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Music is the unsung hero of any celebration (terrible pun intended).
The songs we choose for our wedding play a fundamental role in representing the shared feelings between the couple, as well as setting an atmosphere that embodies themes of love and celebration.
But in the world of music, which is vast and wide with options, sometimes a little helping hand in selecting the best song for a wedding entrance is in order.
Wildling Weddings to the rescue….
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Party Entrance Songs
The party entrance music selection is all about getting the celebrations off to a start. Here are a few songs to pop the champers too….
- ‘I Gotta Feeling’ by The Black Eyed Peas
- ‘Raise Your Glass’ by Pink
- ‘Let’s Go’ by Calvin Harris and Ne-Yo
- ‘1999’ by Prince
- ‘Marry You’ by Bruno Mars
- ‘Can’t Stop the Feeling’ by Justin Timberlake
- ‘Let’s Get it Started’ by The Black Eyed Peas
- ‘Celebration’ by Kool & The Gang
- ‘Crazy in Love’ by Beyonce
- ‘Love at First Sight’ by Kylie Minogue
- ‘Man! I Feel Like a Woman’ by Shania Twain
- ‘Mr. Brightside’ by The Killers
- ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) by Whitney Houston
- ‘Groove is in the Heart’ by Deee-Lite
- ‘Don’t Start Now’ by Dua Lipa
- ‘Jump Around’ by House of Pain
- ‘I Bet That You Look Good on the Dancefloor’ by The Arctic Monkeys
- ‘Moves Like Jagger’ by Maroon 5 and Christina Aguilera
- ‘Just Dance’ by Lady Gaga
- ‘Get the Party Started’ by Pink
- ‘Hey Ya!’ by OutKast
- ‘Uptown Funk’ by Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson
- ‘I’m a Believer’ by The Monkees
- ‘Don’t Stop Believing’ by Journey
- ‘Dancing Queen’ by Abba
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Grand Entrance Songs
When making a grand entrance, the right track to set the right mood is crucial. Here are a few of our recommendations.
- ‘Love on Top’ by Beyonce
- ‘Love Me Like You Do’ by Ellie Goulding
- ‘Firework’ by Katy Perry
- ‘Hey Ho’ by The Lumineers
- ‘A Sky Full of Stars’ by Coldplay
- ‘Perfect Day’ by Lou Reed/Various Artists
- ‘A Thousand Miles’ by Vanessa Carlton
- ‘Everlasting Love’ by Jamie Cullen
- ‘I Will Wait’ by Mumford & Sons
- ‘What Makes You Beautiful’ by One Direction
- ‘You’ve Got The Love’ by Florence & The Machine
- ‘Stand By Me’ by Ben E. King
- ‘Lovesong’ by Adele
- ‘Everything’ by Michael Buble
- ‘Love & Marriage’ by Frank Sinatra
- ‘Love You ‘Til the End’ by The Pogues
- ‘All You Need is Love’ by The Beatles
- ‘Crazy Little Thing Called Love’ by Queen
- ‘Everything I Do (I Do it For You) – By Bryan Adams
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Bride and Groom Intro Songs (Couple Entrance Songs)
Unless you have a specific intro song in mind, these are some romantic bride and groom intro songs (couple entrance songs) to inspire a misty eye among your guests!
- ‘Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours)’ by Stevie Wonder
- ‘Let’s Stay Together’ by Al Green
- ‘Stand By Me’ by Ben E. King
- ‘I Can’t Help Falling in Love’ by Elvis Presley
- ‘Because You Loved Me’ by Celine Dion
- ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’ by Lauryn Hill
- ‘(This Will Be) An Everlasting Love’ by Natalie Cole
- ‘Only Wanna Be With You’ by Hootie & The Blowfish
- ‘You Make Lovin’ Fun’ by Fleetwood Mac
- ‘Adore You’ by Harry Styles
- ‘This Kiss’ by Faith Hill
First Dance Songs
The first dance is arguably the most romantic moment of the entire day, with many couples having ‘their song’ as the choice.
But not all couples have a song of their own – and that’s totally okay – so here are a few to give you a spot of inspo!
- ‘Unchained Melody’ by The Righteous Brothers
- ‘All of Me’ by John Legend
- ‘Wonderful Tonight’ by Eric Clapton
- ‘Everything I Do (I Do it For You) – Bryan Adams
- ‘You’re Beautiful’ by James Blunt
- ‘She’ by Elvis Costello
- ‘How Long Will I Love You’ by Ellie Goulding
- ‘Always’ by Bon Jovi
- ‘More Than Words’ by Extreme
- ‘Endless Love’ by Lional Richie
- ‘You Are So Beautiful’ by Joe Cocker
- ‘When You Say Nothing At All’ by Ronan Keating
- ‘You’re Still the One’ by Shania Twain
- ‘Always On My Mind’ by Elvis Presley
- ‘At Last’ by Etta James
- ‘Your Song’ by Elton John
- ‘God Only Knows’ by The Beach Boys
- ‘The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face’ by Roberta Flack
- ‘Wind Beneath My Wings’ by Bette Midler
- ‘Kiss Me’ by Sixpence None the Richer
- ‘Iris’ by The Goo Goo Dolls
- ‘I Don’t Wanna Miss A Thing’ by Aerosmith
- ‘You Do Something to Me’ by Paul Weller
- ‘Wild Horses’ by The Rolling Stones
- ‘A Thousand Years’ by Christina Perri
Alternative Wedding Songs
Want something a little different from the usual fodder? Ask and we shall deliver….
- ‘La Vie En Rose’ by Edith Piaf
- ‘My Immortal’ by Evanescence
- ‘Video Games’ by Lana Del Rey
- ‘Flightless Bird, American Mouth’ by Iron & Wine
- ‘I Would Die 4 U’ by Rose Couzens
- ‘I’m With You’ by Avril Lavigne
- ‘Romeo & Juliet’ by Dire Straits
- ‘Everlong’ by The Foo Fighters
- ‘The Wedding Song’ by The Yeah Yeah Yeahs
- ‘Every Time the Sun Comes Up’ by Sharon Van Etten
- ‘Nothing Else Matters’ by Metallica
- ‘Skinny Love’ by Bon Iver
- ‘Apocalypse’ by Cigarettes After Sex
Christmas Wedding Songs
A Christmas wedding can be super romantic and these festive jams simply must make an appearance on the music list…
- ‘Fairytale in New York’ by The Pogues & Kirsty McColl
- ‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’ by Brenda Lee
- ‘You Make It Feel Like Christmas’ by Gwen Stefani & Blake Shelton
- ‘What Christmas Means to Me’ by Stevie Wonder
- ‘All I Want For Christmas is You’ by Mariah Carey
- ‘It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas’ by Michael Buble
- ‘Merry Christmas, Baby’ by Otis Redding
- ‘Christmas Just Ain’t Christmas (Without the One You Love)’ by Aretha Franklin
- ‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’ by Frank Sinatra
- ‘Let It Snow’ by Dean Martin
- ‘Underneath the Tree’ by Kelly Clarkson
- ‘Christmas Tree Farm’ by Taylor Swift
- ‘Last Christmas’ by Wham
- ‘Stay Another Day’ by East 17
- ‘Santa Baby’ by Eartha Kitt
- ‘White Christmas’ by Bing Crosby
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Wedding Party Songs to Make the Oldies Get Up and Dance
Making a wedding playlist is about ensuring everyone wants to throw a shape or two – even the older generations. Here’s a few old school jams that Aunty Myrtle and Uncle Cedric will love:
- ‘Love’ by Nat King Cole
- ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’ by Frankie Valli
- ‘Dream a Little Dream of Me’ by Doris Day
- ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’ by Judy Garland
- ‘Sea of Love’ by Phil Phillips
- ‘Cupid’ by Sam Cooke
- ‘When a Man Loves a Woman’ by Percy Sledge
- ‘What a Wonderful World’ by Louis Armstrong
- ‘Cheek to Cheek’ by Fred Astaire
- ‘We Belong Together’ by Richie Valens
- ‘That’s How Strong My Love Is’ by Otis Redding
- ‘I Wanna Be Loved By Love’ by Marilyn Monroe
- ‘You Make Me Feel So Young’ by Frank Sinatra
- ‘Love & Marriage’ by Frank Sinatra
- ‘I Love You’ by Bing Crosby
- ‘Chapel of Love’ by The Dixie Cups
- ‘Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera)’ by Doris Day & Frank DeVol
- ‘I Can’t Stop Loving You’ by Ray Charles
- ‘The Way You Look Tonight’ by Tony Bennett
- ‘It Had to Be You’ by Dinah Shore
- ‘I’ve Got You Under My Skin’ by Frank Sinatra
- ‘They Say It’s Wonderful’ by John Coltrane
- ‘Blue Moon’ by Dean Martin
Songs to Make the Kids Dance
If your wedding reception is kid-friendly, a great way to ensure the little’uns don’t get bored is to incorporate a few songs that they will enjoy a boogie to:
- ‘Barbie Girl’ by Aqua
- Spongebob Squarepants theme
- ‘A Whole New World’ from Aladdin
- ‘Hakuna Matata’ from The Lion King
- ‘Butterfly Fly Away’ by Miley Cyrus
- ‘Baby Shark’ by Pinkfong
- ‘Let it Go’ from Frozen
Father-Daughter Dance Songs
The bride’s dance with her old man can be a special moment, and here are some beautiful suggestions to ensure there isn’t a dry eye in the house!
- ‘Father and Son’ by Cat Stevens
- ‘My Girl’ by The Temptations
- ‘Daughters’ by John Mayer
- ‘Sweet Child ‘O Mine’ by Guns ‘N’ Roses
- ‘My Wish’ by Rascal Flatts
- ‘When You Need Me’ by Bruce Springsteen
- ‘I Loved Her First’ by Heartland
- ‘I Hope You Dance’ by Lee Ann Womack
- ‘You Are The Sunshine of My Life’ by Stevie Wonder
- ‘Daddy’s Little Girl’ by The Shires
- ‘Daughter’ by Loudon Wainwright III
- ‘Dance With My Father’ by Luther Vandross
- ‘Dance With My Daughter’ by Jason Blaine
- ‘Fathers and Daughters’ by Michael Bolton
FAQs
There is no one wedding entrance song that is superior to all other song choices – the chosen track depends entirely on the couple and their tastes and preferences.
Many couples have ‘their song’, which can be a tune they danced to on their first date or something shared early in the relationship that symbolises the feelings shared between the two.
Wedding DJ prices vary depending on the experience of the DJ and the time of year, but couples can expect to pay between £300 to £1000 for a full wedding set.
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