Recommended Western pop coming-of-age songs for weddings and wedding receptions

So This Is LoveIlene Woods,Mike Douglas

So This Is Love (from Cinderella)

It’s the duet song Cinderella sings while dancing with the prince, after being magically dressed up, in Disney’s animated film Cinderella.

The Japanese title is “Kore ga Koi Kashira,” which corresponds to “So This Is Love.” Many people probably dreamed of attending a ball after seeing that scene.

It’s a great choice if you want to create a romantic atmosphere at a wedding or reception.

Part Of Your WorldJodi Benson

Jodi Benson – Part of Your World (From “The Little Mermaid”)

A song from Disney’s animated film The Little Mermaid.

It’s a dramatic piece in which the mermaid Ariel sings about her longing for an unknown world.

Using it as BGM for a wedding ceremony or reception will evoke a sense of a new beginning.

There’s also a cover version by popular pop singer Carly Rae Jepsen, so be sure to check that out as well!

I See The LightMandy Moore & Zachary Levi

Mandy Moore & Zachary Levi (Ost.Tangled/Rapunzel) – I See The Light

It’s the song performed in the romantic scene from Disney’s animated film Tangled, where Rapunzel and Flynn are in a boat watching the floating lanterns.

The Japanese title is “Kagayaku Mirai” (I See the Light).

It’s also perfect as background music for wedding ceremonies or candle-lighting at receptions.

Remember Me ft. Natalia LafourcadeMiguel

Miguel – Remember Me (Dúo) (From “Coco”/Official Lyric Video) ft. Natalia Lafourcade

If you want to express your gratitude at a wedding, reception, or to your family, how about this song—the theme from Pixar’s animated film “Coco,” which won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2017? The Japanese dubbed version was cheerfully arranged by Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, but the original is more subdued.

Never Knew I NeededNe-Yo

Ne-Yo – Never Knew I Needed

It’s a love song I’d like to give to a career woman bride.

It’s the ending theme of Disney’s animated film The Princess and the Frog.

The heroine, Tiana, working hard while dreaming of running her own restaurant, was so cool.

For a surprise from the groom to the bride at a wedding or reception, it’s perfect.

Last Train HomePat Metheny Group

Last Train Home

It was used as the ending theme for the anime JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 3: Stardust Crusaders.

It has a slightly nostalgic feel.

If you use it as background music when seeing guests off after the wedding ceremony and reception, it might let everyone savor the lingering afterglow of a wonderful event.

I Want YouSavage Garden

Savage Garden – I Want You (Official Video)

It was used as the ending theme for the anime JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 4: Diamond Is Unbreakable.

It’s upbeat but doesn’t interfere with conversation, so I think it would be stylish as background music during a wedding or reception cocktail hour.