Top 7 First Dance Songs for Every Style
Wedding planning and need ideas for your first dance as a married couple? Check out these top 10 song choices from a variety of genres for some great ideas!
At Last by Etta James
Love certainly does not follow a linear path, and the lovely Etta James reminds us of that in her top hit, “At Last”. This song literally feels like the dawn after the darkest night, like the first day you can breathe through your nose again after being sick, like when you’re cutting wrapping paper and it starts to glide- AT LAST!
Watch our “Quarantine Recording” of SCM’s string trio + flute
2. First Day of My Life by Conor Oberst
Are you looking for a more intimate, indie style love song? Then look no further than Conor Oberst of Bright Eyes! This timeless, yet modern hit has been reminding us all of that special someone since 2005. This song creates a quiet, intimate atmosphere that will enthrall your wedding guests in your first dance as a couple.
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3. Your Song by Elton John
“You can tell everybody, this is your song”! Elton John’s personal love song to his partner has turned into a timeless love song for us all. More than a classic, this is a beautifully intimate, and meaningful song choice for any couple to dance to. The lyrics are simple, but deep at the same time- life is simply more wonderful with you in it.
4. A Thousand Years by Christina Perri
Feel like you knew your partner in another life time? Like every second of your life up until this moment was preparing you for this love and family that you’re a part of now? That’s what this song by Christina Perri is about. It’s not about literally knowing someone for a thousand years (obviously), instead, it’s about relationships that are eternal, and have no bounds.
Listen to our harpist play this modern hit
5. In Case you Didn’t Know by Brett Young
If you’re a country fan, then this is the perfect modern first dance song for you! It’s catchy, and has a great beat for slow dancing for a first wedding dance. We aren’t all the best with words, which Brett Young captures in this country hit, declaring that if it wasn’t obvious, he hopes his love knows how much she really means and is appreciated.
6. You Are the Best Thing by Ray Lamontagne
Did you Know Ray Lamontagne is a Maine native? So are we at Seacoast Ceremonial Music! Not only are the harmonies and melodies in this song absolutely phenomenal, but the words are timeless, and absolutely perfect. “It’s been a long day, baby. . .you know I need you around. . because you are the best thing.” Aren’t we all just looking for the perfect mate to “come home to” after a long day?
Watch our Reception Band performing, “You Are the Best Thing”
7. Is This Love by Bob Marley
If you’re looking for a light, intimate reggae hit, with an upbeat vibe to it, then look no further! “Is This Love” by Bob Marley is such a fun way to kick off your journey together as a married couple. The lyrics to this song are similar to vows spoken at a wedding; “I wanna love you, and treat you right”, so simple, yet so powerful.
No matter what you decide, we are ready to turn your wedding music dreams into a reality at Seacoast Ceremonial Music! These are just some suggestions based off of our years of experience performing live music in the wedding industry in New England!
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