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)
Precious LoveEXILE ATSUSHI
Precious Love is ATSUSHI’s first solo wedding song, written and composed by ATSUSHI himself.
The music video starring Suzu Hirose, which ties in with the commercial for the wedding magazine Zexy, also became a hot topic.
ATSUSHI’s clear vocals are heartbreaking, yet it’s also a powerful song filled with the resolve to make his fiancée happy and to protect her.
If you play it as wedding BGM, everyone is sure to be moved while being soothed by ATSUSHI’s voice.
Eternal LoveEXILE TAKAHIRO
EXILE TAKAHIRO’s “Eternal Love” is a supreme love ballad that sings of unwavering devotion to the one you hold dearest.
Its love-filled lyrics, which tie in with the title’s meaning of “immortal love,” pierce the heart.
With a tone that’s neither too subdued nor too lively, it pairs perfectly with any wedding reception production.
It’s sure to further elevate the loving, grateful atmosphere of the venue.
It also comes highly recommended as a musical gift from the groom to the bride!
MiracleGReeeeN
GReeeeN’s “Kiseki” carries a dual meaning: the “miracle” of meeting the one you love on this vast earth, and the “trajectory” of love the two of you will walk from here on.
Its lyrics, which depict how small acts of love become a bond that ties two people strongly together and the desire to stay by each other’s side for life no matter what happens, are perfect for a couple’s new beginning.
How about adding it to your production as the theme song for the day—one that looks back on everything from your first meeting to your wedding and vows to share the life ahead?
A Farewell SongHilcrhyme
This song is a popular choice for profile-introduction slides at wedding receptions.
I can’t listen to it without tears anymore.
Every lyric expands with precious memories and overflowing love.
It feels like a song that carries feelings for someone dear you can no longer meet, and also gives a gentle push to those who can’t move forward.
It’s also a track that showcases Hilcrhyme’s talent.
Please play it, filled with thoughts for many people, as the soundtrack to a new start in life.
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.
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.
