Popular Western Wedding Songs Ranking [2025]

I’ll Be ThereThe Jackson 578rank/position

Jackson 5-I’ll Be There

One of the signature songs by the R&B brother group The Jackson 5—also famous for having a young Michael Jackson as a member—is “I’ll Be There.” Michael’s gentle, clear vocals, the beautiful harmonies, and the lyrics pledging deep love make it a perfect track for a moving wedding ceremony.

Diet PepsiAddison Rae79rank/position

Addison Rae – Diet Pepsi (Official Video)

A song that vividly captures the fleeting nature of youth and romance is gaining attention as a wedding entrance track.

Addison Rae’s captivating vocals blend with a lively, catchy beat to express the thrill and purity of love.

Released by Columbia Records in August 2024, the track also achieved commercial success, peaking at No.

54 on the Billboard Hot 100.

It’s an ideal choice for weddings to create an atmosphere brimming with youth and hope as couples embark on a new chapter of life.

Close to youCarpenters80rank/position

[They Long To Be] Close To You

With its sweet, wistful vocals and resonant piano tones, this song stands as a monumental love ballad.

It’s a classic that fits perfectly across many wedding moments—processional, cake cutting, intermission, or recessional.

Released by the Carpenters in March 2023, it expresses deep love and gratitude, warmly embracing every listener.

The lyrics, which sing of feelings for a cherished person, will touch not only the bride and groom but also the hearts of all guests.

It’s the ideal song for couples who want to reaffirm their love at the life milestone that is their wedding.

Go The DistanceMichael Bolton81rank/position

Go The Distance – Hercules – Shawn Hook & KHS

Michael Bolton’s “Go the Distance” is a ballad with a grand, sweeping melody whose lyrics convey persevering through any hardship and moving forward with hope without giving in to life.

The song serves as the theme for Disney’s 1997 animated film Hercules.

If We Hold On TogetherDiana Ross82rank/position

If We Hold On Together

It’s a moving ballad that celebrates the power of hope and unity.

Diana Ross’s warm vocals give us the courage to overcome hardships.

Originally produced as the theme song for the 1988 animated film “The Land Before Time,” it was later included on her 1991 album “The Force Behind the Power.” It gained worldwide popularity and became a major hit in Japan, selling over 450,000 copies in 1990.

It’s also perfect as wedding or reception background music—an ideal song for moments when you want to join hands with someone special and share hope for the future.

Highly recommended for those who wish to renew their resolve to walk the path of life together with the one they love.

Wild ChildEnya83rank/position

Enya – Wild Child (Official Video)

When it comes to soothing Western music, I recommend Enya, the songstress from Ireland.

I think her songs will enhance the solemn and mystical atmosphere of weddings and receptions.

One of her songs was also used as the theme for the film ‘Between Calmness and Passion.

‘ It’s a moving piece.

Can’t take my eyes off youBoys Town Gang84rank/position

Boys Town Gang – Can’t take my eyes off you

The Boys Town Gang’s 1982 release of “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” creates a special atmosphere when it’s played at weddings.

This song, which took Europe’s disco scene by storm at the time, is still loved by many and is perfect for celebratory wedding moments.

Their cover preserves the charm of Frankie Valli’s original while infusing it with a fresh disco sound, setting a mood that naturally brings smiles to guests’ faces.

Carried by Boys Town Gang’s powerful performance, a fitting energy for a new beginning spreads warmly throughout the room.

If you’re unsure about wedding background music, I recommend this classic!