Easier to Approach than Western Music? A Collection of Wedding Songs with English Lyrics by Japanese Artists

2021.11.25 published

Wedding Songs with English Lyrics Sung by Japanese Artists ♩

Sometimes you want to play songs in English at a wedding, focusing more on the atmosphere than the lyrics.

However, if you’re not familiar with Western music, you might know classics like Bruno Mars' "Marry You" or Maroon 5's "Sugar," but finding anything beyond that can be a bit challenging, especially since it’s in English and may not be familiar to you...

So here’s a suggestion ♩

How about playing songs that are sung entirely in English by Japanese artists...??

Since these are sung by familiar Japanese singers, it feels a bit less daunting than searching for Western songs, and you can easily find translations of the lyrics, which is nice.

Here are some songs perfect for playing at weddings ♡

@hire_wedding

① PRESENT (English ver.)

Mrs. GREEN APPLE's "PRESENT (English ver.)" is a well-known song that also has a Japanese version.

It’s a song themed around freedom, love, and presents. With a bright atmosphere, it’s perfect for weddings ♡

Here’s the Japanese version.

Give them a listen and compare ♩

② Same Thing (feat. Superorganism)

Gen Hoshino's "Same Thing (feat. Superorganism)" captures the ups and downs of life, embodying love even in those days.

The lyrics “fuck you” can be a bit provocative...!

It has a stylish and pop melody ♩

③ Wonder (International Version)

ONE OK ROCK's "Wonder (International Version)" also features entirely English lyrics.

It’s an upbeat song about racing through life! I thought it would be great for an opening movie or entrance song.

④ Party All Night

"Party All Night" is a song by a four-member artist group called FAITH.

It’s a bright and happy song themed around having a fun time together ♩

It could be cute to play during the bride's exit.

⑤ The Storyteller

My First Story's "The Storyteller" features the impressive lyrics "You are my light," and looks towards a future with a loved one.

With its gentle melody, it could be a great choice for an end-roll or exit song.

⑥ RIGHT NEXT TO YOU

Sexy Zone has also released a song with all English lyrics called "RIGHT NEXT TO YOU."

It's a dance number that expresses a man’s feelings of love for his girlfriend ♩

It lacks the typical "Johnny's" style in a good way, making it easy to use purely as an English song for weddings.

You’ll Fall Even More in Love by Listening While Checking the Translations ♩

I’ve introduced songs with only English lyrics sung by Japanese bands and artists.

Listening while checking the translations may deepen your understanding of the songs, making you like them even more ♩

✅ You want to create an atmosphere with English songs

✅ You don’t want to emphasize Japanese lyrics too much

✅ You prioritize melody and atmosphere over lyrics

✅ You’re not familiar with Western music but want to play English songs

Brides who resonate with this might find it nice to choose wedding BGM from 【songs with entirely English lyrics by Japanese artists】.

@weddingram_1010