[2025] Make Your Wedding Shine with Western Music BGM! Recommended English-Language Wedding Songs

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We’re introducing some recommended Western songs for your wedding BGM! If you’re a couple who loves Western music, you’ll want to make your reception feel like “you” by using Western tracks throughout.

That said, if you switch out every track for each scene and for background conversations, you’ll end up needing a dozen or more songs.

Your favorite songs might not always suit a celebratory occasion, and choosing can be tough… So for those dealing with that dilemma, we’ve put together a list of Western songs that work well across various wedding moments.

We focused our research on recent hits, including the latest tracks, and we also introduce timeless classics in the latter half—so you’re sure to get compliments on your great taste.

Use this article as a guide to help you create a wedding that’s brimming with your unique personalities!

[2025] Brighten Up Your Wedding with Western Music BGM! Recommended Foreign Wedding Songs (71–80)

Best of My LoveThe Emotions

The Emotions – Best of My Love (Official Audio)

Best of My LoveThe Emotions

The chorus group formed by the Hutchinson sisters that energized disco music is The Emotions.

Their massive hit—and signature song—is Best of My Love.

Featuring the dynamic, beautiful gospel-rooted harmonies paired with a pop melody, it’s an irresistibly funky track that instantly brightens the mood of any venue.

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DaydreaminAriana Grande

Ariana Grande – “Daydreamin'” (Live in Los Angeles 9-9-13)

DaydreaminAriana Grande

This is the song “Daydreamin’,” released in 2013 by the hugely popular, charismatic pop singer Ariana Grande.

Its slightly retro arrangement, reminiscent of 1950s American music, gives it a romantic feel! It’s a track that suits her clear, soaring vocals very well.

It’s included on the album “Yours Truly.”

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Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall

KT Tunstall – Suddenly I See (Larger Than Life Version)

Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall

This song is famous for being used in the movie The Devil Wears Prada and the TV series Ugly Betty.

It portrays a beautiful, strong woman and sings about admiration from one woman to another.

It’s a bright track that’s perfect for welcoming guests or for exit scenes.

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[2025] Make Your Wedding Sparkle with Western Music BGM! Recommended Western Wedding Songs (81–90)

Marry YouBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – Marry You (Lyric Video)

Marry YouBruno Mars

Needless to say, it’s a famous wedding song.

It’s super upbeat and just listening to it makes you feel excited.

The straightforward, straight-to-the-heart lyrics are a bit pop and light, but they fill you with happiness.

It’s widely used and loved in flash mobs by many people both in Japan and abroad.

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Lovin’ YouJanet Kay

Janet Kay ／ LOVIN’ YOU

Lovin' YouJanet Kay

“Loving You” was originally one of Minnie Riperton’s big hit songs.

So you may know it for her signature high tones, but the cover version by reggae singer Janet Kay also became a major hit.

It’s a track with a comfortably laid-back reggae rhythm that’s perfect for moments when you want to ease tension—in a good way.

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Let It BeThe Beatles

The Beatles – Let It Be – Let It Be (STEREO REMASTERED)

Let It BeThe Beatles

It’s the famous song “Let It Be” by the well-known British rock band, The Beatles.

The song has a solemn, reverent atmosphere.

Since it features an organ, it would be perfect as a wedding processional, wouldn’t it? With this song, your family and relatives will know it too, so everyone can be moved together! It’s a track I especially recommend for music-savvy couples.

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Quit your lifeMxPx

MxPx – Quit Your Life

Quit your lifeMxPx

The title “Quit your life” means “let go of your life,” in other words, “I want you to be mine.” It’s a classic song that depicts a proposal scene.

The lyrics, which sing “After a long journey, I’ve finally made it to you,” are dramatic and moving.

It’s a song you’ll want to use at the climax of a wedding or in the most exciting moment.

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