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

Amazing Graceamerika min’yō

André Rieu – Amazing Grace (4K)

A hymn inspired by salvation through God’s grace and filled with gratitude was composed in 1779 by a British clergyman.

Created by an author who transformed his life from a slave ship captain to a pastor, it conveys profound repentance.

With a simple yet moving melody, it has won love far beyond the realm of hymns.

It is performed in various styles, such as on bagpipes or a cappella, and in 2006 it was used as the theme song for a film depicting the author’s life.

It is popular at weddings and receptions as a fitting piece for solemn entrances and emotionally moving moments.

With its simple melody and deep spirituality, this work makes the important milestones of life all the more meaningful.

MomAI

AI – To Mom (short ver.) Music Video

As the title suggests, this is a song that expresses gratitude to a mother.

The AI’s honest, straightforward lyrics are deeply moving, creating a piece that will make any mom tear up uncontrollably.

If a daughter sings it at the wedding reception, there won’t be a dry eye in the house.

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.

May it be filled with kindnessFlower

Flower “So That It Overflows With Kindness” [Movie “Evergreen Love (A Herb Book): I Picked Up a Fateful Love” Theme Song ver.]

This is a cover song by JUJU.

While JUJU’s deep, high-quality vocals have their own charm, this bright and cute version is also perfect for an emotional wedding reception.

I think it’s a song that would pair beautifully with a pastel-colored bouquet.

To the futureKiroro

Kiroro “To the Future” Music Video (Short ver.)

It’s one of Kiroro’s classic songs, also popular as a choral piece.

The lyrics are incredibly moving.

If you send this song with gratitude to your parents, it’s sure to create a wave of emotion.

It conveys the message: Please continue to watch over us as we walk toward the future.

Bridge of Gloryyuzu

Eikou no Kakehashi – Yuzu (Full)

In the lead-up to the wedding, a lot of things happened—some didn’t go well, and there were times you felt like giving up—but when you finally feel glad you made it to the big day, I hope you’ll play this song.

It’s so moving that you might find the tears just won’t stop.

CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi

Kanpai (from “Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi ALL NIGHT LIVE IN Sakurajima 04.8.21”)

Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi, a favorite among men.

It’s one of his early songs, but it’s still passed down today as a song men sing to their friends at wedding receptions.

Rather than sad, it’s a song that celebrates a new beginning, so it’s perfect for everyone to sing together—glass in hand, bottle in hand, arms around each other.