A collection of iconic female friendship songs: must-hear tracks for women guests at weddings
When attending a friend’s wedding, it’s quite common to be asked to put on some kind of performance, isn’t it?
In addition to performances like dancing or singing, female guests on the bride’s side often read a letter as a gift.
And for any performance like that, BGM is essential.
If possible, you’d want to play a friendship song that reflects your relationship with the bride.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that portray women’s friendships and are perfect for weddings.
We hope this will be helpful not only for female guests planning a performance, but also for brides looking for a song to play when they leave the room with their friends during the reception.
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A collection of iconic female friendship songs: must-hear tracks for women guests at weddings (11–20)
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This is back number’s second single, released in June 2011.
The lyrics, which vividly portray the bittersweet and heartrending emotions of love, leave a strong impression.
Lines like “I’ll apologize as many times as it takes, and I’ll never forget to say thank you” convey a powerful determination to overcome any hardship.
The song was selected as the ending theme for the TBS music program COUNT DOWN TV, and a short film produced based on the track and released on YouTube also drew attention.
It’s a perfect song to perform at a dear friend’s wedding as a heartfelt blessing to the bride and groom.
Why not share hope for their future with your warm voice?
Happy Summer WeddingMōningu Musume.
One of Morning Musume’s early signature songs, from a group that has kept leading the idol scene while changing its name and members over the years.
It’s also famous among fans as the first single featuring the golden 4th generation—Tsuji, Kago, Yoshizawa, and Ishikawa.
The lyrics express gratitude to parents, and the song has practically become a staple for dance performances by the bride’s friends at wedding receptions.
If you’re a friend of the bride looking for a song for the entertainment segment, be sure to consider this one.
BFmoumoon
A gently sung theme song by moumoon about a friendship bound by a sister-like, deep bond.
It’s a warm, heartfelt piece that can also be heard as a song about real sisters.
Used as an insert song for the 2014 Fuji TV drama “Dear Sister,” it portrays a two-people, side-by-side relationship—encouraging each other through hardships and sharing joy—in lyrics that weave together English and Japanese.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to while thinking of your beloved sisters and family.
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‘Hitomi’ is the perfect choice when you want to express deep love to a friend—especially a childhood friend who’s a woman.
It’s a song by aiko included on her album “Kanojo,” and it’s also well known from a Kao commercial.
The song celebrates the new life chapter of someone you’ve known since you were young.
Since many people know it, they’ll likely recall the lyrics as they listen.
The gentle ballad will also create a warm atmosphere at the venue.
Although I’m suggesting it here as BGM for a friend’s speech, another appeal is that the lyrics can be reinterpreted for various relationships, such as from a mother to her daughter.
The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP
A heartwarming message song by SMAP.
Celebrating that each person is special, this piece is a perfect choice to gift with your blessings to friends at a wedding.
Released in March 2003, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It was also used as the theme song for the drama “Boku no Ikiru Michi,” resonating deeply with many listeners.
If you sing it with wishes for the bride and groom and the hope that they can always rely on you, it will surely create a warm atmosphere.
Its lyrics, which convey the importance of living true to oneself, make it perfect for celebrating the start of a new chapter in life.
GIRL TALKAmuro Namie
If you want to look back on memories of blossoming over love talks and express your friendship, Namie Amuro’s “GIRL TALK” is a great pick.
Released in 2004 as her 28th single, it reached No.
2 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
It was also used in a commercial for Mandom’s “LUCIDO-L Prism Magic Hair Color.” The lyrics, centered on women’s friendship, and the characteristically danceable Amuro-style track are really appealing.
For a wedding reception performance, why not gather your friends and give the dance a try?
A playlist of female friendship songs: must-hear classics for women guests at weddings (21–30)
Always Youmilet
A heartwarming song that celebrates intimate bonds and deep friendship.
Released by milet in August 2022 as the theme song for the film “TANG,” the track debuted at No.
9 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Created around the film’s message of “a journey to find life’s treasures,” it portrays friendship deepening as we discover the hidden charms in others, expressed through sweeping melodies and powerful sound.
It’s a perfect BGM choice for compiling memories with someone special into a video.
Infused with a universal message that connects people—one that only milet, who spent her adolescence abroad, could convey—this song is highly recommended for commemorating life’s turning points, such as graduations and farewell gatherings.