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

StargazingMyles Smith

Myles Smith – Stargazing (Lyric Video)

StargazingMyles Smith

Stargazing, released on May 10, 2024 by Texas-born musician Miles Smith, is a moving track that’s currently breaking out, especially on the US charts.

It expresses deep love and an eternal bond, poignantly portraying a romantic moment in which one finds the future in a partner’s eyes.

Set to a beautiful melody, it sings of a profound connection and trust between two people who love each other to the core—an instant classic that resonates with listeners.

This soulful pop tune, highlighted by Miles’s striking vocals, is also perfect as wedding music to celebrate life’s milestones with a loved one.

Played during a ceremony where vows of eternal love are exchanged, it’s sure to elevate the emotion of the moment.

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Lift Me UpRihanna

Rihanna – Lift Me Up (From Black Panther: Wakanda Forever)

Lift Me UpRihanna

A moving power ballad that conveys warmth and strength in Rihanna’s voice is featured on the soundtrack of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

Her first new song in six years, Lift Me Up is a special track dedicated to Chadwick Boseman, who passed away in 2020.

Its lyrics, filled with the sorrow of losing a loved one and the longing for reunion, gently resonate with listeners as a grand love song in a broader sense.

Played at a wedding, it’s sure to convey the couple’s deep bond and their gratitude to guests.

It’s a perfect song for a special day when you vow eternal love.

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What I Like About YouJonas Blue ft. Theresa Rex

Jonas Blue – What I Like About You ft. Theresa Rex (Official Video)

What I Like About YouJonas Blue ft. Theresa Rex

A June wedding with a hint of summer in the air is perfect for productions that use outdoor venues like open terraces.

This popular track by tropical house hitmaker Jonas Blue became a global hit.

While he previously focused on floor-fillers, shifting his stage to a more pop-oriented audience truly allowed his talent to blossom.

Isn’t it the ideal sound for a bright, celebratory moment that makes everyone happy? The message fits perfectly, too.

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As It WasHarry Styles

Harry Styles – As It Was (Official Video)

As It WasHarry Styles

“As It Was,” the lead single from British singer-songwriter Harry Styles’s 2022 album “Harry’s House,” is a standout hit that came to define the year.

Many will recognize Styles’s mellow vocals paired with a polished synth-pop sound.

Drawn from his own experiences—adapting to a post-pandemic reality and grappling with loneliness and fame—the song was named one of 2022’s best tracks by numerous music outlets.

While some say it reflects his relationship with Olivia Wilde, it’s also a song that would surely resonate with many guests as wedding background music.

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Shut Up and DanceWalk the Moon

WALK THE MOON – Shut Up and Dance (Official Video)

Shut Up and DanceWalk the Moon

It’s “Shut Up and Dance,” a song released in 2014 by the American pop band WALK THE MOON.

It’s an upbeat dance number that gets listeners excited.

The vocals by Nicholas Petricca are so strong that you might think of a second Maroon 5.

This track is included on the album TALKING IS HARD.

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SymphonyImagine Dragons

Imagine Dragons – Symphony (Official Visualizer)

SymphonyImagine Dragons

“Symphony” is a song by the popular American band Imagine Dragons, released in July 2022.

It was a lead single from their sixth album, Mercury – Acts 1 & 2, and features lyrics that memorably liken life and love to a symphony.

While depicting affection for oneself and those around them—especially family—it expresses both the uncertainty and the beauty of life.

The instruments that appear symbolize the diversity of human relationships and life, hinting at music’s comfort and strength.

With its melodic sound and highly meaningful lyrics, it’s a work that resonates with listeners.

It’s also recommended as wedding background music, perfect for scenes that convey gratitude to family and guests.

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[2025] Make Your Wedding Sparkle with Western Music BGM! Recommended Western Wedding Songs (21–30)

A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton

Vanessa Carlton – A Thousand Miles

A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton

This is the song “A Thousand Miles,” released in 2002 by Vanessa Carlton, an American singer-songwriter and pianist.

Its beautiful piano melody truly captivates the heart and ear! It’s a refreshing, free-spirited track that feels like taking a drive.

It’s included on the album Be Not Nobody.

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