The Best Wedding Songs for Every Moment
If there’s one wedding detail you and your guests will remember without realizing it, it’s the music. Long after the celebration ends, certain songs can instantly bring back memories. Getting ready, the walk down the aisle, your last dance: every part of the day has its own soundtrack. If you’re building your wedding playlist, we’ve rounded up the best wedding songs for every moment worth celebrating!
Wedding Day Getting Ready Songs
Your morning sets the tone for everything ahead. Choose songs that help everyone relax, laugh, and soak it all in. Some couples love upbeat pop hits. Others prefer slower acoustic favorites. The best getting-ready playlists feel fun, personal, and full of excitement.
- “Love on Top,” by Beyoncé
- “Birds of a Feather,” by Billie Eilish
- “Here Comes the Sun,” by The Beatles
- “Dreams,” by Fleetwood Mac
- “Put Your Records On,” by Corinne Bailey Rae
- “My Wish,” by Rascal Flatts
- “Loving Is Easy,” by Rex Orange County
Wedding Ceremony Processional Songs
Walking down the aisle deserves music that feels true to you and your partner. Traditional instrumentals remain timeless, while acoustic versions of modern love songs are equally beautiful. The right processional song helps create one of the day’s most emotional moments.
- “Joy of My Life,” by Chris Stapleton
- “Perfect,” by Ed Sheeran
- “Beyond,” by Leon Bridges
- “Heartbeats,” by Jose Gonzalez
- “A Thousand Years,” by Christina Perri
Wedding Ceremony Recessional Songs
You just got married, so this is your chance to celebrate! Your recessional song should feel joyful, energetic, and full of excitement as you head back up the aisle together. This is often one of the happiest songs you’ll hear all day.
- “Signed, Sealed, Delivered,” by Stevie Wonder
- “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love),” by Natalie Cole
- “Home,” by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros
- “You Are the Best Thing,” by Ray LaMontagne
- “Real Love Baby,” by Father John Misty
- “Something Just Like This,” by The Chainsmokers & Coldplay
- “Be My Baby,” by The Ronettes
Wedding Grand Entrance Songs
Your reception entrance is the perfect opportunity to show your personality. High energy, something playful, or a nostalgic favorite can all work, as long as your entrance music gets everyone excited for the celebration ahead. These songs are also great for wedding party entrances.
- “Can’t Hold Us,” by Macklemore
- “Heroes (We Could Be),” by Alesso & Tove Lo
- “Crazy in Love,” by Beyoncé & JAY-Z
- “Bring Em Out,” by T.I.
- “Don’t Stop the Party,” by Pitbull & TJR
Cocktail Hour + Dinner Music
Dinner playlists deserve more attention than they often receive. Soft background music helps conversations flow while creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere. A relaxed mix keeps the energy comfortable while guests enjoy the meal.
- “Fly Me to the Moon,” by Shoby and Izzie Naylor
- “Just the Two of Us,” by Yann Muller
- “Forever After All,” by Luke Combs
- “Lover,” by Taylor Swift
- “Baby I’m Yours,” by Arctic Monkeys
- “Adore You,” by Harry Styles
- “Butterflies,” by Kacey Musgraves
First Dance Songs
Your first dance song tells your story, starting with the moment you met. It does not have to be trendy or expected. The best choice is simply one that means something to both of you. Years from now, hearing that song should bring you right back to this moment.
- “All of Me,” by John Legend
- “There’s the Sun,” by Zach Top
- “From the Ground Up,” by Dan + Shay
- “Marry You,” by Bruno Mars
- “Ordinary,” by Alex Warren
- “At Last,” by Etta James
- “In Your Love,” by Tyler Childers
Open Dancing Songs
Once dinner ends, it’s time to get everyone on the dance floor. A great mix gets guests of every age involved and keeps the energy high throughout the night. This is where your biggest party songs can really shine.
- “Dancing Queen,” by ABBA
- “Mr. Brightside,” by The Killers
- “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” by Whitney Houston
- “September,” by Earth, Wind & Fire
- “Unwritten,” by Natasha Bedingfield
- “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” by ABBA
- “Doses & Mimosas,” by Cherub
- “All the Small Things,” by Blink-182
- “Everybody (Backstreet’s Back),” by Backstreet Boys
- “Uptown Funk,” by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars
Wedding Grand Exit Songs
Sparklers, bubbles, glow sticks, or a line of cheering guests: your exit deserves its own soundtrack. End the night with a song that feels celebratory and leaves everyone smiling as you begin your next chapter together.
- “Cuz I Love You” by Lizzo
- “Tongue Tied,” by Grouplove
- “Come on Eileen,” by Dexys Midnight Runners
- “Golden,” by Harry Styles
- “We Found Love,” by Rihanna & Calvin Harris
- “Electric Love” by BØRNS
How Our Akron DJs Build Your Wedding Playlist
Every Akron DJ package includes five hours of DJ time, a professionally trained emcee who handles your announcements and introductions, LED dance floor lighting, a two-speaker sound system, and a wireless microphone. Your DJ takes the songs you pick for each moment above and plans when each one plays, so your entrance, first dance, and exit all land at the right time.
Want your DJ to play the ceremony as well? The Signature Plus DJ package adds a one-hour ceremony and the extra equipment it needs, so your processional and recessional songs come through clearly. Request DJ pricing to check your date.
The best wedding playlist feels personal and tells your story with every song. For even more inspiration, check out our Spotify playlists with song ideas for every wedding day moment. Then visit our Instagram to see our DJs in action and catch behind-the-scenes moments from real weddings.
