[2026] Brighten your wedding with Western music BGM! Recommended English-language wedding songs

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We’re introducing some recommended Western songs for your wedding BGM! If you’re a couple who loves Western music, you’ll want to make your reception feel like “you” by using Western tracks throughout.

That said, if you switch out every track for each scene and for background conversations, you’ll end up needing a dozen or more songs.

Your favorite songs might not always suit a celebratory occasion, and choosing can be tough… So for those dealing with that dilemma, we’ve put together a list of Western songs that work well across various wedding moments.

We focused our research on recent hits, including the latest tracks, and we also introduce timeless classics in the latter half—so you’re sure to get compliments on your great taste.

Use this article as a guide to help you create a wedding that’s brimming with your unique personalities!

[2026] Brighten Your Wedding with Western Music BGM! Recommended Western Wedding Songs (71–80)

I’ll Make Love To YouBoyz II Men

Boyz II Men – I’ll Make Love To You (Official Music Video)

I'll Make Love To YouBoyz II Men

Boyz II Men’s R&B track “I’ll Make Love to You” is one of the sweetest ballads in their catalog.

Both the lyrics—promising “I’ll love you the way you want”—and the harmonies are incredibly sweet and romantic.

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Marry YouBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – Marry You (Lyric Video)

Marry YouBruno Mars

Needless to say, it’s a famous wedding song.

It’s super upbeat and just listening to it makes you feel excited.

The straightforward, straight-to-the-heart lyrics are a bit pop and light, but they fill you with happiness.

It’s widely used and loved in flash mobs by many people both in Japan and abroad.

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Lovin’ YouJanet Kay

Janet Kay ／ LOVIN’ YOU

Lovin' YouJanet Kay

“Loving You” was originally one of Minnie Riperton’s big hit songs.

So you may know it for her signature high tones, but the cover version by reggae singer Janet Kay also became a major hit.

It’s a track with a comfortably laid-back reggae rhythm that’s perfect for moments when you want to ease tension—in a good way.

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[2026] Make Your Wedding Sparkle with Western Music BGM! Recommended English-Language Wedding Songs (81–90)

Here’s to Never Growing UpAvril Lavigne

Avril Lavigne – Here’s to Never Growing Up (Official Video)

Here’s to Never Growing UpAvril Lavigne

This pop-rock number is memorable for its lyrics celebrating eternal youth and its catchy melody.

Avril Lavigne’s powerful vocals brilliantly capture both the joy of reveling in youth and a spirit of defiance.

Released in April 2013, the track drew attention as the lead single from Lavigne’s fifth studio album.

It reached No.

20 on the Billboard charts and sold over 2.5 million copies worldwide.

It was especially popular in Asia, topping the charts in many countries.

It’s a perfect song for anyone who wants to stay young at heart or feels like escaping the routines of adulthood for a while.

It also makes a wonderful choice for wedding background music, highlighting the youthful energy of the bride and groom.

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A Whole New WorldZAYN, Zhavia Ward

ZAYN, Zhavia Ward – A Whole New World (End Title) (From “Aladdin”)

A Whole New WorldZAYN, Zhavia Ward

A classic Disney duet song.

The arrangement is done in a very modern R&B style, so it’s highly recommended for anyone who likes a contemporary vibe.

As you know, this is the ending theme of the live-action Aladdin, and it created quite a buzz when it aired.

Among its many versions, the original is the most popular, but if you want to stand out from the crowd, this one is a great pick.

If you’re confident in your skills, I also recommend performing it as a duet with your spouse—I’ve seen it done before!

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Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall

KT Tunstall – Suddenly I See (Larger Than Life Version)

Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall

This song is famous for being used in the movie The Devil Wears Prada and the TV series Ugly Betty.

It portrays a beautiful, strong woman and sings about admiration from one woman to another.

It’s a bright track that’s perfect for welcoming guests or for exit scenes.

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IrisGoo Goo Dolls

Goo Goo Dolls – Iris [Official Music Video] [4K Remaster]

IrisGoo Goo Dolls

A gem-like rock ballad that tells a sweeping love story of an angel with eternal life who chooses love for a human woman and gives up immortality.

Woven by the Goo Goo Dolls, its melody—both heartrending and powerful—continues to resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in April 1998, the song was written for the soundtrack of the film City of Angels and was also included on the album Dizzy Up the Girl.

It spent 18 consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Airplay chart, and its universal message of love and self-sacrifice captured hearts around the world.

In the moment of celebrating the bride and groom’s new beginning, the pure power of this song’s love will gently embrace the entire venue.

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