You’ve planned your big day down to the last detail. You’ve found a gorgeous dress, some beautiful flowers, an amazing location…. Now you just have to decide on a song for the first dance. Don’t overlook this as a small decision, because it can really set the tone to your day and usually it’s the one bit people actually remember! There are so many options you can go for; Traditional Romantic, Quirky Romantic, Adorable and Sweet, Funny and Cute, just plain funny and then of course, there are the Downright Disastrous. Have a look through the list below to get some inspiration of some of the most well-loved first dance songs, and some that should just be plain avoided.

Traditional Romantic songs

• I Will always love you – Whitney Houston (the most used wedding song. Like, ever)
• Don’t want to miss a thing – Aerosmith (this will make a few people emotion, if that’s what you’re after!)
• From this moment on – Shania Twain (touching and delicate, women love this one)
• You and Me – Life House (less cheesy and well known but has a rocky edge)
• Everything I do – Bryan Adams (a definite favourite and used many, many times!)

Quirky Romantic Songs

• Lucky – Jason Mraz (cute acoustic number, great lyrics too)
• Bless the broken road – Rascal flats (country / folk style but the most beautiful lyrics you’ll ever hear)
• Strange and Beautiful – Aqua Lung (perfect for the super quirky mysterious couples)
• This years love – David Gray (the perfect, understated indie song)

Adorable and Sweet songs

• I love you – The ordinary boys (not a big chart topper but a surprising favourite amongst brides)
• Everything – Michal Buble (a bit more upbeat and jazzy, but such a cute song)
• For once in my life – Frank Sinatra (for vintage and quirky couples who want a Hollywood style dance)

Funny songs (for if you want to do something different!)

• Grease Lightening – Grease Soundtrack (Get all your ushers and bridesmaids up doing the dance with you!)
• Thriller – Micheal Jackson (Sounds like an odd choice but it’s something your guests won’t forget. Have fun with it!)
• 500 miles – The Proclaimers (for the couple who doesn’t take themselves to seriously! Get your guests singing along with you)

Songs you should avoid at all costs

• Lets get it on – Marvin Gaye (because you don’t want the guests imagining your wedding night)
• Discovery Channel – Bloodhound Gang (avoid this for the same reasons as the previous song)
• I hate you so much right now – Kelis (because it will totally send out the wrong message to your new spouse)

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