[Wedding BGM] Nostalgic Melodies: A List of Iconic Showa Era Songs That Will Bring Tears of Joy to Parents' Generation♡
2018.01.03 published
Let's Play Classic Showa Songs at Weddings ♩
Classic songs born in the Showa era (also known as nostalgic melodies) continue to be cherished,
passed down through many people singing them in music programs and karaoke even today*
Listening to nostalgic melodies brings back fond memories of the trends at that time,
and can certainly move the hearts of grandparents, father, and mother from the Showa generation,
making them an excellent choice for emotional moments at weddings as background music ♡
Today, I will introduce classic Showa songs that are perfect for playing at weddings*
[Wedding BGM] Showa Classic Song ① "Kanpai" / Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi
Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi's "Kanpai" is arguably one of the representative popular songs of the Showa era*
The phrase in the chorus, "Kanpai! Now you are standing on the grand stage of life..." is just perfect for a wedding.
It’s a great time to play during the toast scene with your bosses or seniors ♩
[Wedding BGM] Showa Classic Song ② "Kotoba ni Dekinai" / Kazumasa Oda
Next, we have "Kotoba ni Dekinai" by Kazumasa Oda, which is also well-known as a commercial song for Meiji Yasuda Life.
If you create a video of the bride and groom's upbringing to the lyrics "I’m so glad I met you,"
it will surely move everyone in the venue, including family members*
[Wedding BGM] Showa Classic Song ③ "Kosumosu" / Momoe Yamaguchi
"Kosumosu," sung by the Showa idol Momoe Yamaguchi, is a classic song that expresses the emotions of a mother and daughter before the wedding*
The phrase "Please let me be your child a little longer" will definitely bring tears to the eyes of parents♡
It’s perfect for playing during the bride's letter reading or gift presentation scenes ♩
[Wedding BGM] Showa Classic Song ④ "Toki no Nagare ni Mi wo Yudane" / Teresa Teng
Next is "Toki no Nagare ni Mi wo Yudane" by Teresa Teng, a famous ballad love song ♩
The phrase "So please, keep me by your side; right now, I can only love you" expresses the bride's feelings for the groom,
creating a 100% relatable sentiment that makes everyone want to follow him*
[Wedding BGM] Showa Classic Song ⑤ "I LOVE YOU" / Yutaka Ozaki
A slightly sad and sentimental tune, "I LOVE YOU" is one of Yutaka Ozaki's representative songs♡
At weddings, it's often performed by guests who are good at singing as a special act*
As one of the best classic songs of the Showa era, playing it in a significant moment will surely evoke strong feelings in the venue ♩
[Wedding BGM] Showa Classic Song ⑥ "Dancing Hero" / Yoko Oginome
"Dancing Hero" by Yoko Oginome, which gained attention for the bubbly dance, is also a re-emerging hit ♩
Its bright melody reminiscent of the bubble era will surely boost the mood of the guests♡
Recently, some brides have been using it as BGM for their entrance after a costume change!
[Wedding BGM] Showa Classic Song ⑦ "Omoide ga Ippai" / H2O
Finally, we have "Omoide ga Ippai," the theme song of the manga "Miyuki" by Adachi Mitsuru, by H2O*
The chorus, "You, who are climbing the stairs to adulthood, are still a Cinderella," is a famous phrase that everyone can hum along to♡
It’s recommended as BGM for the bride’s letter or the profile video ♩
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