Because your playlist sets the mood, builds energy, and gives your wedding its soundtrack moments.
Wedding planning isn’t all champagne toasts and dress fittings, sometimes it’s spreadsheets, stress pimples, and random family drama about the seating chart.
That’s why every Gen Z bride needs a survival kit, and no, I’m not talking about blotting papers or emergency safety pins. I mean a playlist. The kind of playlist that makes you cry about how in love you are one second, then scream-sing into a hairbrush the next.
These songs aren’t just background noise, they’re therapy sessions, pep talks, and honeymoon daydreams wrapped into three-minute bangers.
1. Juno – Sabrina Carpenter
“Juno” is basically stealing the reference game: Sabrina Carpenter name-drops the 2007 film Juno and spins it into a fantasy about commitment, growing up, intimacy, and yes, even thinking about starting something serious. This track screams both “I’m so in love” and “What the heck did I sign up for” in the best way.
2. So American – Olivia Rodrigo
This song takes you straight back to the “he texted me goodnight” days. It’s nostalgic, playful, and exactly what you need when your stylist is yelling about hair spray and you’re spiraling about napkin colors. Basically, Olivia Rodrigo is here to remind you: this whole circus started because you two were cute and dumb in love.
3. Angel Baby – Troye Sivan
Troye Sivan knows how to capture vulnerability. Angel Baby is perfect for the moments when you’re alone in your wedding prep room, headphones in, trying to calm your nerves. It’s soft, intimate, and makes you feel seen, like someone gets how wild wedding nerves + anticipation combo can be.
4. Lagi – BINI
This is a bubblegum pop bop that’s light, bright, and fresh, exactly what you might need when you’re feeling overwhelmed by vendor calls and guest lists.
“Lagi” (means “always”) by Filipino girl group BINI gives hopeful energy, reminding you that love is constant, even when the stress isn’t. Also, upbeat enough for lip-syncing while you blow-dry.
5. Man I Need – Olivia Dean
Olivia Dean is basically saying “this man better be worth it” and honestly, same. Perfect for blasting while the glam team is contouring you into another dimension. It’s empowering, sassy, and a nice reminder that after all this stress, you’re still ending up with the man you need (and hopefully deserve).
6. Moonlit Floor (Kiss Me) – Lisa
This track is romantic and dreamy. If you picture yourself stepping into twilight with fairy lights, dress shimmering, this is that mood. Great for moments like when the mirror tells you you look good, or when you pause and take in how far you’ve come.
7. Supernatural – Ariana Grande
Drama + love + big vocals = Supernatural. Use this one when you’re in the final stretch of prep, maybe after makeup is perfect but shoes aren’t, or when you’re staring at the aisle for the first time. It feels powerful, like love transcending everything, including the chaos of getting ready.
8. Daisies – Justin Bieber
This one’s for when you need a deep breath between lipstick touch-ups and bridesmaid drama. Justin Bieber’s soft vocals make everything feel lighter, like the part in a rom-com where the couple runs through a field in slow motion. Basically: if the wedding prep has you spiraling, Daisies is your reminder that love is supposed to feel like sunshine, not like screaming at the caterer.
9. Soft Spot – Keshi
Tender, delicate, and sweet, like that first “I love you” text that made you squeal into your pillow. Play this while you’re slipping into jewelry or spraying your wedding perfume. It’s low-key enough to calm the nerves, but emotional enough to make you ugly-cry in a cute way.
10. Messy – ROSÉ
Because let’s be real: weddings are messy. The flowers are late, the flower girl is screaming, and you just smudged lipstick on your robe. ROSÉ makes the chaos sound beautiful, so you can laugh through the meltdowns instead of threatening to elope.
11. OMG – NewJeans
Modern, fresh, and playful. OMG brings just enough energy to shake out the stress, but not so much that you’re overproduced. Might be perfect when you’re finishing the nails or putting on your shoes something to make you smile wildly.
12. Everything Is Romantic – Charli XCX
Charli XCX does romance with a wink. This song makes you believe in cinematic love while still knowing it’s real life with mess. Good for those prepping scenes: putting on your veil, last lash, last zip.
13. Die With a Smile – Lady Gaga ft. Bruno Mars
Big, theatrical, but heartfelt. This is the song for the moment you face the mirror and see that bridal glow, or when you take a deep breath before walking out. Because sometimes you want to feel epic.
14. Love – Lana Del Rey
If prepping for your wedding doesn’t feel like a Lana Del Rey song, you’re doing it wrong. Slow, cinematic, and dripping with nostalgia, it’s perfect for those quiet shots where you’re writing a love note or hugging your mom. Lana makes even your pre-ceremony jitters feel like timeless art.
15. Love – Tate McRae ft. Kid Laroi
Modern, slightly raw, emotionally honest. This version of “Love” feels like re-reading old texts, remembering that first “I love you,” wanting honeymoon, wanting forever. Great for playlists when putting on your wedding perfume, or just before walking in front of mirror.
So whether you’re sipping iced coffee in your bridal robe, ugly-crying over vows that aren’t done yet, or twirling around your kitchen because “holy crap, I’m getting married,” this playlist has your back.
It’s the soundtrack to the chaos, the romance, and the vibes of being this generation’s bride. Weddings are stressful, but at least your playlist doesn’t have to be.
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