When picking songs to use at a wedding, the one you just can’t leave out is the Wedding March, right?
In Japan, when we say “Wedding March,” we’re really talking about those two famous pieces by Mendelssohn and Wagner—did you know that?
Mendelssohn’s Wedding March is also well-known as the music used in the Zexy commercials.
In this article, I’ll introduce the two Wedding Marches beloved in Japan, along with some cool arrangements of them.
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Arrangement BGM of the wedding classic “Wedding March” (1–10)
Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan
This is Kishidan’s sixth single.
It has a completely fresh vibe compared to their previous work and other songs about marriage.
You won’t find many rock-style songs that sing about getting married, so if you’re planning a wedding, definitely consider using it as background music.
Papapapaan Song IIIKEN STACEY
Composed by Mendelssohn, the Wedding March.
It’s a famous classical piece, but KEN STACEY has brilliantly transformed it into a modern wedding song: “Papapapān no Uta III.” It’s cool and perfectly suited to the new era after the end of Heisei.
It looks like this arranged version of the Wedding March will become a popular BGM from now on.
Wedding MarchFelix Mendelssohn
Mendelssohn’s Wedding March, which begins with “ta-ta-ta taaan, ta-ta-ta taaan.” When it comes to wedding background music, isn’t this the first piece that comes to mind? It’s a bright and splendid piece perfectly suited for weddings.
With its brisk tempo, it’s a very cool work.
Truly a recommended BGM choice for the wedding entrance.
wedding marchcargo×seira
This is “Wedding March,” a cover of the familiar Mendelssohn composition by cargo×seira.
It’s a cool track that feels like you’re listening to dance music.
The stylish arrangement is perfect as wedding BGM.
I think it will really liven things up.
It’s also a number I’d recommend for parties with friends.
Papapapaan Song II (Duo)CHAKA & MICKEY
“Papapapaan Song II (Duo).” It’s an arrangement of Mendelssohn’s “Wedding March.” The harmony of the two voices and their gentle singing fit a wedding song perfectly.
It’s a uniquely modern, innovative arrangement.
CHAKA & MICKEY’s wonderful duo vocals are also well known from commercials.
Wedding March Part2Q;indivi Starring Rin Oikawa
The song “Wedding March Part 2” by Q;indivi starring Rin Oikawa was originally based on Mendelssohn’s “Wedding March,” but the arrangement is really great.
It’s a cool number that mixes in various tunes.
It also has a Christmas vibe, so listening to it in December is sure to lift your spirits.
Papapapaan Song II (Gospel)CHAKA + SINGERS
Papa Pa Paaan Song II (Gospel), familiar from the Zexy commercials, is a number by CHAKA + SINGERS.
The original tune is Mendelssohn’s Wedding March.
The gospel arrangement resonates with many voices and really builds excitement.
It’s such a lovely “Papa Pa Paaan Song II” that you can’t help wanting to sing along.