First Dance and Father/Daughter Songs

Choosing songs for your ceremony and reception can be a very daunting task. With so many years of great music and so many options how is one to choose? We always suggest to our brides to chose songs that have special meaning to them, especially for their First Dance and Father/Daughter Dance. Maybe its the first danced to with your fiancee, maybe its that song that your dad will sing to you as a child.

If you can't think of anything here are some of our favorite songs:

First Dance
- A Beautiful Mess- Jason Mraz
- A House Is Not A Home- Luther Vandross
- A Kiss to Build a Dream On- Louis Armstrong
- Can't Take My Eyes off of you- Lady Antabellum
- Chasing Cars- Snow Patrol
- Cheek to Cheek- Ella Fitzgerald
- Don't Know Why- Norah jones
- Everyday- Rascal Flatts
- God Gave Me You- Blake Shelton
- Gravity- John Mayer

Father Daughter 
- A Song for My Daughter- Ray Allaire
- Butterfly Kisses- Bob Carlisle
- A Whole New World- Peabo Breason
- Always Be Your Baby- Natalie Grant
- Because You Loved Me- Celine Dion
- Butterfly Fly Away- miley Cyrus
- Can You Feel the Love Tonight- Elton John
- Daddy- Beyonce
- Dance with My Father- Luther Vandross
- Father and Daughter- Simon and Garfunkle

Top 10 First Dance Songs, Classic and Current

When choosing a first dance song most couples try to find that quintessential song that describes their love for one another and their special relationship. Some decide on a current song while others may choose something classic and a bit older. Here are the top classic and current songs that are perfect for the first dance.

1. Just a Kiss by Lady Antebellum
2. At Last by Etta James
3. Lucky by Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat
4. From This Moment by Shania Twain & Brian White
5. Marry Me by Train
6. It Had To Be You by Harry Connick, Jr.
7. Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol
8. When I Fall In Love by Nat King Cole
9. Make a Memory by Jon Bon Jovi
10. Bless The Broken Road by Rascal Flatts
    
        

Wedding Song List

Music has an impact in our everyday lives and it can leave a lasting impression on your event as well. Music will not only entertain your guests but it can set the tone for your entire evening. It is your opportunity to make your event as personal as you want by incorporating some of your favorite artists and songs. Choosing the right songs for the special moments is always fun but a little difficult.

Here are some of our favorite selections:

Grand Entrances:
- Beautiful Day - U2
- I Gotta Feeling - Black Eyed Peas
- Forever - Chris Brown
- Let’s Get It Started - Black Eyed Peas
- Let’s Get Loud - Jennifer Lopez

First Dance:
- Marry Me - Train
- Lucky - Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat
- At Last - Etta James
- Come Away With Me - Norah Jones
- Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen

Father / Daughter:
- Lullaby - Billy Joel
- What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
- Isn’t She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
- In My Life - The Beatles
- Just The Way You Are - Billy Joel

Cake Cutting:
- Pour Some Sugar On Me - Def Leppard
- Sugar - The Archies
- I’m a Believer - Smash Mouth or The Monkees
- How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) - James Taylor
- Sweetest Thing - U2

Last Song:
- Last Dance - Donna Summers
- Save The Last Dance For Me - Michael Buble
- Evacuate The Dance Floor - Cascada
- Closing Time - Semisonic
- Just Dance - Lady Gaga
- Take Me Home Tonight - Eddie Money


Your DJ or band can help choose the right song for you. Have fun with it!

Top 10 First Dance Songs

Many couples have asked us for suggestions on their first dance. I think the first dance is a very personal thing. It should represent you as a couple and what you mean to each other. But we’re always here to help. So we have compiled a list of some songs which have been our favorites, top 10 with a few additions. We hope our favorites help you figure out yours.


Bryan Adams – Everything I Do (I do it for you)
Whitney Houston – I Will Always Love You
Billy Joel – Just The Way You Are
James Blunt – You’re Beautiful
Lonestar – Amazed
Jason Maraz – I’m Yours
Frank Sinatra – The Way You Look Tonight
Lifehouse – You And Me
Singh is King – Teri Ore
Adnan Sami and Asha Bhosle – Kabhi to nazar milao
Kalyug – Jiya dhadak dhadak
Yes Boss – Ek din aap
Kabhi Kabhie – Kabhi Kabhi

PS: We always love it when the couple starts out with a slow romantic song and cuts into a crazy dance song like “Baby Got Back”