[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 Shine with Western Music BGM! Recommended Western Wedding Songs (51–60)

Hold My HandMichael Jackson

Michael Jackson – Hold My Hand (Duet with Akon) (Official Video) ft. Akon

Hold My HandMichael Jackson

Although he sadly passed away, this is a song by the legendary King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

The track “Hold My Hand” is a poppy, happy R&B number that sings of a great love: no matter what happens, if you hold my hand, you have nothing to worry about.

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Ave MariaBeyoncé

Beyonce – Ave Maria

Ave MariaBeyoncé

When it comes to a songstress whose global fame and popularity are so great that an introduction as a former member of Destiny’s Child is unnecessary, it has to be Beyoncé.

“Ave Maria” is a classic choice for weddings and is usually performed in a classical style, but her version is also a hidden gem that I highly recommend.

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Without You ft. UsherDavid Guetta

David Guetta – Without You ft. Usher (Official Video)

Without You ft. UsherDavid Guetta

This upbeat dance tune is also great for profile videos and exit scenes.

Its fun vibe will lift the whole venue, and since the song repeatedly expresses “It has to be you,” it lets you create a warm, passionate atmosphere without feeling overbearing—perfect for a fun wedding.

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LuckyJason Mraz & Colbie Caillat

Jason Mraz – Lucky (feat. Colbie Caillat) [Official Video] [HD Remaster]

LuckyJason Mraz & Colbie Caillat

Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat’s “Lucky” may be familiar to many people, as it was covered in the popular overseas TV drama Glee.

True to its title, the song gently sings about being “lucky” to have met one’s destined person and “lucky” to have fallen in love.

The lyric that says you’re “lucky” as long as you have that special someone is uplifting even in tough times!

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[2025] Brighten Up Your Wedding with Western Music BGM! Recommended English-Language Wedding Songs (61–70)

Dancing QueenABBA

ABBA – Dancing Queen (Official Music Video)

Dancing QueenABBA

It’s a well-known classic by ABBA.

As the title “Dancing Queen” suggests, it has an upbeat, high-energy vibe throughout.

It’s perfect for pumping up the mood or for dance events.

If you’re using it at a wedding, I’d recommend playing it during the entertainment segment or the cake-cutting.

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Eternal FlameThe Bangles

The Bangles – Eternal Flame (Official Video)

Eternal FlameThe Bangles

One of the classic ballads by the Bangles, a girl band emblematic of the 1980s, is Eternal Flame.

Its beautiful melody and sweet, wistful vocals create a gentle, intimate atmosphere.

Although it’s an older song, it remains a popular choice for wedding background music even today.

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All of MeJohn Legend

John Legend – All of Me (Official Video)

All of MeJohn Legend

A song that straightforwardly tells you, from the bottom of the heart, “I love you completely; let’s begin our life together.” The piano and soothing vocals overlap with a tender melancholy, letting a deep love gently spread through your heart.

It’s included on the 2013 album Love in Future.

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