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.

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.

Best FriendKiroro

Kiroro 「Best Friend」 Music Video (Short ver.)

It’s famous as a classic graduation song, but I think it would also be perfect for weddings and receptions.

It works whether the couple themselves sing it or friends perform it as part of the program—either way, it will fill the venue with a warm atmosphere.

Unlike love songs that focus solely on romance, this one lets you express a different kind of “love”—the fondness that comes with friendship, not just romantic feelings.

Lion HeartSMAP

Lion Heart – SMAP (cover)

It’s a well-known classic by SMAP.

As the groom delivers this gentle ballad, spontaneous clapping will likely start from those around.

Each member’s solo part is also one of the highlights.

You can imagine a scene where everyone comes together and feels warm at heart.

bouquetback number

Bouquet – back number (Full)

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.