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Wedding BGM Ranking 2025

On November 19, 2023, USEN and Recochoku announced the results of the "Wedding BGM Ranking 2025". This exciting reveal is based on the choices of approximately 17,000 couples who selected their favorite songs from a staggering 23 million tracks available. The ranking is part of their collaborative service package, 'WEDDING MUSIC BOX', which aims to simplify the selection and management of music for wedding receptions.

Originally launched on November 22, 2022, coinciding with the 'Good Couple Day', this annual ranking showcases the most utilized songs over the year. This edition introduces two new categories: the K-POP Top 10 and Top 3 for anime, game, and movie theme songs, reflecting the diverse musical tastes of modern couples.

Overview of the Ranking

The ranking this year included various departments:

• - Japanese Top 10
• - Western Top 10
• - K-POP Top 10
• - Anime/Game/Movie Theme Songs Top 3
• - Scene-Specific Top 3

Collection Period: September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025
Participants: Around 17,000 couples from approximately 400 venues nationwide
For a detailed view, visit: WEDDING MUSIC BOX Ranking

Top Songs of the Year

This year's ranking displayed a vibrant range of genres, including pop, ballads, and R&B. Here are the top songs that captured the hearts of couples and their guests:
1. "Love so sweet" - Arashi
2. "Sugar" - Maroon 5
3. "Permission to Dance" - BTS
4. "Another Day Of Sun" - LA LA LAND Cast

The selection showcases a broad spectrum of musical styles, catering to various tastes and preferences for wedding celebrations. The section dedicated to letters and messages included versions with orchestrations or piano arrangements, enhancing the emotional depth of those moments.

About WEDDING MUSIC BOX

The WEDDING MUSIC BOX service package brings a one-stop solution for couples by offering comprehensive support in song selection, playback during the reception, and complex rights management. With over 23 million tracks across genres such as J-Pop, Western pop, K-POP, jazz, classical, and instrumental, couples can effortlessly choose music tailored to each moment of their wedding day.

This digital shift from analog has revolutionized wedding music utilization, allowing newlyweds, planners, and sound technicians to log in with a single account, streamlining the BGM configuration process on the cloud. Shareable features for editing track sequences for specific wedding moments like introductions or toasts are efficiently integrated into the system.

Since its inception, the WEDDING MUSIC BOX has been utilized by over 30,000 couples across around 400 venues nationwide, and the trend of adopting this digital solution continues to grow.

About USEN

USEN has established itself as a leading company in BGM services. They leverage their stable revenue base to push forward in digital entertainment and provide comprehensive operational solutions, ranging from store BGM, applications, infrastructure, and more. Their commitment revolves around transitioning from a music distribution company to a comprehensive solution provider addressing customer needs.

• - Company Name: USEN Co., Ltd.
• - Location: 3-1-1 Kami-Ozakiskv, Shinagawa, Tokyo
• - CEO: Yasuhiko Takafune
• - Business Description: Operational transformation for stores, entertainment business, music distribution, media business
• - URL: USEN

About Recochoku

Recochoku's mission centers around revitalizing the music market by offering music distribution services for individuals and businesses alike. They also support rights holders with various digital solutions. Additionally, their subsidiary, Eggs Co., Ltd., aids in revenue generation and distribution for indie artists, fostering a well-rounded support system within the music industry.

• - Company Name: Recochoku Co., Ltd.
• - Location: 5-52-2 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
• - CEO: Toru Itabashi
• - Business Description: Planning and operation of music distribution services and content creation
• - URL: Recochoku

In conclusion, the WEDDING MUSIC BOX and its annual rankings serve not only as a testament to the evolving landscape of wedding music but also highlight the companies' dedication to simplifying the wedding planning process through music.