[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] Make Your Wedding Glamorous with Western Music BGM! Recommended Western Wedding Songs (1–10)

I Like You (A Happier Song) w. Doja CatPost Malone

Post Malone – I Like You (A Happier Song) w. Doja Cat [Official Music Video]

I Like You (A Happier Song) w. Doja CatPost Malone

The first collaboration between Post Malone and Doja Cat—artists who transcend the boundaries of pop, rap, and R&B—is a happy song brimming with a bright, positive vibe.

The lyrics, which breezily sing about their affection for each other and wanting to spend time together, make it perfect as wedding background music.

Released in June 2022, the track became a global hit, peaking at No.

3 on the Billboard Hot 100.

In the music video, Post Malone paints a colorful portrait of Doja and they frolic in a flower field—scenes that leave a strong impression.

It’s a track that warmly conveys the charm of their relationship, which began as a friendship.

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Here With Med4vd

[Japanese MV] d4vd – Here With Me / David

Here With Med4vd

“Here With Me” by d4vd, a talented American singer-songwriter born in 2005, is a perfect song for weddings.

It’s a love song woven with lyrics of remarkable depth for a 17-year-old, adding a romantic touch to any wedding scene.

Self-produced and released on an independent label, the track gained attention after being featured in a TikTok campaign.

It’s a moving piece that fits various life milestones, making it an excellent choice for background music on special days like honeymoons and anniversaries.

Be sure to check out the music video as well, which lends itself to multiple interpretations.

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At My Worst (feat. Kehlani)Pink Sweat$

Pink Sweat$ – At My Worst (feat. Kehlani) [Official Video]

At My Worst (feat. Kehlani)Pink Sweat$

At My Worst, a song by singer-songwriter Pink Sweat$ from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is included on his debut album Pink Planet, released in February 2021.

The track expresses devotion to someone who accepts him completely, weaknesses and flaws included.

Pink’s emotive vocals and Kehlani’s clear, airy voice blend into a moving R&B ballad that resonates with listeners.

The song carries a strong message: because no one is perfect, it’s important to care for and support one another.

It’s also a perfect choice for wedding background music, beautifully expressing the strength of a couple’s bond.

A deeply moving piece, fitting for a ceremony where eternal love is pledged.

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[2025] Brighten Your Wedding with Western Music BGM! Recommended English-Language Wedding Songs (11–20)

ARTTyla

Tyla – ART (Official Music Video)

ARTTyla

Tyla is a talented singer-songwriter from South Africa who is gaining worldwide attention.

“Art,” a track from her 2024 album TYLA, is a song brimming with her astounding talent.

She sees herself as a source of artistic inspiration and encourages listeners to express themselves freely.

While the sound—skillfully blending Amapiano and R&B—may still be unfamiliar to many in Japan, its refined production and passionate yet comfortable tones are incredibly stylish and would surely elevate a tastefully curated wedding.

The lyrics, such as “I’m a part of your art,” are superb as well, making it a great recommendation for weddings between creatives!

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Everything Has Changed (ft. Ed Sheeran)Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Everything Has Changed ft. Ed Sheeran

Everything Has Changed (ft. Ed Sheeran)Taylor Swift

As a perfect song choice for a wedding, I recommend the collaboration between Taylor Swift and the UK-born Ed Sheeran.

It’s a charming ballad featuring the duo’s seamless harmonies and warm melodies, with lyrics that capture the thrilling uncertainty and hopeful expectations of a new romance born from a life-changing encounter.

It carefully portrays two people who long to truly get to know each other.

Included on the album Red and released with a music video, the track received high praise from critics and won numerous music awards.

Paired with its pure-love storyline in the video, I think it’s an ideal song for a wedding opening or end credits.

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Leave the Door OpenSilk Sonic

Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic – Leave the Door Open [Official Video]

Leave the Door OpenSilk Sonic

A landmark debut track from Silk Sonic that elevates the finest retro soul sound for today! Two of America’s top artists, Bruno Mars and Anderson .

Paak, carry on the tradition of classic Philly soul while captivating listeners with witty lyrics and groove-filled performances.

The stylish music video, evoking the 1970s, is also a must-see.

With its sweet, “the door’s always open” vibe, this love song is a perfect pick to brighten up any wedding as a celebratory wedding tune!

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PerfectEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Perfect (Official Music Video)

PerfectEd Sheeran

Perfect, which Ed Sheeran wrote for his longtime friend from high school and now wife Cherry Seaborn, is a love song whose simple lyrics and melody gently let his deep affection seep through.

It tells a universally relatable love story—about two people who met when they were young, the hardships they’ve overcome, and a bond that deepens over time.

In particular, the chorus line, “Baby, I’m dancing in the dark, with you between my arms,” conveys the idea that the greatest happiness is found in the everyday moments spent with someone you love.

Released in 2017, it became a social phenomenon and a massive hit, topping charts across many countries, and it’s highly recommended as wedding background music.

A pure and profound ode to love, this song is, in my view, a perfect choice for the moment you vow eternal love.

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