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 performance dances: A roundup of popular hype tracks (11–20)
Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan
Released in 2004 by Kishidan, this song has long been cherished as a wedding staple.
Its intro quotes Mendelssohn’s “Wedding March,” and the lyrics, brimming with heartfelt blessings for a friend getting married, leave a strong impression.
Conveying the importance of friendship and love, it overflows with warmth as it wishes happiness to the bride and groom.
Put out by Toshiba-EMI, the single peaked at No.
6 on the Oricon charts.
At wedding receptions, the dance featured in the music video is especially popular, and the lyrics—evoking the bonds between friends—make it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for everyone to sing along.
DynamiteBTS
This song is one of BTS’s most popular tracks.
Its refreshing disco-pop sound is striking, filled with a fun and positive vibe.
Born during the COVID-19 pandemic, the song expresses brightness, confidence, and happiness, and has the power to uplift listeners.
Released as a digital single on August 21, 2020, it became a worldwide hit.
For a wedding reception performance, we recommend having all the guests dance together with simple choreography—like the “Ratata” dance—to match this up-tempo track.
It’s sure to get the whole venue united and excited!
Love so sweetarashi
This song, which sings of sweet, bittersweet love, was released on February 21, 2007 as the theme song for the drama Hana Yori Dango 2.
It features Arashi’s refreshingly clear vocals and a melody that really resonates.
Within a week of its release, it sold over 200,000 copies and became a major hit, ranking fourth on the 2007 year-end sales chart.
The feelings of being in love and thinking of someone special are expressed gently, making it perfect for a wedding reception dance.
With its bright, celebratory vibe, it’s recommended for anyone wanting to liven up the venue.
Not only Arashi fans, but people of all ages love this song, so your guests are sure to enjoy it.
Matsuken Samba IIMatsudaira Ken
The festive mood of the reception and the after-party will soar.
This is highly recommended for those who want a lively reception.
Guests watching the performances are sure to be enveloped in laughter.
As for the dance, I think fun choreography is better than cool choreography.
HabitSEKAI NO OWARI
It captivates with a mysterious sound and seductive worldview characteristic of SEKAI NO OWARI.
Released early on April 28, 2022, it was created as the theme song for the film “HOLiC xxxHOLiC.” The song points out the foolishness of categorizing oneself and others into simple boxes, and appeals for the importance of diversity and individuality.
With lyrics that carry a positive message, it’s recommended for anyone who wants to maximize their potential.
As entertainment at a wedding reception, performing it with heartfelt congratulations for the couple is sure to get the whole venue excited.
loveHoshino Gen
This is a song by Gen Hoshino that was tied up as the theme for the drama “We Married as a Job!” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu).
The dance in the song was choreographed by MIKIKO, who also works with Perfume.
It became so popular online that it turned into a social phenomenon as the “Koi Dance.” Because it’s so famous, it’s sure to get the crowd going at events and parties!
Recommended songs for wedding reception performance dances: A roundup of popular crowd-pleasers (21–30)
ultra-strongestChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu
As the title suggests, it’s the ultimate feel-good hype song.
Its sparkling sound and positive lyrics are irresistible, and just listening to it lifts your spirits.
It’s perfect for wedding entertainment, too—have the kids dance to the bright, energetic melody and the whole venue will instantly feel more festive.
The “Super! Strongest!” hook in the chorus is a great call-and-response moment, and the choreography is easy to learn, so even first-timers can join with confidence.
It’s packed with the kind of fun that makes guests naturally want to clap along.
