Dance songs

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There are many different dances that couples may choose to have at their wedding reception. Below is a listing of traditional reception dances in the order they normally occur during the wedding reception.


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First Dance

One of the most time-honored and favorite traditions of newlyweds is to have a first dance together as a married couple. Some couples, either due to venue restrictions or personal preference, decide not to do this. For the couples who do choose to do it, there are many different options of dances and songs. Most couples choose a song that has special meaning to them. However, many couples don't have just one song, or any song at all, that holds significance.


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Song Suggestions


Listed are some song suggestions for couples wishing to have a first dance. All of the songs listed have relatively slow rhythms and are love songs appropriate for a first dance. They are assorted by general music genre. Click on the song to hear a clip of it at Amazon.com or the artist's website.


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Alternative/Pop/Rock


  • "Flowers in the Window" by Travis
  • "Alison" by They Might Be Giants
  • "Another First Kiss" by They Might Be Giants
  • "Love You More Than Anyone" by Gavin DeGraw
  • "Ultimate Showdown of Ultimate Destiny" by Lemon Demon
  • "Here And Now" by Luther Vandross
  • "Collide" by Howie Day
  • "I'll Be" by Edwin McCain
  • "Your Song" by Elton John
  • "Save The Best For Last" by Vanessa Williams
  • "Could Not Ask For More" by Edwin McCain
  • "The Luckiest" by Ben Folds Five
  • "Hero" by Enrique Iglesias
  • "When I Fall In Love" by Celine Dion and Peabo Bryson
  • "I Knew I Loved You" by Savage Garden
  • "When You Say You Love Me" by Josh Groban
  • "Everything I Do (I Do It For You)" by Bryan Adams
  • "A Moment Like This" by Kelly Clarkson
  • "From This Moment On" by Shania Twain
  • "You're Still The One" by Shania Twain
  • "My One and Only Love" by Sting
  • "Saving All My Love For You" by Whitney Houston
  • "This I Swear" by Nick Lachey
  • "Have I Told You Lately" by Rod Stewart
  • "Because You Loved Me" by Celine Dion
  • "Always" by Atlantic Starr
  • "Don't Wanna Miss A Thing" by Aerosmith
  • "I Can Love You Like That" by All-4-One
  • "The Gift" by Jim Brickman
  • "Simple Things" by Jim Brickman
  • "Love Of My Life" by Jim Brickman
  • "Beautiful In My Eyes" by Joshua Kadison
  • "All I Want Is You" by U2
  • "Thank You" by Dido
  • "Eternal Flame" by the Bangles
  • "I Wanna Grow Old With You" by Westlife
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Classic Rock & Pop


  • "Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton
  • "When A Man Loves A Woman" by Percy Sledge
  • "Maybe I'm Amazed" by Paul McCartney
  • "Could I Have This Dance" by Anne Murray
  • "Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers
  • "Unforgettable" by Natalie Cole
  • "I Honestly Love You" by Olivia Newton-John
  • "You're The Inspiration" by Chicago
  • "Through The Eyes Of Love" by Melissa Manchester
  • "Up Where We Belong" by Joe Cocker & Jennifer Warnes
  • "I'll Stand By You" by The Pretenders
  • "I'll Always Love You" by Taylor Dayne
  • "Endless Love" Diana Ross & Lionel Richie
  • "When I See You Smile" by Bad English
  • "You Are So Beautiful" by Joe Cocker
  • "Glory of Love" by Peter Cetera
  • "Feels Like Heaven" by Peter Cetera
  • "Have You Ever Been In Love" by Peter Cetera
  • "I Got You, Babe" by Sonny & Cher
  • "Everywhere" by Fleetwood Mac
  • "Just The Way You Are" by Billy Joel
  • "Only Heart" by John Mayer
  • "Crazy For You" by Madonna
  • "Can You Feel The Love Tonight?" by Elton John


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Rhythm, Blues, Jazz & Classic Vocalists


  • "Let's Do It (Let's Fall In Love) by Billie Holiday
  • "Sunday Kind of Love" by Etta James
  • "He's Funny That Way" by Billie Holiday
  • "Let's Stay Together" by Al Green
  • "By Your Side" by Sade
  • "You Are My Lady" by Freddie Jackson
  • "At Last" by Etta James
  • "Give Me Forever (I Do)" by John Tesh
  • "Forever More (I'll Be The One)" by John Tesh
  • "What A Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong
  • "The Way You Look Tonight" by Frank Sinatra
  • "Do You Want To Dance?" by Bette Midler
  • "The Rose" by Bette Midler
  • "Tenderly" by Rosemary Clooney
  • "I Could Have Danced All Night" by Jamie Cullum
  • "Fly Me To The Moon" by Frank Sinatra
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Showtunes & Movies


  • "Come What May" from the Moulin Rouge soundtrack (Nicole Kidman & Ewan MacGregor)
  • "Grow Old With You" from The Wedding Singer (Adam Sandler)
  • "After All" from 'Chances Are by Peter Cetera & Cher



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Country / Bluegrass


  • "Bless the Broken Road" by Rascal Flatts
  • "My Best Friend" by Tim McGraw
  • "You Had Me From Hello" by Kenny Chesney
  • "Keeper of the Stars" by Tracy Byrd
  • "Me and You" by Kenny Chesney
  • "Amazed" by Lonestar
  • "Tomorrow Is A Long Time" by Nickel Creek
  • "You" by Meredith Edwards
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Christian


  • "You Raise Me Up" by Josh Groban
  • "When God Made You" by Newsong and Natalie Grant
  • "I Will Be Here" by Steven Curtis Chapman



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Dances with Parents


Though these dances are becoming less and less common, many couples still participate in the tradition of dancing with one's parents. Traditional parent dances are listed below, in the order in which the generally occur within the reception.

A father/bride dance.
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A father/bride dance.


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Father & Bride Dance


The father and bride dance is regarded by some brides to be one of the most important dances other than the first dance. During this, the bride slow dances with her father (though some brides prefer to dance with their stepfather, grandfather, brother or uncle). Some brides may opt to have their dances with their mothers, especially if the father is not present or the mother was the primary caretaker. While many brides choose songs indicative or meaningful to their relationship with their fathers', others may choose more generic songs. Many of the songs listed for the first dance could also be used for the father & bride dance.

Tip: When choosing a song for this dance, be sure to read the lyrics. Some songs may sound pretty but have lyrics that may not be appropriate.


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Mother & Groom Dance

A mother/groom dance.
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A mother/groom dance.

Like the father & bride dance, the mother & groom dance is a traditional dance between the groom and his mother. Some grooms may choose to have this dance with their stepmother, grandmother, aunt, sister, or the mother of the bride if the groom's mother is not present. Some grooms choose songs that their mothers used to sing to them or that reflect their relationship. Other grooms opt for inspirational or general sentimental songs.


  • "Wind Beneath My Wings" by Bette Midler
  • "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You" by Rod Stewart
  • "You Raise Me Up" by Josh Groban
  • "A Song For Mama" by Boyz II Men
  • "You're The Inspiration" by Peter Cetera
  • "Because You Loved Me" by Celine Dion
  • "The Glory of Love" by Peter Cetera
  • "Don't Know Much" by Linda Ronstadt & Aaron Neville
  • "Greatest Love of All" by Whitney Houston
  • "Close To You" by The Carpenters
  • "What A Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong
  • "Beautiful In My Eyes" by Joshua Kadison
  • "Unforgettable" by Natalie Cole
  • "My Special Angel" by Bobby Helms
  • "Through The Years" by Kenny Rogers
  • "The Way You Look Tonight" by Frank Sinatra
  • "First Lady In My Life" by Paul Todd
  • "The Perfect Fan" by The Backstreet Boys
  • "I Am Your Child" by Barry Manilow
  • "In My Life" by The Beatles
  • "Memories" by Elvis Presley
  • "Sunrise, Sunset" from Fiddler on the Roof
  • "Grandmother, Grandmother" by Spiral Rhythm
  • "Stop Time" from Big
  • "Moon River" from Breakfast At Tiffany's (sung by Liz Callaway)
  • I Belong Here by Paige O'Hara
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