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

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Just by you being here

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.

A day that’s happy and lonelyTakeuchi Mariya

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.

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.

Together forever…GLAY

Together forever…

It’s a moist, tear-jerking ballad.

I get a message like, “We’ve been through many twists and turns, but let’s keep living together from here on.” I think it would be moving not only if the groom sang it but also if the bride did, and if possible, a live acoustic performance would likely fill the venue with emotion.

TulipSeishun no Kage

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.

Song of ParentsGReeeeN

To my parents — Golden Wedding Anniversary Video — “Father and Mother Song”

GReeeeN’s song “Fubobuta” by the four-member vocal unit is a perfect track for weddings, expressing gratitude to one’s parents! It’s especially popular for scenes like the bouquet presentation or reading a letter.

The song is filled with thanks to parents who were always there: from childhood when we relied on our father and mother, through the rebellious years when we talked back all the time, to every moment they supported us by our side.

A wedding is not only a day to celebrate marriage, but also a day to express appreciation to those who have supported you.

Why not convey the thank-you you haven’t been able to put into words until now, together with this song?

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Marigoldaimyon

Aimyon – Marigold [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A love song that became her big hit.

Its nostalgic, retro sound surely helps convey love in a sincere way.

I can easily picture wedding scenes where joyful tears fill the bride and groom’s eyes.

Carried by a refreshing melody, her slightly husky, striking voice is incredibly captivating—and that contrast moves me all over again.

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Yoshizaki Keiko

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