[Toast] Popular Wedding Songs for Different Scenes at Weddings and Receptions [2026]
Wedding songs that make the ceremony at times fun and at times moving.
Because it’s a once-in-a-lifetime memory, you’ll want to be particular about choosing background music for each scene.
In this article, we’ve picked out mainly Japanese hits that will liven up your wedding—especially songs we’d love for you to play during the toast.
The BGM for the toast scene can be surprisingly easy to overlook, and it’s hard to know what kind of song to play.
For couples with that dilemma, we’ve gathered upbeat tracks that will brighten the venue and set a festive tone!
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[Toast] Popular Wedding Songs for Weddings and Receptions by Scene [2026] (21–30)
Just, thank you.MONKEY MAJIK

It’s a number where the sound of the acoustic guitar gently seeps in.
The lyrics are also fitting for a wedding.
The essential word at any wedding: “thank you.” While the lyrics are, from a textual standpoint, words a man offers to the woman he loves, they could also be used to express gratitude to the guests raising a toast to the bride and groom.
Maynard Plant’s mellow voice will wrap the venue in a calm, soothing atmosphere.
LovelyOzawa Kenji

This is a perfect party song released in 1994 by Kenji Ozawa, the nephew of conductor Seiji Ozawa.
Though it’s an older track, it’s a timeless classic loved across generations.
Its naturally groovy melody and Ozawa’s soft vocals are captivating.
With brass instruments adding to the arrangement, it’s a bright and heartwarming number.
Cheerschinza DOPENESS

Anyway, it’s a song for toasting.
If the vibe can handle some hip-hop, that could be a nice kick, too.
It’s got a playful tone, but the message—let’s just raise a glass to anything—fits a party perfectly, don’t you think? Just be careful not to get too carried away and end up totally wasted.
Dancing QueenABBA

It’s a perfect, surefire song to play during the toast at a wedding reception.
It’s an ultra-famous track everyone’s heard, guaranteed to appeal to all! It’s sure to liven up the party.
There are lots of cover versions, but isn’t ABBA’s original the best? It’s a timeless classic.
I Want to Protect You ~Magic of a Touch~Chris Hart

Chris Hart is known for his high quality.
His soulful voice, characteristic of Black singers, is captivating, and his fresh, beautiful tone conveys warmth and kindness.
This particular song is especially heartfelt in its lyrics and is perfect as a wedding song.
Raise your glass to the line “Mamoritai” (“I want to protect you”), and it will make for a wonderful toast scene.
Miracles HappenMyra

A cute and poppy song that was featured as the theme for the movie “The Princess Diaries.” It’s perfect for adorning a sweet, charming wedding.
It’s sparkling music that brings a smile to your face, and the arrangement—with sounds like a champagne tower—is lovely too.
Anywhere IsEnya

This is one of Enya’s signature songs that sparked a worldwide boom.
It’s also a familiar choice for weddings.
Rich in emotion and infused with Celtic music, this piece is perfect for the toast scene.
Accompanied by the toast cheer, it’s guaranteed to help create an elegant party atmosphere.


