Recommended songs for wedding reception performance dances: A roundup of popular crowd-pleasers

Cheer-Up SongMatsuoka Shūzō

Shuzo Matsuoka belts it out: “C.C. Lemon Genki Cheer SONG” full ver.

Known as an uplifting cheer song, this piece is a track that Shuzo Matsuoka helped produce.

Born as part of C.C.

Lemon’s “Genki Support Project,” the song features unique lyrics that send encouraging messages by naming specific individuals.

In a 2009 interview with Tennis Magazine, Matsuoka spoke about the feelings he poured into the song.

It’s a perfect choice to cheer on a bride and groom as they embark on their future, and performing it as a wedding entertainment act is sure to bring the whole venue together in excitement.

With its energetic lyrics and dance, it’s a song that will put a smile on everyone’s face.

Best FriendNishino Kana

Kana Nishino 'Best Friend (short ver.)'

These are lyrics I sent to my friends, and the song is filled with words of gratitude for them.

It lets you express feelings that are hard to say in everyday life through dance.

A wedding is not only a place to celebrate, but also to convey thanks.

I think it’s perfect as a performance from friends to the bride and groom.

Dear BrideNishino Kana

Kana Nishino “Dear Bride” MV (Short Ver.)

This is said to be Kana Nishino’s first wedding song.

The lyrics, as if sent from a friend to the bride, are particularly striking.

It might be lovely to add choreography and dance along to the words.

Why not use it to convey your congratulations?

FlowerKinKi Kids

KinKi Kids “Flower” Music Video

The overall tone is calm, but I think it’s easy to dance to as a dance number.

It might be fun to try copying the choreography of the Johnny’s Jr.

members dancing behind the two.

The lyrics are lovely as well, so I highly recommend giving it a listen.

Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

Momoiro Clover / Go! Phantom Thief Girl

A timeless hit among the many classics by Momoiro Clover Z, wildly popular for their intense dancing and energetic cuteness! On the day, if you go all out dancing “Ikuze! Kaitou Shoujo” as if you were a member of Momoclo, you might just hear cheers and call-and-response coming from somewhere!

Cherry Blossom Societyyuzu

Yuzu “Sakura-kai” Music Video

Among Yuzu’s songs, this one is often cited as a love song.

With straightforward lyrics like “I love you,” it’s a perfect choice for those having a spring wedding.

How about expressing your feelings carried by Yuzu’s harmonies?

flying getAKB48

[MV full] Flying Get (Dancing Version) / AKB48 [Official]

It’s one of AKB48’s signature songs and hugely popular as a wedding reception performance! With a fun sound that fuses Latin music and rock, the lyrics express romantic feelings using the phrase “Flying Get.” Released in August 2011, the song was a massive hit, setting the all-time highest first-week sales on the Oricon Singles Chart.

Atsuko Maeda served as the center, and it was performed on TV shows and at the 62nd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Since everyone knows this song, it’s sure to bring the whole venue together and get the crowd excited!