Wedding Music

Coldplay Wedding Songs

2011-08-04T01:42:00.000-07:00

Coldplay is an amazing band known for a number of popular tunes. Many of Coldplay's songs make perfect wedding songs.

Whether you would like a beautiful and soft tune like "Yellow" playing at your wedding (or reception or would love something slightly less traditional (but still absolutely beautiful) like "Green Eyes" playing, having Coldplay as a part of your wedding is a way to express your love for one another, while keeping it fun for the two of you and your guests.

Celine Dion Wedding Songs

2011-07-28T18:05:00.000-07:00

Many of Celine Dion's hits are used in weddings. Her powerful ballads speak of love that lasts forever. Each note and lyric in her songs are absolutely beautiful. Because of this, her songs are incredibly popular choices to set the tone at a wedding reception and even the wedding ceremony itself.

"Because You Loved Me" is an amazingly versatile song that can be used for the bridal entrance, the father daughter dance, and even the father song dance. "Power of Love" is such a powerful song that has a romantic feeling which makes it a great option for the first dance at the wedding reception.

Frank Sinatra Wedding Songs

2011-07-28T17:56:00.000-07:00

Frank Sinatra is known for writing and singing some fabulous love songs, many of which are popular for weddings and wedding receptions.

"My Funny Valentine" makes a perfect father daughter dance, while songs like "New York, New York", "As Time Goes By", "The Way You Look Tonight", and "All the Way" are great choices for a last dance. While many Frank Sinatra songs are well-suited for a last dance, they also make for amazing first dance songs. Remember: It's your wedding, choose the music that will fit the mood for your guests and for how the two of you feel about each other.

Minuet in G - Bach

2011-07-27T17:03:00.000-07:00

Johann Sebastian Bach's Minuet in G, is a classical piece that is delicate, yet upbeat. This piece is not as heavy as most classical music choices for the prelude to wedding ceremonies which makes it great for brides wanting to create a sophisticate, but not overly dramatic feeling. The notes will sound almost like lace floating over your guests as it plays softly in the background. The light and airy tune will leave a joyous feeling of anticipation as your guests gather and talk prior to the beginning of your wedding ceremony.

Air on The G String - Bach

2011-07-27T16:59:00.000-07:00

Air on a G-string from Johann Sebastian Bach's 3rd orchestral suite in D major, is a popular and extremely beautiful choice for a prelude at wedding ceremonies. This classical tune will fill the air with music that's almost magic. It will carry your guests into the ceremony with a light, yet sophisticated melody that creates a lighthearted, calm but festive mood. This instrumental will provide a wonderful beginning as your guests enter, gather and wait for your beautiful wedding ceremony to begin.

Your Smiling Face by James Taylor

2011-07-27T16:56:00.000-07:00

"Your Smiling Face" by James Taylor is the perfect song for you and you dad to dance the father daughter dance to at your wedding reception. Your father will take you in his arms; you'll smile and for the millionth time wrap his heart around your little finger. That smile and that little pout have always been able to change his mind and lift his spirits. You have been a joy in his life and always will be. This song will remind him of all these little things and bring sentimental thoughts to the two of you on your last day as his little girl.

You Are So Beautiful by Joe Cocker

2011-07-27T16:52:00.000-07:00

"You Are So Beautiful" by Joe Cocker can make for an amazing father daughter dance. Everyone will feel the heartfelt lyrics and melody to this song and see how lovely you and your father look dancing together. The song is likely to bring your dad memories of you playing with dolls or having tea parties. He watched you grow up and helped you become the person you are today. You are so beautiful to him and he will always have a place in his heart for you and his memories of your childhood.

Turn Around by Harry Belafonte

2011-07-27T16:48:00.000-07:00

"Turn Around" by Harry Belafonte is an extremely touching song about a father watching his tiny girl grow up and become a young wife. This is a perfect father daughter song to choose if your father is the sentimental type. This song is soft, sweet and filled with emotion. Be careful, though, this song if very heartfelt and likely to bring a tear to his eye and to the eyes of your guests. Your father will feel that you've grown up so quickly -- wondering where the years have gone. He will still see the baby you once were, the little girl, and now here you are a young bride starting out a life with your new husband.

Thank Heaven for Little Girls by The Lennon Sisters

2011-07-27T16:39:00.000-07:00

The perfect song for any father daughter dance at a wedding reception is "Thank Heaven for Little Girls" by the Lennon Sisters. When this song was first released, it became an instant classic and a wedding favorite because of its sweet melody and touching lyrics.

Show your father (and your guests) how important he was in your life by dancing to this song with him at your wedding reception. It will truly be a moment he will never forget. You have been one of the greatest joys of your father's life. When the notes of this song start to play, wedding guests will instantly recognize and appreciate the classic sentiment that it conveys. Your father thanked heaven the day you were born and every day since he has been in awe of his treasure.

Sunrise Sunset - Fiddler On the Roof

2011-06-04T21:17:00.000-07:00

If you're looking for another great song for your wedding reception, consider "Sunrise, Sunset" from Fiddler on the Roof. This song is a touching selection that is perfect for the father and daughter dance during a wedding reception. This song is full of emotion that will make your father feel as if it were just yesterday that he could pick you up and carry you on his shoulders.

Your dad will wonder where the years went, but be happy that he got to share this day with you to this beautiful song. Time may have flown since you were a little girl, now grown up and married, but this song will flow through the two of you as you dance to the classic melody and perfect lyrics.

Top 10 Most Beautiful Wedding Love Songs

2011-05-28T01:31:00.000-07:00

Finding the perfect songs for your wedding can be easy with these beautiful love songs. Having the right music selection for your wedding can show your guests how much you and your loved one truly feel for each other. Each song has its own feelings, but all resemble love. Finding the right song that distinctly rings true for your love is the best way to make your wedding uniquely yours.

This list contains many of the most romantic wedding love songs that have ever been written. By choosing of the many beautiful songs mentioned here, you will have a beautiful wedding complete with the perfect music that you will remember as time goes on for you and your one true love.

Annie's Song
Although, Annie's Song by John Denver was written and recorded in 1974, it continues to be one of the most popular song played at weddings. Perhaps this is due to the beautiful lyrics along with the wonderful melody that are so much a part of this song. What you may not know is that this song was written as an ode to his then-wife Annie in just over ten minutes while Denver was thinking of her as he was riding up a ski lift. What makes this song perfect for any wedding is that Denver does not actually say the name "Annie" anywhere in the song.

Here Comes the Sun
"Here Come the Sun" is a beautiful song to play when you want your wedding guests to know how much your loved one lights up your life. This Beatles song was highly popular when it was first released and continues to be a popular song. This song is perhaps one of George Harrison's best known songs and contributions to The Beatles. Whether you're a Beatles fan or want to share a great song at your wedding, "Here Comes the Sun" is a great song that will create an unforgettable experience on the big day!

Can't Help Falling in Love with You
"Can't Help Falling in Love with You" is a beautiful choice for a wedding as it conveys the message of true love. This is why it is so popular at weddings. This song was originally released in October 1961, but continues to be popular as many artists have covered the song including UB40 whose cover topped charts in 1993. This wedding love song will truly help make the day that you marry your true love a memorable one.

How Sweet It Is
Many people know of "How Sweet It Is" as that James Taylor song, but what you may not be aware of is that this is actually a cover of Marvin Gaye's original. Regardless of who sings the song best, it is an absolutely wonderful song to play at a wedding whether it is for a dance or just music played in the background at the reception. The lyrics, "How sweet it is to be loved by you" will ring true for the bride and groom as they share their wedding day together. It doesn't get any better than this!

Then He Kissed Me
"Then He Kissed Me" is a great song for any bride or bride-to-be who is is deeply in love with her groom. This song is an upbeat, fun song from the early 1960s recorded by The Crystals. Later, the Beech Boys changed some of the song lyrics in order to fit the title, "And Then I Kissed Her." Using the Beach Boys version alongside the Crystals version would be a great way to make your wedding unique and show your guests the love that the two of you share for each other. The energy in the song will make it fun for everyone!

The Way You Look Tonight
A list of the best wedding love songs would not be complete without at least one Frank Sinatra song. Frank Sinatra could dominate any wedding must-have list, so we'll keep it to just one song. That said, go check out more of Frank Sinatra's work to hear some great songs for a wedding. The Way You Look Tonight is perhaps one of Sinatra's greatest and makes for a perfect song at a wedding and chances are you've heard it at a wedding whether it be a friend's wedding or wedding you've seen in a movie. This song is always enchanting and never gets old. It is as timeless as love.

Everything I Do
You may know "Everything I Do" by Bryan Adams from the end of the 1991 version of Robin Hood starring Costner. It is a brilliant love song that shares how you would do anything for your loved one. This song is absolutely beautiful and nothing short of epic, which alone would make it perfect for a wedding. Bryan Adams puts a ton of passion in the melody and the lyrics really do his singing style justice. It's not overly cheesy, either, as many love songs from the early 90's and late 80's were.

Amazed
Amazed by Lonestar is one of the more modern songs on the list, but really is already a classic love song. This song does have a strong country feel so it might not be for everyone, but its lyrics will ring true for any bride and groom. This song is about how strong love is and how much a groom (or bride) would want to spend an eternity with their one true love. By hearing this song you will be wrapped in that same loving feeling you will feel on your wedding day which makes it a perfect song selection.

Endless Love
Endless Love was originally recorded as a duet by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie and used in the Brooke Shields film with the same title. Later, Mariah Carey and Luther Vandross recorded a duet of the song making it popular again. Recently, the cast of Glee also did a cover of the song. Those looking to use this beautiful song have a number of versions to choose from whether it's the timeless original version or the hot, new Glee version. Whichever version is chosen, the lyrics and melody are essentially the same... all giving the same feeling to the bride, groom, and wedding guests -- that of endless love.

All My Life
Those who remember K-Ci & Jojo know the song "All My Life." While this band is also known for another love song, "Crazy" which you also should check out, the song "All My Life" is slightly more popular for weddings. This song speaks of a true love worth waiting for and will share with your guests the fact that the person you've just married is the person you've waited all your life for. You feel so happy that you've finally found "the one" and this song will show that to everyone, including your loved one.

These are just a few of the greatest wedding love songs that you can choose for your wedding. There are literally hundreds of songs you can choose from, but these are love songs that have withstood the test of time. Like your love for each other, these songs will continue to be timeless. If you have chosen other songs for your wedding, please share them below so we can hear stories about which music made your wedding perfect.

She's Leaving Home by The Beatles

2011-03-10T22:02:00.000-08:00

"She's Leaving Home" by The Beatles expresses that little bit of sadness that touches the heart of every father as he gives away his precious daughter to the one she loves. He wants to see her happy and knows that she truly is, but still there is that little sadness. His little girl is leaving. You will hear this song declare that emotion in a soft, sweet way making it perfect for the father daughter dance at the wedding reception. The song is perfect for any wedding. Whether your guests are fans of the Beatles or not, they will enjoy this beautiful song as you dance the father daughter dance at the reception to this touching melody.

My Funny Valentine by Frank Sinatra

2010-10-14T17:14:00.000-07:00

"My Funny Valentine" has been played by many artists and whether you choose the version by Carly Simon, Chaka Khan, Chris Botti (instrumental), etc, your father will find this to be the perfect song for the father/daughter dance. He was there teaching you to catch a ball in your tomboy stage and sitting through tea parties when you were a little girl. No matter your latest fad, he was always there. You are in his heart and he will always be in yours. Let this song proclaim it to the world.

Lean On Me by Bill Withers

2010-10-14T17:06:00.000-07:00

"Lean On Me" by Bill Withers is an extremely popular song at wedding receptions, especially for the father/daughter dance -- and for good reason! As your father takes you in his strong arms, you know that he will always be there for you. He has been the foundation that you could lean on if life hurt you. Today you are a new bride, but you are still and will always be his daughter and he will always be there for you.

Daddy's Hands by Holly Dunn

2010-10-14T17:03:00.000-07:00

While dancing the father/daughter dance to "Daddy's Hands" by Holly Dunn, you will be looking back over the years. Your father could speak volumes with a single look. You remember most of all that holding his hand you felt safe. Even today, as you start your new life you know that he will be there for you - and you smile.

Daddy's Little Girl by Al Martino

2010-10-14T17:01:00.000-07:00

Perhaps one of the most underrated songs perfect for the father/daughter dance is "Daddy's Little Girl" by Al Martino. Your father may not have ever told you how it felt to see you off to your first day of school or wave goodbye as you moved into your own place. Nevertheless, this song says it for him. It is a classic that spans the years with a message of the love a parent has for their child.

You Are The Sunshine of My Life by Stevie Wonder

2010-10-14T16:52:00.000-07:00

The title of the song, "You Are The Sunshine of My Life" by Stevie Wonder says it all. You are the sunshine of your mother's life. You are her little boy, grown into manhood. Now you're heading out into life and taking with you the love, wisdom and faith she has given you through the years. That special love will always be there. By sharing this song with her and those at your wedding reception during the mother/son dance, you are showing everyone how important your mother has been in your life.

What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong

2010-10-14T16:50:00.000-07:00

It is your special day, but it is also special to your mother. One of the best ways to celebrate this is to dance the mother/son dance to "What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong. Your mother has wanted the very best for you since before you were born. You look at her smile and think that you have been blessed with two wonderful ladies -- your new bride and the wonderful lady you are holding in your arms right now.

Unforgettable by Nat King Cole

2010-10-14T16:46:00.000-07:00

"Unforgettable" by Nat King Cole is the perfect song for the groom to share with his mother. There's a new lady in your life but you will never forget the one you are dancing with. Your mother has been there for you your entire life. You share memories that still make you smile. The lady in your arms as you dance the mother/son dance is truly unforgettable.

Through the Years by Kenny Rogers

2010-10-14T16:43:00.000-07:00

As you dance the mother/son dance to "Through the Years" by Kenny Rogers, you remember the toys you put in the bathtub, the windows you broke trying to learn to throw a baseball, and the science experiment that exploded all over the kitchen floor. Through it all, your mom has been there. She always forgave and made everything better. This song tells your guests just how much she means to you.

Loves Me Like a Rock by Paul Simon

2010-09-24T16:31:00.000-07:00

The title says it all, "Loves Me Like a Rock" by Paul Simon reminds many grooms that when growing up they knew that when everyone else turned away, their mom would still be on their side. She was your No. 1 cheerleader. Her love was and always will be as strong and powerful as a rock. The upbeat melody tells the world how much she means to you.

Could I Have This Dance by Anne Murray

2010-09-24T16:29:00.001-07:00

"Could I Have This Dance" by Anne Murray is one of the top mother/son dance songs as it often brings back many memories for the mother of the groom. You don’t remember it, but your mom does -- the first time you two danced, she was probably holding her little newborn bundle of joy in her arms. There are many types of love but one of the strongest and most lasting is the love of a mother for her child. You dance with your Mom and know that kind of love is forever.

Blessed by Elton John

2010-09-24T16:25:00.000-07:00

She will always be your special lady, which is why "Blessed" by Elton John is the perfect song for the mother/son dance. You will always be her little boy. She wishes you happiness and joy. She wishes you love that lasts a lifetime. You embrace your mother and float over the dance floor. You see the smile on her face and know her lasting wish is that your marriage will be blessed.

Your Love is King by Sade

2010-05-30T19:48:00.001-07:00

Take the floor for your first dance to the sultry, sexy song, "Your Love is King" by Sade. Passion is white hot in this melody and it embraces you in desire. Your guests will have your attention for the next song but right here, right now, there are only two people on earth. You and you love. This song was recently made popular from being featured in the movie Bridget Jones' Diary: The Edge of Reason.

Moondance by Van Morrison

2010-05-30T19:47:00.000-07:00

"Moondance" by Van Morrison is a beautiful song for a first dance. This song is upbeat and filled will passion. You want to touch, to hold, and to romance your love. You are filled with desire and the one you want and you need is now yours forever. Celebrate your passion with this song.