Recommended for 2026 weddings! A collection of classic songs by female Western artists
If you’re a fan of Western music, you probably want to use your favorite classic tracks as BGM for important events.
And when it comes to a major life event like a wedding, you’ll want to be extra careful in selecting the songs you use.
With that in mind, this article introduces a curated list of classic and popular female-vocal tracks—including the latest hits—that fit a variety of wedding scenes, all under the theme of Western music.
Since it’s not uncommon in Western music for a beloved love song to actually be a breakup song, we’ve also included reviews that touch on the lyrics.
Enjoy!
Playlist
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | From The StartLaufey |  play_arrow | A jazz-pop classic that portrays aching, bittersweet love |
| 2 | I Choose YouKiana Ledé |  play_arrow | Kiana Ledé’s love song “I Choose You” |
| 3 | Dance The NightDua Lipa |  play_arrow | Dua Lipa, a disco-style singer |
| 4 | happy imUMI |  play_arrow | UMI’s soothing R&B sings of happiness and love |
| 5 | ARTTyla |  play_arrow | A love song that shines with Taira’s charm |
| 6 | Baby IAriana Grande |  play_arrow | Ariana Grande’s Popularity and Growth |
| 7 | Love StoryTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | Taylor Swift shines in pop music |
| 8 | LuckyRaveena |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of new love and maturity |
| 9 | SnoozeSZA |  play_arrow | SZA’s “Snooze” is a passionate love song |
| 10 | Me & UTems |  play_arrow | Thames’s Song of Self-Discovery and Faith |
| 11 | LuckyErika de Casier |  play_arrow | A happy song that sings about the power of love and connection |
| 12 | In Your HandsHalle |  play_arrow | Halle Bailey releases an emotional new song |
| 13 | (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural WomanAretha Franklin |  play_arrow | Aretha, the Queen of Soul’s classic, The Power of Love |
| 14 | Marry MeMeghan Trainor |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of love and wishes for marriage |
| 15 | At LastEtta James |  play_arrow | Etta James’s classic song that sings of eternal love |
| 16 | I Wanna Dance With SomebodyWhitney Houston |  play_arrow | An inspiring masterpiece that portrays love and joy |
| 17 | Not Even the KingAlicia Keys |  play_arrow | A ballad by Alicia Keys that sings about the value of love and trust |
| 18 | Everything’s Gonna Be AlrightSweetbox |  play_arrow | A rap hit with a classical melody |
| 19 | Lift Me UpRihanna |  play_arrow | Rihanna, the superstar’s new song debuts |
| 20 | Lovin’YouMinnie Riperton |  play_arrow | The classic song with a beautiful high-tone voice, “Lovin’ You” |
| 21 | Sweet LoveAnita Baker |  play_arrow | Anita Baker’s heartwarming love classic |
| 22 | Always Remember Us This WayLady Gaga |  play_arrow | A love story, Gaga’s singing voice resonates in the heart |
| 23 | Dear Future HusbandMeghan Trainor |  play_arrow | Megan Trainor’s solo debut song |
| 24 | Top of the WorldCarpenters |  play_arrow | The Carpenters’ signature song “Top of the World” |
| 25 | Kiss MeSixpence None The Richer |  play_arrow | "Kiss Me" is a classic hit song from the '90s. |
| 26 | Love Me Like You DoEllie Goulding |  play_arrow | Ellie Goulding’s moving love song |
| 27 | Love On TopBeyoncé |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings gratitude for love |
| 28 | IrisGoo Goo Dolls |  play_arrow | A moving song by an angel offering eternal love |
| 29 | ShallowLady Gaga, Bradley Cooper |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring love duet, a song of the soul |
| 30 | I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston |  play_arrow | A timeless classic that sings of eternal love, resonating in the heart. |
| 31 | You Raise Me UpCeltic Woman |  play_arrow | A moving piece made famous by Shizuka Arakawa's performance |
| 32 | Always Be My BabyMariah Carey |  play_arrow | A classic hit from the ’90s, a song by Mariah Carey |
| 33 | If I Ain’t Got YouAlicia Keys |  play_arrow | Alicia Keys’ soul-stirring hit song |
| 34 | Keep Holding OnAvril Lavigne |  play_arrow | Avril Lavigne’s classic song “Keep Holding On” |
| 35 | UnconditionallyKaty Perry |  play_arrow | Great songs you can use at Katy Perry’s wedding |
| 36 | Die With YouBeyoncé |  play_arrow | Love song of the super-popular singers Beyoncé and Jay-Z |
| 37 | Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | Canada's smash hit song 'Call Me Maybe' |