"28 Songs to Play at Your Wedding from the Beloved Group 'Arashi' on Hiatus!"
2019.01.28 published
National Idol ♡ Arashi
Arashi, consisting of five members: Satoshi Ohno, Sho Sakurai, Masaki Aiba, Kazunari Ninomiya, and Jun Matsumoto, belongs to Johnny's Entertainment.
Debuting in 1999, Arashi celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2019, but on January 27, 2019, a hiatus was announced through the fan club's website.
Everyone imagined that Arashi would continue to bring smiles all over Japan!
When the news of their hiatus broke, I’m sure everyone was surprised...
Arashi, with a fan club membership of about 3 million (overwhelmingly the largest in Japan!) and many flagship programs, was an absolute entity.
Thoughts of dissolution, hiatus, or retirement seemed completely unrelated to the image of Arashi, so the decision to take a break from group activities shocked Japan at that time....!!!
The leader, Satoshi Ohno, brought up his desire to "experience a normal life," "want to be free," and "want to close Arashi," which triggered a discussion among the members.
It seems that the members respected this feeling, deciding to take a break.
But! The members are still active ♡
However, after the announcement, the emergency press conference made it clear that this decision for the hiatus was a "unanimous decision of the five," reached after more than a year of discussions among all members.
Of course, the fact that they are on hiatus is sad, but
- I want to respect that decision
- It's much better for the five of them to be Arashi rather than continuing activities with just four without Ohno
- Let's enjoy the remaining two years with Arashi!
- If I think of it as Ohno's summer vacation, I can wait forever
- Hearing Ohno's honest feelings made me realize it’s okay to live for myself
Many fans took this positively ♡
The press conference had a warm atmosphere typical of Arashi, reminding me once again that they are a wonderful group I want to continue supporting ♡
Even during their hiatus, the other members are
Ninomiya is starring in dramas and films, and on the JaniNo channel.
Matsujun will appear in the Taiga drama "How to Act" starting in 2023.
Aiba is mainly involved in variety shows like VS Spirits.
Sakurai is active with weekly News ZERO,
which makes me happy to feel connected to them, as Matsujun and Sho have been doing fan club-exclusive streams.
Arashi's songs so far number about 350 ♩
Arashi has released more than 350 songs, including famous singles and album tracks that everyone has heard!
In this article, we will introduce wonderful songs perfect for weddings, from classics to less-known ones.
For non-single songs, I'll also include the album names ♡
Definitely add them to your BGM list ♩
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 1 *One Love
Arashi's One Love is undoubtedly Japan's number one wedding song ♡
“I vow to love you for a hundred years,” “You are my everything” are just lovely to hear in casual moments, but
Listening to it on your wedding day would surely be an emotional experience.
From 1:35:43 in this video
The Reborn version is also wonderful.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 2 *Love so sweet
Love so sweet is another representative song of Arashi ♩
Just like One Love, it gained popularity as the theme song for Matsujun's starring drama "Boys Over Flowers."
It’s also famous that the PV was filmed at an all-inclusive venue in Tokyo Bay.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 3 *Happiness
Happiness is characterized by the catchy chorus "Run! Run!" capturing the bright and happy essence of Arashi ♡
It's perfect for moments you want to celebrate together, like the first bite or cake cutting.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 4 *Ai wo Sakebe
Ai wo Sakebe, directed towards brides, is a popular wedding song expressing encouragement from a male friend’s perspective ♩
The message that “you are more beautiful than anyone in the world" will surely bring tears to the eyes when heard on the day of the wedding.
Its simple choreography is also perfect for performances.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 5 *Kansha Kangeki Ame Arashi
Kansha Kangeki Ame Arashi is a song Arashi always performs at the climax or encore of their concerts ♩
It’s a song everyone can enjoy while clapping along, conveying feelings of gratitude to loved ones.
From 2:16:08 in this video
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 6 *My Girl
My Girl is special as the theme song for Aiba's first starring drama, making it significant for both Arashi and fans ♡
Its gentle melody speaks of beautiful memories with someone who isn't with us anymore, making it perfect to play if there's someone important you'd wish could attend the wedding.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 7 *Wild at Heart
Wild at Heart, with its simple message of "living in the moment!" is an upbeat and lively song ♡
It would create an exciting atmosphere right from the entrance at the reception.
From 23:33 in this video
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 8 *Meikyu Love Song
Meikyu Love Song conveys love from a male perspective entirely ♡
The beautiful lyrics express the message that no matter how lost you are, someone will guide you to light.
From 1:54:37 in this video
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 9 *Bittersweet
Bittersweet is the theme song for the drama “Lost Chocolate” starring Matsujun and Satomi Ishihara ♡
Satomi Ishihara's wedding attire in the drama was talked about a lot, right?
The chorus "love is sweet and bitter like it melts away" gives a sense of maturity.
From 51:51 in this video
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 10 *Hatenai Sora
Hatenai Sora is a grand ballad song *
It features a strong message, "Let’s get up again and again!"
Perfect for moments that need to evoke emotions such as gifts and exit scenes ♩
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 11 *Welcome to our party
Welcome to our party is an upbeat number where all members rap together ♩
If played as an entrance song, it will surely create an exciting atmosphere.
It’s included in the album Popcorn.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 12 *Koto ba yori taisetsu na mono
Koto ba yori taisetsu na mono is a song that has always been popular among Arashi fans ♩
The beginning chorus, which starts with Ohno's beautiful voice, is incredibly cool and sets a perfect mood ♩
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 13 *Hanasanai!
Hanasanai! with its passionate chorus "I won’t let go! I’m only looking at you!" is also recommended BGM ♡
Released in 2001, this song features a youthful and dynamic melody ♩
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 14 *Futari no Kinenbi
Futari no Kinenbi is a coupling song included in the first limited edition of the single WISH ♩
It’s one of the more lesser-known songs by Arashi but is a sweet and cute, secretly popular love song ♡
It’s also included in the special disc of Ura Arashi Mania.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 15 *Fight Song
Fight Song is a cheer song written by the members of Arashi, with Ninomiya composing ♩
It’s a perfect uplifting song to celebrate the groom and bride’s new journey as a couple.
It’s included in the Disc 2 of 5×10 ♩
From 35:08 in this video
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 16 *Love Rainbow
Love Rainbow is a positive love song with a pop melody ♡
"I won’t say let’s go searching for eternity, I just want to be with you tomorrow and forever"
The message resonates deeply!
From 14:25 in this video
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 17 *Oh Yeah!
Oh Yeah! is not a single song, but it’s a familiar piece at Arashi concerts ♩
With its bright and cheerful melody and lyrics, it’s a song loved by the Arashi members too ♡
It’s included in the album Time.
From 1:57:40 in this video
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 18 *Ichioku no Hoshi
Ichioku no Hoshi is one of Arashi's standout romantic ballads ♡
It is often sung during Arashi's concerts after it gets dark, making it a great choice for night weddings as BGM ♩
It's included in the Ura Arashi Mania Disc 2.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 19 *Subarashiki Sekai
Subarashiki Sekai is a slightly sentimental, yet deeply moving, gentle song ♡
It’s suitable for background music during calm moments like giving gifts to parents or bouquet handovers.
It’s included in the album One ♩
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 20 *Ai wo utaou
Ai wo utaou is famous among fans as a divine song!
The phrase "let's sing of love" when all five Arashi members' voices harmonize is spine-tingling.
It would make for an emotional background music during the end credits or profile movie ♡
It’s included in the album LOVE ♩
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 21 *Gift
Gift is a grand emotional ballad that brings tears to the eyes ♡
It will definitely make you cry if played during the bride's letter reading or parent gifts.
It’s included in the album Boku no Miteiru Fukei ♩
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 22 *Niji no Kakera ~no rain, no rainbow~
Niji no Kakera ~no rain, no rainbow~ is a bright and positive song ♡
"If many colors blend into one" would be perfect for a balloon release!
It’s included in the album Beautiful World ♩
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 23 *Days
Days is an exquisite love song that captivates listeners ♡
"For the future we will create together” is a phrase perfect for weddings ♩
It’s included in the album One.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 24 *Kimi no Yume wo Miteita
Kimi no Yume wo Miteita has wonderful lyrics: "I’m always by your side" ♡
It brings a sense of security knowing your beloved protects you ♩
The album it’s included in is THE DIGITALIAN.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 25 *Kanpai Song
Kanpai Song is a party anthem full of energy ♩
If played during the toast at the reception, it’ll guarantee the best start to the celebration!
It’s included in the album untitled.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 26 *Kimi e no Omoi
Kimi e no Omoi conveys a strong sentiment for a dear person while being a little sentimental ♡
It's a song wishing for happiness ♡
The album it's included in is Japonism.
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 27 *Japonesque
Japonesque features the sound of traditional Japanese taiko drums ♡
Arashi performs in traditional clothing during concerts, making it perfect BGM for Japanese weddings.
It’s included in the album Japonism ♩
Songs by Arashi you want to play at your wedding 28 *Tsutaetai Koto
Tsutaetai Koto is a song of gratitude ♡
It has a pop sound typical of Arashi, with a melody that uplifts everyone.
The album it's included in is Japonism ♩
Arashi has so many wonderful songs ♡
I introduced both classic and lesser-known songs from the national idol Arashi of Johnny's Entertainment that are perfect as wedding BGM.
Arashi’s songs are familiar, bright, and filled with charm ♡
Be sure to add them to your BGM list! ♡
For fans, if you have any other recommended Arashi songs, please let me know ♩
➡ Check out the list of wedding BGM articles here!