[Western Music] Recommended Wedding Recessional Songs: A Collection of Timeless Classics [2025]

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The scene where the bride and groom make their exit marks the conclusion of the wedding.

It’s the moment they take their first step forward, sent off by their beloved guests.

Have you decided on the perfect song to crown this climactic moment of the reception? Because it’s such an important scene, many people find it hard to choose and can’t quite make up their minds.

In this article, we’ll introduce recommended exit songs, focusing on classic hits from Western music.

Every track is a timeless masterpiece—use this as a reference to help with your song selection.

[Western Music] Recommended Wedding Recessional Songs: A Definitive Collection of Timeless Classics [2025] (41–50)

Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

Owl City & Carly Rae Jepsen – Good Time (Official Video)

Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

The moment the bride and groom make their grand exit and take an important first step.

The perfect song for this joy-filled scene is “Good Time.” Released in 2012 by Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen, the track shot up the charts at an astonishing pace in both the U.

S.

and Canada.

True to its title, the lyrics proclaim “It’s always a good time,” making it ideal for the best day marking a major life milestone.

With its upbeat, catchy melody and party vibe, it’s a great choice for couples who want to wrap up their reception on a bright, fun note.

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Time To Say GoodbyeSarah Brightman

Sarah Brightman “Time To Say Goodbye (2003 Version)”

Time To Say GoodbyeSarah Brightman

At the special moment of celebrating a wedding’s new beginning, “Time To Say Goodbye” shines brilliantly.

Just as Sarah Brightman and Andrea Bocelli seemed to bridge different cultures in 1996, English and Italian blend together, evoking the feeling that two worlds have become one.

The lyrics—singing, “Let’s live together in a new place”—are perfect for a couple standing on the threshold of a new life.

With its beautiful melody and vocals, complemented by the strings, the song creates an exquisitely mystical atmosphere.

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Be My BabyThe Ronettes

The Ronettes – Be My Baby (Official Audio)

Be My BabyThe Ronettes

The vocals of a quintessential 1960s girl group create a mood perfectly suited to the milestone of a wedding.

A woman’s heartfelt longing is conveyed over a romantic yet powerful beat.

The phrase “Be My Baby,” ringing out in the chorus alongside that memorable drumbeat, embodies a wish for the couple’s happy future.

Since its 1963 release, this song has been covered by many artists and inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

It’s the perfect track for anyone wanting to set a love-filled tone for their ceremony.

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In conclusion

We’ve put together a comprehensive list of recommended Western songs for your wedding reception exit.

We’ve selected only the classics that are staples in the bridal scene, so you can’t go wrong choosing from this article! The vibe changes depending on the tempo and the vocalist’s gender, so pick your song while imagining how you want to wrap up your reception.

Wishing you a truly wonderful wedding reception.