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15 Of The Most Popular Wedding Songs

Choosing wedding music can be quite the challenge. With all the wonderful and popular wedding songs that we hear, it's hard to choose just a few special ones. Here is a bit of advice on how to go about selecting the songs that you need.



First, most couples will start with "their song", and use it for either their bridal procession or as the first dance, depending on the type of music that it features. Don't have a song that is "the two of yours?" Then listen through some of your favorites to find one that speaks from the heart and says what each of you would love to say to one another.

From there, you still need to pick additional wedding music for specific portions of the ceremony and reception. You will need music for the following:

At The Ceremony:

  • the interlude - while guests are being seated
  • prelude music - played as the groomsmen & bridesmaids make their way to the front
  • the processional - played as the bride walks up the aisle
  • the recessional - played after being pronounced man and wife, & the couple leave the altar

  • Note: You may also wish to have some soloist sing, as well as music played as you sign the marriage certificate.

    At The Reception:

  • the first dance - as the newly married couple
  • the last dance - before you depart the reception
  • mother/son dance - usually right after the first dance
  • father/daughter dance - optional, although many couples now include this as well
  • cake cutting - soft background music
  • bouquet toss - lively tune
  • garter toss - lively or sexy tune while groom removes the garter and tosses it
  • dance music - a good variety of music

  • Often, couples also have some special songs that they want played during the reception, so be sure to make a list of them for your DJ or band leader (and check that they have/can play them.)

    To help make your choices a little bit easier, here are some of the most popular wedding songs that many couples have chosen for their wedding ceremonies and first dance.

    Wedding Song Title and Artist

    A Moment Lilke This - Artist: Kelly Clarkson

    All My Life - Artist: K-Ci & JoJo

    Always - Artist: Atlantic Starr

    Always and Forever - Artist: Heatwave

    Amazed - Artist: Lonestar

    At Last - Artist: Etta James

    A Whole New World - Artist: Soundtrack to Aladdin

    Because You Loved Me - Artist: Celine Dion

    By Your Side - Artist: Sade

    Everything I Do, I Do It For You - Artist: Bryan Adams

    From This Moment - Artist: Shania Twain & Bryan White)

    I Do (Cherish You) - Artist: 98 Degrees

    Me and You - Artist: Kenny Chesney

    Storybook Bride (from The Princess Bride) - Artist: Mark Knofler

    This I Promise You - Artist: 'N Sync

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