Recommended sad songs for weddings and receptions: moving masterpieces and popular tracks
A wedding day is a special, celebratory occasion, and for the parents of the bride and groom, it can be a source of pride while also bringing a touch of sadness.
This time, we’ve gathered a selection of melancholic Japanese songs that suit such a wedding setting.
Feel free to use them as background music or for a performance.
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Sad songs recommended for weddings and receptions: moving masterpieces and popular tracks (41–50)
AnniversaryKinKi Kids
KinKi Kids’ “Anniversary” is a perfect fit for a wedding—a special day for the two of you.
Released in 2004 as their 20th single, it was written by Tetsurō Oda and topped the Oricon Singles Chart for three consecutive weeks.
The lyrics express the miracle of meeting you and the sincere feelings that are hard to put into words.
Even if you’re usually too shy to say it out loud, a wedding is the perfect time to speak from the heart.
It would be moving to have the groom perform “Anniversary” as part of the reception entertainment to convey his feelings to the bride.
Happiness ForeverMISIA
“Shiawase o Forever” resonates with warm words celebrating two people who vow to spend their lives together.
Released in 2013 by MISIA, a singer known for her powerful vocals rooted in jazz and soul, it was also featured in the commercial for the wedding magazine Zexy.
The song depicts scenes from a wedding day, and the words conveying love and gratitude are deeply moving.
It perfectly matches the radiant image of the bride and groom in their wedding dress and tuxedo.
Why not welcome your wedding day with her gentle yet powerful singing?
Shape of LoveMISIA feat.HIDE
There’s no way you wouldn’t be moved to tears by this love song created by MISA and HIDE from GReeeeN.
It became a huge hit as the theme song for the drama “Gibo to Musume no Blues,” and it evokes many forms of love—between lovers, parents and children, friends.
When it’s played at a wedding, it doesn’t just resonate with the bride and groom; everyone ends up thinking of someone precious to them.
MISA’s clear, pure voice makes it all the more moving.
365 daysMr.Children
This song from Mr.Children’s 2010 album “SENSE” is one of their most popular wedding tracks, isn’t it? With lyrics about conveying love every day, 365 days a year, even without words, it feels like a wonderful fit for the couple’s new life together—perhaps even more than an overly sweet love song.
Even if we get married somedayMy Hair is Bad
This is the special wedding song “Itsuka Kekkon Shitemo” (“Even If We Get Married Someday”) from the three-piece rock band My Hair is Bad.
The song is included on their third album, “mothers,” released in 2017.
Within its straightforward lyrics—overflowing with love for someone dear—it conveys the joy and gratitude of sharing the small, everyday moments together.
It’s a piece that delivers the feelings of those who are usually too shy to express them directly.
IvyNovelbright
A warm, affectionate wedding ballad filled with heartfelt congratulations for a friend’s marriage.
It weaves gentle melodies with the happiness found in life with a loved one and the precious bonds that deepen day by day.
In October 2024, it drew attention when it was performed as a surprise at the wedding of two celebrities.
This work captures the depth of love that resides in everyday words, offering comfort and closeness to the listener’s heart.
It’s a perfect song not only for couples embarking on a new chapter, but also for anyone wishing to renew their feelings for someone important.
Its hope-filled vocals for a joyful future are sure to resonate with you.
Orepoze ~My Kind of Love Song~PENGIN
Rather than a wedding song, it’s more like a pre-wedding proposal song, but it’s a popular wedding track often used in couples’ profile videos.
Why are love songs delivered in rap so moving? I know what’s coming, yet the tears still flow… It must be because they convey words we can’t usually say, just as they are, straight from the heart.
The bride won’t be able to listen without tears.