Choosing the best wedding songs involves blending classic romance with contemporary hits, ensuring every moment—from the entrance to the last dance—is unforgettable.[1]
- Timeless Love Songs & First Dance Favorites:
- “At Last” – Etta James[3]
- “Can’t Help Falling in Love” – Elvis Presley[3][5]
- “All of Me” – John Legend[4]
- “Make You Feel My Love” – Adele (Bob Dylan cover)[3]
- “Perfect” – Ed Sheeran[5]
- “A Thousand Years” – Christina Perri[4]
- “Lover” – Taylor Swift[3][5]
- Reception Dance Floor Anthems:
- “Uptown Funk” – Bruno Mars[4]
- “Shut Up and Dance” – Walk The Moon[4]
- “Can’t Stop The Feeling” – Justin Timberlake[4][6]
- “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” – Whitney Houston[4]
- “September” – Earth, Wind and Fire[4]
- “Marry You” – Bruno Mars[4]
- “Treasure” – Bruno Mars[6]
- “Dance The Night” – Dua Lipa[2]
- “Espresso” – Sabrina Carpenter[2]
- Popular Recent Songs for Modern Weddings (2023–2025):
- “Flowers” – Miley Cyrus[2]
- “Too Sweet” – Hozier[2]
- “HOT TO GO!” – Chappell Roan[2]
- “Pink Pony Club” – Chappell Roan[2]
- “Water” – Tyla[2]
- “Let’s Go Back” – Jungle[2]
- “Guess” (feat. Billie Eilish) – Charli XCX, Billie Eilish[2]
- “River” – Miley Cyrus[1]
- “For All You Give” – The Paper Kites, Lucy Rose[1]
- Unforgettable Last Dance Songs:
- “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” – Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes[6]
- “I’m Coming Out” – Diana Ross[6]
- “The Dance” – Garth Brooks[6]
- “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” – The Proclaimers[6]
- “What The World Needs Now” – Cat Power[6]
- Eclectic and Unique Choices:
- “Ho Hey” – The Lumineers[4]
- “Home” – Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros[4]
- “Sugar” – Maroon 5[6]
- “Lucky” – Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat[4][6]
References
- [1] Top 100 Wedding Songs for 2024-2025 to Add to Your Music Playlist – The Knot
- [2] Play These 155 Top Songs at a Wedding Reception – The Knot
- [3] Most Popular First Dance Songs in 2025 | Function Central
- [4] Best Wedding Songs Of All Time – 30 Day Singer Blog
- [5] 20 Best Wedding Entrance Songs For 2025 – FixTheMusic
- [6] 100+ New Wedding Songs For 2024 To Play At Your Reception – Mansion on Main Street
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