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).
Share your happinessAKB48
There’s a perfect AKB48 song for celebrating weddings.
As the title “Share Your Happiness” suggests, the lyrics convey the message, “Please share the happiness of married life with each other as bride and groom.” Attending a wedding makes you feel like you’ve received a generous share of joy, and the song also includes the sentiment, “If anything comes up from now on, feel free to lean on me,” so it lets you express not only congratulations but also, “I look forward to continuing our relationship.”
Wedding Bell ~What a Wonderful Life~Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
This song by Sandaime J Soul Brothers is perfect for sending a congratulatory message to the bride and groom.
Although it’s the coupling track to their smash hit “R.Y.U.S.E.I.,” it’s a hidden gem filled with a wonderful message.
The lyrics remind us that the bride and groom are incredibly important to each other, and they carry the message: “No matter what happens from here on, walk through life together, combining your strength.” It features the smooth, elegant musical style characteristic of Sandaime J Soul Brothers, so if someone is confident in their singing, performing it as part of the reception entertainment is highly recommended.
Songs to celebrate a wedding. “Congratulations” songs from friends to the bride and groom (31–40)
Be happy.CHIHIRO
CHIHIIRO is a singer-songwriter who began her career in 2007.
She has created many love songs to date.
The lyrics of this song are filled with messages celebrating a friend’s marriage, making it perfect as background music for a friend’s performance or a message video.
The phrase in the title, “Be Happy,” appears many times throughout the lyrics, conveying a straightforward sense of blessing.
Its calm mood and gentle vocals suit wedding scenes very well.
Song of a Friendyuzu
A song woven around the theme of friendship, brimming with kindness and warmth.
Released in September 1999 as the commercial song for Ezaki Glico’s “Pocky Chocolate,” it became a major hit for Yuzu and is also included on their album Yuzuen.
Innocent memories with a friend, the tenderness of caring about each other’s lives, and the awareness of what changes and what remains constant over time are all carefully interlaced.
With its gentle acoustic guitar tones and Yuzu’s signature warm harmonies that resonate in the heart, this piece is perfect for gifting to a cherished friend at a wedding, and for conveying the joy of celebrating the couple’s new life together as part of their circle.
Congratulationsmihimaru GT
As the title “Omedetou” (“Congratulations”) suggests, this song brims with celebratory feelings and is a track by mihimaru GT.
It also served as the theme song for the film Crayon Shin-chan: Super-Dimensional! The Storm Called My Bride, so many people may have heard it.
The lyrics praise the couple for overcoming many hardships on the way to their wedding day and express heartfelt congratulations throughout.
It’s a perfect song to gift from friends or companions who have spent many years by the bride and groom’s side.
Dear you,Novelbright
This is a heartwarming song that sings of gratitude.
The lyrics, written like a letter to a loved one, resonate deeply with listeners.
The “Oh-oh” phrase in the chorus is especially memorable when it’s sung together with the audience at live shows.
Included on the mini-album EN., released in September 2019, it has become one of Novelbright’s signature songs.
It’s a perfect track for expressing your thanks or reaffirming your bond with someone important.
Why not share your gratitude with your loved one along with this song?
eternityBENI
Eien (Eternity) sung by BENI is a song full of happiness that’s perfect for weddings.
It features BENI’s supple, beautiful vocals and a catchy, gorgeous melody that sticks in your head after just one listen.
The lyrics convey messages from friends and companions to the bride and groom, making it an ideal choice for a performance or a message-video BGM.
The song also includes lines that look back on the couple’s story so far, and listening to it will remind the newlyweds of the joy of being able to marry each other.