15+ Best Wedding Music Lists You’ll Need to Think About
Looking for the perfect wedding music playlist to set the mood at your wedding? Look no further because we got the best in here! We’ve curated a wedding music list that features a collection of timeless classics, romantic ballads, and upbeat hits that will keep your guests dancing all night long. From the ceremony to the reception, we’ve included must-have songs that can set the mood and encourage everyone to have a fantastic time.
Let this wedding music list be your guide in creating a soundtrack that captures the essence of your love story and keeps the celebration going (and remarkable even after years).
1. Pre-Ceremony Music While Guests Are Arriving and Taking Their Seats)
These wedding music and songs should be slow and calming that create a romantic atmosphere. Also, they must not distract your guests.
- “Hooked On A Feeling” by Blue Suede
- “With A Little Help From My Friends” by The Beatles
- “Call On Me” by Starley
- “Meant to Be” by BebeRexha and Florida Georgia Line
- “Love Me Tender” by Elvis Presley
- “I Do (Cherish You)” by Mark Wills
- “Two People Fell In Love” by Brad Paisley
- “Fearless” by Taylor Swift
- “Chapel of Love” by The Dixie Cups
- “Crazy Love” by Michael Buble
2. Processional Wedding Music
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The songs can be traditional hymns or pop tunes when the groom, wedding party, and parents or grandparents enter the ceremony. Below are some relaxing and uplifting songs that beautifully accompany any processional.
- “If I Could Fly” by One Direction
- “I’m Yours” by Vitamin String Quartet
- “Clarity” by Evan Duffy
- “Reign of Love” by Coldplay
- “Married Life” by Michael Giacchino
- “All You Need is Love” by The Beatles
- “Can’t Help Falling in Love” by Haley Reinhart
- “I Choose You” by Sara Bareilles
- “Grow Old With Me” by Mary Chapin Carpenter
- “God Gave Me” by Blake Shelton
Bridal Entrance/Processional Music
The most important music is the wedding song accompanying the bride while walking down the aisle. It can be romantic yet mellow or a song that means to your relationship to make your moment special.
- “Marry Me” by Train
- “Heartbeats” by Jose Gonzalez
- “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri
- “Part of the World” by Jodi Benson
- “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” by Roberta Flack
- “This I Promise You” by Ronan Keating
- “Forever” by Chris Brown
- “Just The Way You Are” by Bruno Mars
- “You and Me” by Lifehouse
- “When I Need You” by Rod Stewart
- “Moon River” by Audrey Hepburn
- “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole
- “Love Me Tender” by Elvis Presley
3. Wedding Ceremony Music
Couples often prefer to play quiet background music throughout the ceremony, including the marriage certificate signing. Avoid picking distractive songs; opt for those that create a light ambiance instead.
- “All of Me” by John Legend
- “I Knew I Loved You” by Savage Garden
- “My Lover’s Prayer” by Otis Redding
- “The Way You Look Tonight” by Tony Bennett
- “Ribbon in the Sky” by Stevie Wonder
- “If Not For You” by George Harrison
- “We’ve Only Just Begun” by Carpenters
- “I Will” by The Beatles
- “Ave Maria” by Franz Schubert
- “You Raise Me Up” by Josh Groban
4. Ceremony Exit/Recessional Music
After the ceremony, the newlyweds, wedding party, and guests will exit the venue. And this is the perfect time to play upbeat songs, celebrating the occasion and preparing everyone for the reception.
- “Walking On Sunshine” by Katrina & The Waves
- “Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I’m Yours” by Stevie Wonder
- “Here for the Party” by Gretchen Wilson
- “Knock, Knock” by Andrew Maze
- “Everything Is Awesome” by Tegan and Sara
- “Happy Together” by The Turtles
- “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” by Frankie Valli
- “You Are the Best Thing” by Ray LaMontagne
- “Life’s A Happy Song” by Amy Adams, Jason Segel, Chris Cooper
- “I Got You (At The End of the Century)” by Wilco
5. Cocktail Hour Music
Cocktail hour is a time for photos, fun, and drinks, so have a nice playlist in the background that matches the mood.
- “I Do” by Colbie Caillat
- “Kiss Me” by Sixpence None the Richer
- “Wind Beneath My Wing” by Bette Midler
- “I Want It That Way” by Backstreet Boys
- “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King
- “Every Breath You Take” by The Police
- “Here Comes The Sun” by Nina Simone
- “Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran
- “Best Day of My Life” by American Authors
- “At Last” by Etta James
6. Wedding Party Entrance Music
This wedding music playlist should be high energy as they mark the start of the reception. They can be funny, upbeat, or pop.
- “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston
- “Levitating” by Dua Lipa
- “Can’t Stop The Feeling” by Justine Timberlake
- “I Believe in a Thing Called Love” by The Darkness
- “Club Can’t Handle Me” by Flo Rida & David Guetta
- “Feel This Moment” by Pitbull ft. Christina Aguilera
- “Let’s Get It Started” by Blacked Eyed Peas
- “Shut Up and Dance” by Walk The Moon
- “Fly As Me” by Bruno Mars, Anderson Paak & Silk Sonic
- “Dynamite” by Taio Cruz
7. Newlyweds Entrance Music
Newlyweds can choose their own entrance music to make the moment memorable. The song can be fun, romantic, goofy, or outrageous.
- “On Top of the World” by Imagine Dragons
- “First Date” by Blink 182
- “Happy” by Pharrell Williams
- “We Found Love” by Rihanna & Calvin Harris
- “Seeing Stars” by Borns
- “Beautiful Day” by U2
- “Heroes (We Could Be)” by Alesso & Tove Lo
- “Head Over Boots” by Jon Pardi
- “Angel” by Shaggy
- “Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran
8. Dinner Background Music
Play some songs while your guests enjoy the delicious dinner. These songs can be romantic, classic, R&B, country, or upbeat.
- “My Girl” by The Temptations
- “Today Was A Fairytale” by Taylor Swift
- “Little Things” by One Direction
- “Baby I’m Yours” by Arctic Monkeys
- “Better Together” by Jack Johnson
- “Blessed” by Thomas Rhett
- “Amazed” Lonestar
- “Then” by Brad Paisley
- “I Cross My Heart” by George Strait
- “Isn’t She Lovely” by Stevie Wonder
9. Cake Cutting Music
You can enhance the fun and exciting vibe of the cake-cutting with some fun songs. And here are some of our favorites:
- “Sugar” by Flo Rida & Wynter
- “Honey Bee” by Blake Shelton
- “Sugar” by Maroon 5
- “Cake by the Ocean” by DNCE
- “The Sweetest Love” by Robin Thicke
- “Pour Me Some Sugar On Me” by Def Leppard
- “Candyman” by Christina Aguilera
- “Honey” by Mariah Carey
- “Sugar Sugar” by The Archies
- “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)” by The Four Tops
10. First Dance Music
Newlyweds’ first dance song has to be a personal choice. But there are actually no rules when choosing this song.
- “Lost In This Moment” by Big and Rich
- “In Your Eyes” by Peter Gabriel
- “Always and Forever” by Heatwave
- “Endless Love” by Diana Ross & Lionel Richie
- “A Whole New World” by Peabo Bryson & Regina Belle
- “As Time Goes By” by Dooley Wilson
- “Sway” by Michael Buble
- “Feel So Close” by Calvin Harris
- “The First Day of My Life” by Bright Eyes
- “The Luckiest” by Ben Folds
11. Father-Daughter Dance Music
The father-daughter dance is one of the most sentimental moments in the reception. And the song can be joyful and slow or fast-paced.
- “I Loved Her First” by Heartland
- “Daddy’s Little Girl” by Michael Buble
- “Three Little Birds” by Bob Marley
- “I Wish You Love” by Frank Sinatra
- “My Wish” by Rascal Flatts
- “It’s For My Dad” by Nancy Sinatra
- “Just the Way You Are” by Billy Joel
- “Father and Daughter” by Paul Simon
- “God Only Knows” by The Beach Boys
- “My Girl” The Temptations
12. Mother-Son Dance Music
This beautiful moment should be accompanied by a dance song that’s meaningful to the groom and his mother. You can opt for ballads, jazz, or even rock songs.
- “Mother Like Mine” by The Band Perry
- “Forever Young” by Bob Dylan
- “All To You” by Scott Keo
- “A Song for Mama” by Boyz II Men
- “Do I Make You Proud” by Taylor Hicks
- “Unforgettable” by Nat King Cole
- “A Song for My Son” by MikkiViereck
- “Your Song” by Elton John
- “I Hope You Dance” by Lee Ann Womack
- “What A Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong
13. Bouquet Toss Music
Since the bouquet toss is usually the wedding’s thrilling point, you’ll need songs that can energize the guests to catch the bouquet. The songs can be upbeat or about female power.
- “Take A Chance On Me” by Abba
- “Genie In A Bottle” by Christina Aguilera
- “Girls” by Beastie Boys
- “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Par Benatar
- “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor
- “Stupid Love” by Jason Derulo
- “Let’s Get Loud” by Jennifer Lopez
- “Diva” by Beyonce
- “Worth It” by Fifth Harmony ft. Kid Ink
- “Call Me Maybe” by Carla Rae Jepsen
14. Garter Toss Music
Electrifying or cheeky songs are perfect for playing while the groom pulls off the garter and tosses it to single males.
- “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas
- “Twist and Shout” by The Beatles
- “Mambo No. 5” by Lou Bega
- “I Wanna Love You” by Akon ft. Snoop Dogg
- “We Are Young” by Fun ft. Janelle Monae
- “I’m the One” by DJ Khaled ft. Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper, Lil Wayne
- “Wanna Be Startin Something” by Michael Jackson
- “Cake Wild Ones” by Flo Rid ft. Sia
- “Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO ft. Lauren Bennett, GoonRock
- “How You Love Me” by Hardwell
15. Wedding Reception Music
Are your guests not leaving the dance floor? Play songs in the reception that everyone wants to put on the dancing shoes.
- “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran
- “Titanium” by David Guetta & Sia
- “She Looks So Perfect” by 5 Seconds of Summer
- “Magic” by Coldplay
- “Dilemma” by Nell & Kelly Rowland
- “This Is How We Do” by Katy Perry
- “Get the Party Started” by Pink
- “Everybody (Backstreet’s Back) by Backstreet Boys
- “Dancing Queen” by ABBA
- “Only Girl (In the World” by Rihanna
16. Wedding Exit Music
These songs should reflect your wedding’ joy and celebration. Popular genres include classic rock, country, and pop.
- “Love on Top” by Beyonce
- “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ranson ft. Bruno Mars
- “Don’t Stop Believing” by Journey
- “Best of My Love” by The Emotions
- “Only Love” by Mary J. Blige
- “I Got You Babe” by Sonny & Cher
- “The Edge of Glory” by Lady Gaga
- “Bye, Bye, Bye” by NSYNC
- “Tongue Tied” by Grouplove
- “Glad You Came” by The Wanted
The best wedding songs are more than just melodies – they’re the soundtrack of your love story. And these carefully selected tunes will make your special day even more unforgettable for you and your guests. Let every note and lyric tell your love story!
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