Recommended songs for wedding reception performance dances: A roundup of popular crowd-pleasers
Many people probably plan to perform a dance as entertainment at a wedding, right?
If a group performs a dance to music, the venue is sure to liven up!
But it can be hard to decide which song to dance to.
To help you out, this article introduces recommended songs you can use as a reference.
We’ve gathered a variety—cool songs, cute songs, and funny songs—so please choose based on the vibe you want for your performance!
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Recommended songs for wedding reception dance performances: A roundup of crowd-pleasing hits (1–10)
Dancing HeroOginome Yōko
The Tomioka High School Dance Club in Osaka performed their “Bubble Dance” to this song, which became a huge sensation! It’s familiar not only to younger generations but also to those from the bubble era, so it’s a great recommendation for a wedding reception performance.
If you can make the costumes, makeup, and hairstyles reflect the bubble era like theirs, it will be even more exciting.
Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48
This is a song that became popular along with its dance.
I bet many people can at least dance the chorus! The lyrics and melody are cute, and the choreography is very simple, so I hope both men and women will dance to this song.
POKÉDANCEnanahira
Created to celebrate Pokémon Day 2024, this song is a bright and uplifting track themed around friendship and fun.
Set to an energetic dance-music rhythm, it sings about the joy of deepening bonds with your companions.
The animated music video released on February 27, 2024, features past Pokémon and their Trainers dancing together, and it became a hot topic for its cuteness.
You’ve probably seen plenty of videos on social media of people dancing to this song, too.
It’s perfect not only for Pokémon fans, but also for anyone who wants a boost of energy or a fun tune to enjoy with friends.
Recommended songs for wedding performance dances: A roundup of popular hype tracks (11–20)
The Bride SambaGō Hiromi
This song, with its lively rhythm and cheerful vibe, is irresistibly charming.
It has become popular as entertainment at weddings.
While it lifts listeners’ spirits, it also conveys complex feelings about love and marriage.
Released on May 1, 1981, it was included on Hiromi Go’s album “plastic generation.” In the 2000s, it was featured on Fuji TV’s popular show “Waratte Iitomo!,” helping it gain even wider recognition.
It’s perfect for occasions where everyone wants to get excited together, like weddings and parties.
With its brisk tempo and catchy lyrics, it’s a track people of all generations can enjoy.
chantAdo
Featuring Ado’s powerful vocals fused with exotic EDM beats, this track leaves a striking impression on listeners.
Released digitally on September 6, 2023, it is a collaboration song for Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween event, “Halloween Horror Nights.” Centered on themes of self-expression and self-assertion, it carries a message encouraging listeners to enjoy the present moment to the fullest.
It’s also perfect for a wedding reception dance performance and is recommended for anyone looking to instantly fire up the crowd.
Chu, diversity.ano
Ano’s track is a captivating song that blends a distinctive worldview with Chinese-inspired motifs.
It portrays the turmoil of romantic feelings, marked by repeated phrases and striking imagery.
Released digitally on November 23, 2022, it was used as the ending theme for episode 7 of the popular anime Chainsaw Man.
In the music video, Ano herself performs on a Chinese-style stage wearing a cheongsam.
If you showcase it as a wedding reception dance, its unique atmosphere and memorable choreography are sure to energize the venue!
Otona Blueatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu
The songs by Atarashii Gakko! (New School Leaders) express the gap between the desire to be an adult and the innocence that still remains.
They weave the mismatch between outward maturity and inner growth into beautiful words.
This work was released as a digital-only single on May 1, 2020.
In 2023, they achieved the remarkable feat of appearing on the NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, serving as the opening act.
The “head-shaking dance” that went viral on TikTok captivated many people.
If you perform it as a wedding reception act, it’s sure to liven up the venue.
However, the dance is quite challenging, so be sure to practice thoroughly.