[Farewell to Guests] Popular Wedding Songs by Scene for Ceremonies and Receptions [2026]
The fun wedding and reception are coming to an end, and it’s finally the moment for the bride and groom to make their exit… It’s a precious time that could be called the culmination of the day, so you’ll want to heighten the mood with just the right BGM.
Of course, some people will want to create a moving atmosphere with a ballad, while others may choose an upbeat song to keep things lighthearted as they leave.
In this article, we’ve put together a variety of songs—both Western and Japanese—that work well for the exit scene at weddings and receptions.
If you’re struggling to choose your wedding BGM, be sure to check it out!
Playlist
| [Farewell to Guests] Popular Wedding Songs by Scene for Ceremonies and Receptions [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | A future we create togetherKetsumeishi | play_arrow | A celebratory song wishing for happiness in the future |
| 2east | rainbow-coloredayaka | play_arrow | A recessional song using the theme song from Hanako to Anne |
| 3east | Ever Ever AfterCarrie Underwood | play_arrow | Theme song of Enchanted |
| 4east | rainbowSuda Masaki | play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s moving wedding song |
| 5east | Today was a fairytaleTaylor Swift | play_arrow | Taylor Swift's love songs |
| 6east | PromiseHirai Dai | play_arrow | An inspiring ukulele piece that vows eternal love |
| 7east | Until I Found YouStephen Sanchez | play_arrow | Stephen Sanchez's ballads are perfect for weddings. |
| 8east | All of MeJohn Legend | play_arrow | A masterpiece love song filled with John Legend’s love for his wife |
| 9east | Family SongHoshino Gen | play_arrow | A warm song depicting family love becomes a hot topic |
| 10east | Before YouBenson Boone | play_arrow | Benson Boone sings of true love |
| 11east | HappinessAI | play_arrow | A song that wishes for everyone's happiness |
| 12east | One Lovearashi | play_arrow | A signature song by Arashi, a massive hit as the theme song for Boys Over Flowers. |
| 13east | eternityBENI | play_arrow | BENI's 'Eien' is perfect for the wedding exit |
| 14east | Kiss MeSixpence None The Richer | play_arrow | Sixpence's classic is perfect for the wedding recessional. |
| 15east | blinkback number | play_arrow | A song that portrays the essence of happiness as a movie theme song |
| 16east | HappyPharrell Williams | play_arrow | An upbeat, cheerful song that gets everyone excited |
| 17east | The GiftBlue | play_arrow | Blue's moving ballad |
| 18east | Sunday MorningMaroon 5 | play_arrow | Maroon 5’s masterpiece, a fusion of R&B and pop |
| 19east | Thank youikimonogakari | play_arrow | A song to express gratitude |
| 20east | A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly | play_arrow | Popular classic songs for weddings |
| 21east | The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP | play_arrow | National popularity thanks to SMAP’s biggest hit song |
| 22east | Happy! Fun! I love it!DREAMS COME TRUE | play_arrow | Bright songs that color a wedding |
| 23east | The RoseBette Midler | play_arrow | Movie theme song, cheer song |
| 24east | Wherever you areONE OK ROCK | play_arrow | A ballad wins popularity for its voice and singing style |
| 25east | budKobukuro | play_arrow | A song of married life layered upon buds |
| 26east | SUNHoshino Gen | play_arrow | Make the guest send-off fun with a lively, pop-style tune |
| 27east | MiracleGReeeeN | play_arrow | A popular wedding song sung by a Japanese four-person group |
| 28east | SugarMaroon 5 | play_arrow | Surprise entrance MV for the wedding |
| 29east | Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS | play_arrow | FUNKY MONKEY BABYS' final single |
| 30east | 365 daysMr.Children | play_arrow | A 365-day love song that cares for the other person |
| 31east | Motherkariyushi 58 | play_arrow | An Okinawan song expressing gratitude to one's mother |
| 32east | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro | play_arrow | Boosting recognition with the Doraemon theme song |
| 33east | To the futureKiroro | play_arrow | A song of gratitude to a mother |
| 34east | 365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48 | play_arrow | A song that's become a hot topic as the theme for an NHK morning drama series |
| 35east | knot; tie; bind; concludewacci | play_arrow | A moving ballad that sings of everyday love |
| 36east | IvyNovelbright | play_arrow | A wedding-themed love song expressing gratitude and love |
| 37east | StoryAI | play_arrow | Big Hero 6 Japan version end credits song |
| 38east | threadBank Band | play_arrow | A classic wedding song that celebrates people meeting each other |
| 39east | Baby, I love youTEE | play_arrow | The gentle songs of singer-songwriter TEE |
| 40east | Thank you for the happiness.Ketsumeishi | play_arrow | Used for DJ KOHNO wedding celebration song during guest send-off |
| 41east | Just, thank you.MONKEY MAJIK | play_arrow | A gentle song that conveys thanks |
| 42east | Thank youSMAP | play_arrow | A song that straightforwardly sings the word “thank you.” |
| 43east | EtupirikaHakasé Tarō | play_arrow | TV theme songs are used as wedding BGM. |
| 44east | Happiness ForeverMISIA | play_arrow | Popular songs for weddings |
| 45east | Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama's popular wedding songs |
| 46east | May it be filled with kindnessJUJU | play_arrow | Popular JUJU songs used at weddings |


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