Picking a wedding song is one of the most important choices you’ll make as a bride. Every time your song plays, you’ll be taken back to the emotions and love you felt as you danced for the first time as husband and wife (swoon!).
We’ve found 14 classic and fool-proof tunes that every bride should consider.
1. Mariah Carey – Lead the Way
Mariah Carey is renowned for her powerful voice and when it’s paired with passion, it’s truly magical.
Lyrics we love:
“I found myself reborn
On the day I met you
And if we move closer
Then love will take over
And lead the way”
2. Edwin McCain – I’ll Be Your Crying Shoulder
This song is perfect for all you rock lovers out there, featuring a soft beat with deep emotion.
Lyrics we love:
“Tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I’ll be captivated, I’ll hang from your lips”
3. Ed Sheeran – Thinking Out Loud
This song epitomises young and innocent love that makes our hearts flutter.
Lyrics we love:
“And, darling, I will be loving you ’til we’re 70
And, baby, my heart could still fall as hard at 23
And I’m thinking ’bout how people fall in love in mysterious ways
Maybe just the touch of a hand
Well, me – I fall in love with you every single day
And I just wanna tell you I am”
4. Ginuwine – Differences
This song is the epitome of great RnB with soulful tunes and heartfelt sentiments.
Lyrics we love:
“You make my life complete
You are so sweet, no one competes
Glad you came into my life
You blind me with your love, with you I have no sight”
5. Shania Twain – From This Moment On
There’s a reason why this song is so popular … it makes your love run high!
Lyrics we love:
“I give my hand to you with all my heart
Can’t wait to live my life with you, can’t wait to start
You and I will never be apart
My dreams came true because of you”
6. Christina Perri – A Thousand Years
Pairing her soft toned voice with genuine lyrics, this song expresses perennial love.
Lyrics we love:
“I have died every day waiting for you
Darling, don’t be afraid I have loved you
For a thousand years
I’ll love you for a thousand more”
7. Clean Bandit & Jess Glynne – Real Love
After a more upbeat and lively beat for your first dance? This is the perfect mix of passion, quirky fun and love, symbolising your unique relationship.
Lyrics we love:
“It’s in the way you look, it’s in the way you love
And I can see that this is real
It’s in the way you talk, it’s in the way you touch
And I can see”
8. American Authors – Best Day of My Life
This song lets your deep love run wild with a soft, ‘feel good’ beat that will ensure you have the best day of your life!
Lyrics we love:
“I hear it calling outside my window
I feel it in my soul
The stars were burning so bright
The sun was out ’til midnight
I say we lose control”
9. Stevie Wonder – You and I
Dance to President Obama and the first lady, Michelle Obama’s wedding song and indulge in a elite love affair.
Lyrics we love:
“Here we are on earth together,
It’s you and I,
|God has made us fall in love, it’s true,
I’ve really found someone like you”
10. Ginny Blackmore & Barry Southgate Cover of John Legend’s All of Me
We know John Legend’s version is heavenly, but if you want to put a different spin on overly used song, this cover is just as amazing!
Lyrics we love:
“’Cause all of me
Loves all of you
Love your curves and all your edges
All your perfect imperfections
Give your all to me
I’ll give my all to you
You’re my end and my beginning
Even when I lose I’m winning”
11. Mariah Carey & Luther Vandross – Endless Love
As the title says, this song is about perpetual love and with the joining of two powerful voices, this song is extraordinary at expressing a love you thought was indescribable.
Lyrics we love:
“Two hearts
Two hearts that beat as one
Our lives have just begun
And forever
I’ll hold you close in my arms
I can’t resist your charms”
12. Anita Baker – Angel
Dance to the song that was also chosen by Khloé Kardashian and Lamar Odom for their special day and live your celebrity dream!
Lyrics we love:
“Love like ours is heaven sent
Each day a day to remember
I feel so safe, feel secure with you”
13. Beyoncé – XO
This is song features uplifting lyrics, inspiring tunes that embody the great perks of love.
Lyrics we love:
“In the darkest night hour
I’ll search through the crowd
Your face is all that I see
I’ll give you everything
Baby, love me lights out”
14. Michael Bublé – Everything
Michael Bublé represents old-fashioned romance and exceptionally pairs this with a classic style adding a sophisticated touch to your special day.
Lyrics we love:
“You’re a carousel, you’re a wishing well,
And you light me up, when you ring my bell.
You’re a mystery, you’re from outer space,
You’re every minute of my every day.”
