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A curated list of stylish Western songs recommended for wedding BGM

At weddings and receptions, many people want to use stylish Western songs as background music.

Upbeat Western music easily creates a chic atmosphere, which is why it’s so popular with many brides and grooms.

However, when it comes time to choose specific songs, you might find yourself wondering which ones are best.

In this article, we’ll introduce a wide selection of stylish Western tracks that are perfect for weddings and receptions.

You can pick one song from those introduced here, or if you find a track you love, we also recommend using the entire album it’s on.

Take a look and use this guide to help you with your song selection.

Trendy Western Songs Recommended for Wedding BGM (41–50)

The RoseWestlife

Westlife – The Rose (Official Video)
The RoseWestlife

Songs that color the precious moments of a wedding are best with heartwarming melodies and lyrics.

Included on Westlife’s 2006 album “The Love Album,” this is a pop ballad with rock elements.

The original was written by Amanda McBroom and became widely known through Bette Midler, but Westlife’s cover breathes new life into it.

The lyrics, which sing of both the strength and delicacy of love, will bring a moving sense of a new beginning to the milestone setting of a wedding.

It’s a song you’ll want to recommend as a dedication to two people starting a new chapter in life.

A Curated List of Stylish Western Songs Recommended for Wedding BGM (51–60)

Hymn of Ten Thousand PraisesTaro Hakase

Bansanka – long version (until 6:15)
Manzanka Taro Hakase

A popular and frequently used song for entrances in traditional Japanese attire.

The beautiful sound of the violin enhances the ceremony’s atmosphere with elegance and elevates the energy in the venue.

It highlights the beauty of kimono even more, making it a perfect piece to mark the beginning of the couple’s new life together.

LovesongAdele

It’s a very romantic song from Adele’s 2011 album “21.” With lyrics that simply express the feeling of being in love, it’s perfect both for playing at a wedding and for listening to when it’s just the two of you.

Archie, Marry MeAlvvays

Alvvays – Archie, Marry Me (Official Video)
Archie, Marry MeAlvvays

It’s an adorable wedding song from Alvvays, an indie band from Canada, taken from their 2014 debut album “Alvvays.” In the lyrics, vocalist Molly keeps singing “marry me,” which is super cute.

It’s a track that’ll make any guy’s heart skip a beat.

Best In MeBlue

It’s a song released in 2001 by the vocal group Blue, a love song with beautiful harmonies that’s perfect for weddings.

The lyrics express feelings for a loved one in a straightforward way—they’re quite sweet, but you’d be happy to receive words like these, wouldn’t you?

If You Need To, Keep Time on MeFleet Foxes

Fleet Foxes – If You Need To, Keep Time on Me
If You Need To, Keep Time on MeFleet Foxes

It’s a song included on the album released by the folk-rock band Fleet Foxes in 2017.

While it doesn’t explicitly sing “let’s get married,” it’s a lovely love song with delicate lyrics that show deep care for the other person.

Classic wedding songs are great, but this slightly sentimental and gentle track is also highly recommended.

Better TogetherJack Johnson

When it comes to songs perfect for autumn, this one might be the first that comes to mind.

Released by Jack Johnson in 2005, it also drew attention for winning a top honor at the World Music Awards.

With lyrics like “Let’s stay together—life is better with you,” it seems like a song that would be well-loved for a proposal too.