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

ForeverLittle Grle Monster

Little Glee Monster ♪ Forever (Towa ni) Little Glee Monster Lito

A signature song by The Gospellers that Little Glee Monster covered in 2017.

The lyrics are wonderful, and Little Glee Monster’s harmonies are so beautiful that the track could work perfectly as background music.

If you want a more mature depth, I recommend the original Gospellers version.

Both are moving masterpieces that can bring you to tears.

Let’s walkikimonogakari

Let's walk

This is a song recommended for things like the ending of a wedding reception, with the message, “From here on, let’s walk toward the future one step at a time.” Its theme of “Let’s take it slow and do our best together” is so moving it brings you to tears and even makes you feel sad.

Even if you’re sad or having a hard time, let’s keep walking! I hope it helps you spread your wings toward the future with that feeling.

Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu

Masaharu Fukuyama – Let’s Become a Family (Full ver.)

It’s recommended as a song for the groom to give to the bride.

I suggest fully channeling Masaharu Fukuyama and performing it with just your voice and a guitar.

For better or worse, the bride is sure to cry her eyes out.

It could also work well as a song dedicated to your father and mother, so please give it a try.

Wedding SongSaitō Kazuyoshi

Kazuyoshi Saito – Wedding Song [Music Video Short ver.]

This is a popular wedding song by Kazuyoshi Saito.

Its soft, gentle melody on acoustic guitar is pleasant to the ear, making it perfect for anyone who wants to perform a solo with an acoustic guitar in hand.

The lyrics are beautiful as well, and if you play it at a wedding, it’s sure to move everyone.

Share your happinessAKB48

[MV Full] Share Your Happiness / AKB48 [Official]

This song reminds me that marriage isn’t the goal, but the start.

The sparkling melody and choir-like vocals are wonderful.

It’s a wedding song that gives you courage, making you feel like sharing both the joys and the hardships as you move forward together.

Sleepysawada sorari

Kari Sawada “O-Nemi” Music Video

A warm ballad crafted for a childhood friend’s wedding.

Kuukari Sawada’s emotionally rich vocals gently portray how the couple’s relationship has grown and changed.

From the small moments of everyday life, you can feel the strength of their bond built over many years.

Released in June 2024, the track is said to feature the bride herself, making it even more moving.

It’s the perfect song for when you want to feel the bond with someone dear, or to accompany a couple starting a new life together.

Take your time and listen closely.

Let’s Become a Family (Wedding Ver.)Fukuyama Masaharu

Let's become a family - Wedding Version

A heartwarming wedding song by Masaharu Fukuyama, delivered to two people vowing a happy future together.

It was also used as a commercial song for the wedding magazine Zexy and captured the hearts of many couples.

Featuring a simple arrangement centered on acoustic guitar, it’s often used for opening movies, the bride and groom’s entrances and exits, and the bouquet presentation to parents.

How about considering it as BGM to color the moving moments of your wedding?