When choosing a list of songs for your big day, it means that you’ve handled all the big planning parts and you’ve come to the fun details. While this is your day, and you may have a lot of favorite songs, you need to be careful with your choice because some are simply unsuitable for such an occasion. So, let us help you make your list and avoid all those “do not play” songs at your Las Vegas wedding!
What songs to avoid on your special day?
When creating your list, you should consider that many of the songs that might come to your mind are considered breakup or cliché. Some of them are even overplayed tunes. Therefore, let’s see which wedding songs to avoid while celebrating your love story.
Overplayed Tunes
Tracks that people have listened to over and over again are mood breakers. These do-not-play wedding songs can easily ruin the atmosphere, so it’s better to avoid them if you want to keep your guests happy. Some of these include:
- Bee Gees – Stayin’ Alive
- Gloria Estefan – Conga
- Whitney Houston – I Will Always Love You
- Tina Turner – Simply The Best
- Beyonce – Single Ladies
Cliché Songs
Well, there are just some songs people expect because they are dancy and upbeat. However, the dancy features do not mean that your guests enjoy them. So, make sure that you don’t include these tracks on your playlist:
- ABBA – Dancing Queen
- Vanilla Ice – Ice Ice Baby
- Gloria Gaynor – I Will Survive
- Los Del Rio – Macarena
- Chicken Dance
Breakup/Inappropriate Songs
It goes without saying that breakup songs are completely inappropriate. They are usually sad, and their lyrics match neither the setting nor the occasion. Examples of such tunes are:
- U2 – Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For
- Echo & the Bunnymen – Nothing Lasts Forever
- Greg Kihn Band – The Breakup Song
- Adele – Someone Like You
- Phil Collins – Easy Lover
Songs with Negative Connotations
Even if a song has a great beat and melody, its lyrics might not be suitable for a wedding celebration. Songs with negative or controversial connotations can bring down the joyous atmosphere. Here are some examples:
- The Police – Every Breath You Take – While often mistaken for a love song, the lyrics actually describe obsessive and possessive behavior, which isn’t the best theme for a wedding.
- Kanye West – Gold Digger – This track, although popular, can be perceived as offensive and might not be suitable for a family-friendly event.
- Queen – Another One Bites the Dust – Despite its catchy tune, the title and lyrics are better suited for a different kind of celebration.
- Joy Division – Love Will Tear Us Apart – This iconic song is not appropriate for a wedding given its themes of love falling apart.
- Johnny Cash – I Walk the Line – Though a beautiful song, it reflects themes of struggle and fidelity that might not fit the celebratory mood of a wedding.
Crafting the Perfect Playlist
Choosing tunes for your big day might be challenging, but remember, you have plenty of options, and your DJ can take the reins to create a playlist tailored to your preferences. Complete Weddings + Events Las Vegas offers planning prep steps so you can easily list your must-plays (and do-not-plays) to ensure you’re hearing your favorite soundtrack on that special night!
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