Emotional Music That Moves the Heart: 3 Recommended Songs for Weddings from the Touching Musical "RENT"

I Love the Broadway Musical Movie "RENT" ♡

Hello, I'm Haruno Tsuzaki, the editor of marry＊

Suddenly, I have to say that I love the movie RENT! Of course, I own the DVD and I've even been to the musical because I love it so much.

First of all, the music is wonderful, and I resonate with the storyline and its messages.

Every time something happens, I rewatch it and end up in tears, and at unexpected moments, I feel "emotional nostalgia" for that movie ♡

RENT has beautiful music and many love songs, so it's quite popular as wedding background music. Since there are many fantastic songs, I want to list those that might be suitable for weddings＊

First, let me explain to those who don't know about RENT, the musical ♡

What is the Broadway Musical "RENT"?＊

RENT is a musical set in New York in the 1990s. It is said to be a modern version of Puccini's opera "La Bohème"＊

It was a massive hit, running on Broadway for over 12 years and was turned into a movie.

The characters include struggling musicians, writers, drug addicts, and people living with HIV in the LGBTQ+ community.

It's a story about people with various problems living in the back alleys of a bustling metropolis, unable to even pay their monthly rent.

The reason I love RENT is that, despite the challenging settings, there is absolutely no sense of despair in this story.

Whether you're short on money or not healthy, love is utmost, and the current life and circumstances are something given by God (rent), so let’s enjoy the present to the fullest without worrying about it ♡ This spirit resonates within the story, which moves me, making me love this movie so much＊

It's such a famous work that I'm sure many of the future brides reading marry must also love RENT! ♩

I have been lending it to various people saying, "You have to see it! You have to see it!" from long ago.

I have a fond memory of forcibly giving the DVD to my now-husband, who was just a colleague back then, and making him watch it (he said it moved him) ♡

Which Wonderful Songs from RENT Can Be Used as Wedding BGM?

The music from RENT has about 40 songs, all of which are beautiful and emotional. Although the wedding popular songs are typically limited to the classic "Seasons of Love,"

there are so many more wonderful songs. However, some of the lyrics might be a bit dark, or include sexual or drug references, so perhaps they aren't commonly used at weddings.

But besides Seasons of Love, there are plenty of other lovely songs ♡ I will select and introduce wonderful songs from the 40-track list that are suitable for weddings, moving, and uplifting＊

① Seasons of Love

First up is the classic *Seasons of Love*.

It starts with a piano solo and has a gospel vibe. This is the most famous song in RENT, featured in popular commercials.

The content of the song is wonderful.

How do you measure a year (525,600 minutes)? It might differ from person to person, but... how about measuring it in love? This song talks about measuring the value of life, often judged by money, status, or fame. Wouldn't it be wonderful if it could be measured by love? ♡

② I'll Cover You

In addition to Seasons of Love, when it comes to 100% happy and pure love songs in RENT, this one stands out: *I'll Cover You*＊

It’s curious why this song isn’t a popular wedding song because it’s such a sweet and lovey-dovey tune.

The lyrics start with Angel saying, "Let's live together. The rent will be paid with a thousand kisses," and I think it’s so endearing and feminine, don’t you?

It's a true love song that expresses a mutual care and protection between the couple, saying, "I'll be your vertical," and "I'll be your blanket," highlighting the feeling of wanting to live together as a lovely couple ♡

I wonder why it's not popular at weddings...! Perhaps it's because the characters singing this song are portrayed as homosexual... I love this song ♡

③ Out Tonight

Although there aren’t many love songs in RENT, this is the only one that features no problematic lyrics, has a bright tune, and is upbeat: *Out Tonight* ♡

This song is about a girl inviting someone to "take me out tonight and make my heart race."

It has a bit of a flirtatious, bold vibe with unforgettable melody and lyrics once you hear it＊

I highly recommend using it for grand entrance or reception parties, as it’s a lively song ♩

RENT Has an Abundance of Wonderful Songs ♡

One of the notable features of RENT compared to ordinary musicals is that it has far fewer spoken lines, which means it has so many more songs＊

With so many wonderful songs and the film being so emotional, I truly believe you should watch it at least once in your life ♡

Idina Menzel, who is well-known for "Let It Go" from Frozen, also stars in this musical ♩

➡ Check out 【RENT】 on Rakuten＊