Recommended Western pop coming-of-age songs for weddings and wedding receptions
There are many milestones in life where we put a period at the end of our “youth.” Maybe there are so many because it’s actually hard to bring youth to a close.
That said, marriage is probably one of the most powerful events for drawing a firm line under youth.
Here, we’ve gathered a collection of youth songs that are perfect for such life milestones.
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Recommended Western youth songs for weddings and receptions (31–40)
Be My Forever (feat. Ed Sheeran)Christina Perri
This is a song from Christina Perri’s album “Head or Heart,” performed together with Ed Sheeran.
The way Christina and Ed’s voices blend seamlessly is captivating.
If you play it as background music before the wedding reception begins, it’s sure to create a warm atmosphere in the venue.
Fallin’ For YouColbie Caillat
It’s a song by American singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat, released in 2009.
It sings about the feelings of falling in love, and Colbie’s gentle voice and soothing sound are comforting.
If you play this song at your wedding reception, it might bring back memories of those nostalgic moments when you two first fell in love.
A Sky Full Of StarsColdplay
When it comes to uplifting, emotional anthems for weddings and receptions, how about this Coldplay track? Its breezy EDM sound, gentle acoustic guitar, and warm vocals will fill everyone with a happy, peaceful feeling.
Lovers In JapanColdplay
This is a song from Coldplay’s album “Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends.” The title includes “Japan,” and Japanese cities appear in the lyrics, which makes it feel familiar.
The tack piano intro is beautiful, and the quintessential Coldplay sound feels cleansing.
It would make a great BGM choice for memorable scenes, such as a video message at a wedding reception.
Like A StarCorinne Bailey Rae
It’s the debut single by British singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae, included on her album “Corinne Bailey Rae.” Corinne’s cute yet soulful voice is like the murmur of a clear stream, evoking happy memories of childhood and youth.
The lyrics are also perfect for weddings and wedding receptions.
Recommended Western youth songs for weddings and receptions (41–50)
Love Can Move MountainsCéline Dion
It’s a song released by Celine Dion in 1992.
Listening to Celine’s magnificent vocals and the beautiful gospel chorus fills you with a sense of contentment, and if it’s played at a wedding ceremony or reception, not only the bride and groom but all the guests are sure to feel even more uplifted.
If you play this song at the wedding or reception and everyone shares in the happiness, it will undoubtedly make for an absolutely wonderful wedding.
I’m the One ft. Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper, Lil WayneDJ Khaled
This is a track by American DJ, DJ Khaled, featuring Justin Bieber and three American rappers: Quavo, Chance the Rapper, and Lil Wayne.
It’s characterized by a wave-like, swaying sound and is recommended for casual summer weddings and receptions.
It would also be fun to use as background music when performing a skit or presentation as a friend of the groom who shared his youth.