Recommended sad songs for weddings and receptions: moving masterpieces and popular tracks

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This song was the theme for a TV drama, and since the drama’s concept was a story about friendship between girls, I thought it would have that kind of vibe.

But it turns out it’s also a great song for weddings.

I recommend using it as the BGM for the outfit change.

PIECE OF MY WISHImai Miki

Miki Imai – PIECE OF MY WISH

A ballad by Miki Imai with beautifully translucent vocals.

She’s been through a lot, but I can picture an independent woman thinking, “From now on, I’ll walk forward with him, just the two of us.” Independent girls can be unexpectedly fragile, so it’s strange how I can’t help feeling sad when I sing this song.

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Sheena Ringo – In Season

If you want to elevate the mood of your ceremony, I recommend Shena Ringo’s song “Shun.” It’s included on her 2009 album Sanmon Gossip.

Her gently expressive vocals create a mellow atmosphere.

The lyrics convey a strong love and the resolve to face and overcome anything together as a couple.

It’s perfect for the latter part of the ceremony or for your exit.

The beautiful piano in the outro leaves a lingering afterglow.

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SAY YESCHAGE and ASKA

[MV] SAY YES / CHAGE and ASKA

As a TV drama’s theme song, people in their 30s and 40s can understand why this track fits so well with a wedding dress.

It was very popular back then as a song for pledging love.

Just hearing someone say they can vow their love without hesitation makes me so happy that I can’t help but burst into tears.

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Mariya Takeuchi – A Day So Happy It Makes Me Lonely (Official Music Video)

It’s a moving ballad told from a mother’s perspective, celebrating her beloved child’s marriage.

The lyrics portray the complex feelings of a parent—the joy of watching a child leave the nest mixed with a touch of loneliness—tightening the heart.

The song was produced in May 2008 as a collaborative commercial track for P&G’s Pantene and Zexy, and it was also included on the acclaimed album “Expressions.” It even achieved the remarkable feat of entering the singles Top 10 at the age of 53 years and 2 months.

Listening to this piece on the special day of a family’s new beginning may bring back memories of the irreplaceable days you’ve spent together and make you want to express your gratitude.

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Masaharu Fukuyama - Shadow of Youth

It’s a song that was used as an insert track in a drama, and I remember bursting into tears at the lyrics—they were like a ray of light when facing defeat.

The content is very sad, but if you played this song at a wedding reception as words from the groom to the bride, she would surely be in tears.

If you want to make the bride cry, by all means use it.

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I feel that the lyrics are woven toward the final line.

I believe many things await you in your married life ahead.

There will be times when your feelings don’t align or you argue.

This is a song I’d love for you to listen to in those moments.