Popular wedding songs by generation
No matter how old you are, a wedding is something many women dream of.
“I want to use that song,” “I want this kind of ceremony”—those wishes are endless, aren’t they?
But the atmosphere people want from a ceremony differs by generation, and naturally, the choice of BGM changes as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce the perfect wedding songs for each generation, from teens to those in their 60s.
It’s recommended for anyone who wants to find songs that suit them, is curious about what kind of BGM is commonly used, or wants to compare tracks by generation.
If you have a wedding coming up, be sure to use this as a reference!
Top 10 wedding songs popular among people in their 20s
Must-know classic songs!
For many of you in your twenties, weddings are probably starting to feel more real. Here, I’d like to introduce some classic wedding songs that everyone uses. If you’re ever stuck choosing music, these are foolproof picks. Be sure to check them out!
lovin’Mrs. GREEN APPLE
One standout track with a refreshing, upbeat sound is “lovin’.” It’s included on Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s 2019 album Attitude and was chosen as the theme song for Mezamashi Doyoubi.
The song sings of a life lived alone and the love nurtured with a precious person met along the way.
Its worldview makes it perfect for weddings, and I think it’s an ideal choice for two people embarking on a new life together.
Dear BrideKana Nishino
Perfect for those who want to make their entrance with a feminine ballad! This song truly conveys the special atmosphere of a wedding.
While ballads are often used from the second verse, with this one, I’d love to play it from the very beginning, using the gentle melody to walk slowly up to the head table.
Familiasumika
If you’re looking for an upbeat, feel-good entrance song, sumika’s “Familia” is a top pick! It’s a wedding song themed around family, and even the intro features vocal phrases that evoke wedding bells.
Just hearing the first line sets a wedding mood, making it perfect for the bride and groom’s entrance.
A future we create togetherKetsumeishi
From the title alone, Ketsumeishi’s “Kimi to Tsukuru Mirai” is perfect for two people standing at the start of a new chapter in life.
It’s an ideal number for a scene celebrating a couple’s happiness as they marry and nurture their future together.
The song, which expresses gratitude for having met and the excitement and anticipation of moving forward into the future together, matches wonderfully when used for the wedding entrance.
Its positive lyrics, like a declaration of the couple’s intent, also seem to convey their feelings of thanks to the guests who have come to celebrate.
Use this wedding staple to make your ceremony even more exciting.
DramaC&K
C&K’s “Drama,” with its exciting, get-up-and-run opening that really draws you in, is perfect for happy occasions like weddings.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Survival Wedding,” it’s naturally been used at many real weddings as well.
Weddings have many different scenes, but this track would truly shine during the entrance.
The moment the bride and groom—the stars of the day—open the doors and walk in, if this energetic number starts playing, the applause and celebratory mood in the venue will peak.
It’s a positive song that boldly announces the day ahead—and the beginning of a new chapter in the drama of life.
1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfficial HIGE DANDism
Spun with the beautiful metaphor of two people continuing to film a feature-length movie called life, this piece is the perfect wedding song for the moment you renew your resolve to walk forward as a married couple.
Included on Official HIGE DANDism’s 2018 album Escaparade, it was also chosen as the theme song for the 2020 film Love Me, Love Me Not.
The lyrics, which portray the couple’s shared memories like a self-produced movie, wrap the venue in a warm atmosphere as background music for the entrance scene or a profile video.
It’s a song I’d recommend to those who want to share memories with their guests or once again express their gratitude to their partner.
HeroNamie Amuro
This is a song that was also used as the broadcast theme for NHK’s Rio de Janeiro Olympics and Rio de Janeiro Paralympics.
The moment the music starts, the sense of anticipation builds.
It’s great to make a graceful entrance using the slow-tempo section, and it’s also wonderful to make a dazzling entrance with the chorus after the tempo picks up!