Picking a song for your first dance at your wedding is hard. It should be meaningful, but not too obscure. Moving, but not sad. And most importantly, it should allow your guests to focus on you and your new spouse as much as possible! DJ G Events has gone through our archives of past weddings and selected the following top first dance songs that you could consider as your big day approaches.
Perfect by Ed Sheeran and Beyonce
Can’t go wrong with Ed Sheeran and Queen Bey. This song is mesmerizing, timeless, and sure to please. The only possible knock is that it might be pretty popular and heavily used in many weddings.
House Of My Soul by Langhorne Slim
Upbeat and fun, this track is set to make your guests start clapping along as you and your new spouse take to the dance floor for the first time as a married couple. Kind of a bluegrass / country vibe, but still keeps a popular beat that should work for anyone.
Is This Love by Bob Marley & The Wailers
This track is not only one of the happiest songs I can think of, but it was also DJ G’s very own first dance! Share the love with a seldom used reggae beat, and have your guests remember your first dance as something a little different.
How Will I Know by Whitney Houston (Sam Smith cover)
I love me some Sam Smith! If your DJ can find out where to purchase this track, or legally play it, then you should go for it! Just give this cover a listen and email me if it doesn’t bring a tear to your eye. Gorgeous!
I Will Follow You by Toulouse
It doesn’t get much prettier than this. This Nigerian singer takes on a classic track and creates a modern masterpiece that is moving, interesting, and totally dynamic.
Forever by Ben Harper
Moving lyrics and a charmin soft voice give this track the oomph needed to make it a great first dance choice. Maybe a little too soft for some, but just right for others. Give this a listen and make it your first dance to remember!
There Will Be Time by Mumford & Sons feat. Baaba Maal
Looking for something non-traditional, but modern? Check out this track by Mumford and Sons featuring Baaba Maal – a Senegalise singer who absolutely knocks his verse and hooks out of the park. Can’t miss with this unique track.