconditional love and being there for one another, the song carries a strong message filled with gratitude for those closest to us.
Alongside its gentle, warm melody, the lyrics—depicting everyday life shared with a precious person who shares both joy and sorrow—resonate deeply.
Written as the theme song for the film “Haw,” released in August 2022, this piece is perfect as background music for a speech to a dear friend and as a song dedicated to anyone wishing to deepen their bonds with someone special.