Wedding Morning Playlist
- At June 13, 2012
- By SociaLife
- In Advice
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Before a bride heads over to that “Chapel of Love”, one thing is for sure, she will spend hours getting ready! While getting her makeup and hair done, many brides use this time to begin celebrating with their closest friends. Bridal parties often arrive early in the morning, equipped with bottles of champagne, breakfast goodies and of course, tons of upbeat tunes. With so many love songs in existence, creating a wedding playlist for the bride can make those few nerve wracking hours feel extra special. Here is a list of my favorite 25 songs that can be played before attending any wedding.
- “Goin’ To The Chapel” by the Dixie Cups
- “Wishin’ And Hopin’” by Ani Difranco
- “Today I Met The Boy I’m Going To Marry” by Darlene Love
- “Ever Ever After” by Carrie Underwood
- “I Do” by Colbie Caillat
- “Marry You” by Bruno Mars
- “Wedding Bell Blues” by the cast of Glee
- “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” by the Beach Boys
- “Glamorous” by Fergie
- “Girls Just Want To Have Fun” by Cyndi Lauper
- “Love Story” by Taylor Swift
- “It’s In His Kiss” by Cher
- “Perfect Day” by Hoku
- “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” by Beyonce
- “Unwritten” by Natasha Bedingfield
- “My Life Would Suck Without You” by Kelly Clarkson
- “Crazy In Love” by Beyonce
- “Say Hey (I Love You)” by Michael Franti
- “White Wedding” by Billy Idol
- “You’re The One That I Want” from Grease
- “I Say A Little Prayer (Reggae Mix)” by Dianna King
- “I Gotta Feeling” from the Black Eyed Peas
- “This Will Be” by Natalie Cole
- “True Blue” by Madonna
- “Get Me To The Church On Time” by Frank Sinatra
All of these great songs can be downloaded off iTunes or you can listen to them by clicking on the link. If you wish to add to this list, you may want to consider the following:
Keep the songs upbeat. While “Endless Love” may describe the happy couple, the song itself can be a snoozer. This time of the day, which is usually spent with your closest friends and family, should be energetic and upbeat. The songs on your playlist should reflect that.
Consider your theme. If a bride has spent a lot of time creating details to coincide with a specific wedding theme, this might be a good opportunity to include related songs. For instance, if she is having a tropical beach wedding, you may want to include a little “One Love” by Bob Marley.
Always listen to the lyrics. While many of these songs may be age appropriate for the bride and her friends, remember that in most cases, grandparents and flower girls also attend the pre party. If you are unsure how family members may react, you may want to get the censored version of certain songs.
Remember the Golden Oldies. While we all adore Lady Gaga, your playlist should include a balance of old and new stuff to appeal to everyone in attendance. You will be shocked by how many people know the words and sing along to some of the older soundtracks.
Ask the alumni. If this is your first time attending such a gathering, it may be wise to ask someone who has already been part of such a festive occasion. Odds are, someone in the wedding party has attended a ‘getting ready’ session in which music was played to start the party and ease up some pre wedding jitters. Ask them what songs were played.
Make it personal. This is the bride’s wedding day, so make sure to include some of her favorite tunes or songs that bring back a happy memory. Growing up, my best friend and I constantly jammed out to Abba’s “Dancing Queen” so of course it was included in the Wedding Morning Playlist I created for her. Always consider the bride’s taste when choosing songs to make the glamor process extra special and relaxing.
Did I miss any good ones? Make sure to leave a comment below if you have any other suggestions. I would love to hear your feedback.
Don’t forget the BeeGee’s song “wedding Day”
what about “Today was a Fairytale” by Taylor Swift?
Whitney Houston- I wanna dance (with somebody who loves me.) would be on my list for sure.
Jennifer, I love that song! I can’t believe I left it out!
I actually had that song in my first cut but replaced it with her “Love Story” because I felt it was more upbeat. Taylor Swift is great though. You can’t go wrong with any of her song choices.
Cathy, I actually had to look that song up. I had never heard of it before. Thank you for sharing!
Aside from the playlist… I know the bridesmaid to the far right! How funny to see one of her sisters wedding picture used!
Amy, my father is the owner of Heyn Photography and was the lead photographer on Jenn’s wedding. Her pictures were stunning and we use them on promotional material as much as we can! I always admired this picture. I love the sassy look each of the girls give off. Felt it was perfect for this post!
What about “Now That We’ve Found Love” by Heavy D & the BoyZ from the end of “Hitch”?
I know the dresses in the pic are David’s bridal because I have been eyeing those styles for my bridesmaids…any chance someone knows what color that is? I can’t seem to match it on the website. Ps great playlist, definitely using it!
19.“White Wedding” by Billy Idol is actually an anti wedding song. Super cute idea, but leave this one out!
Thanks for this list! I’m getting married in two weeks and love these songs for that morning
Breathless – The Corrs, Telling the World – Taio Cruz, Let My Love Open The Door – Peter Townsend, Friday I’m In Love – The Cure, In Love With A Girl – Gavin DeGraw, Just An Ordinary Guy – Kristen Chenoweth, Hold My Hand – New Found Glory
Such great ideas everyone! Help out our brides and keep them coming
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Dont forget Train!
What about I’m Yours by Jason Mraz?
I’m definitely putting this list together for my daughter’s wedding. We will include “Let’s Hear It for the Boy” By Jana Kramer. Thanks for the list!
I’m Walking On Sunshine – sooo upbeat, makes you wanna dance, great for wedding day
Hannah, Walking on sunshine is such a catchy song! What a great idea! Thanks!
Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Queen
Btw, #1 is called Chapel of Love (at least in iTunes!)
I love this idea, plus the extra songs
Accidentally in Love by the Counting Crows!!
Ummm I feel like a woman definitely!
Not to be judgmental, but most of these songs suck! Where are the rock jams? Where are the alternative hits? I don’t wanna hear Top 40s in my ear, I wanna hear The White Stripes and Pearl Jam! Give us alt girls some playtime, too!!
Jagged Edge… Let’s Get Married
I finally found someone….
great wedding song.
Barbra Streisand/ Brian Adams
that color is probably mocha. i was looking at it as well.
“With this ring”….I promise I’ll always love you, always love you!
does any one know of good songs for my bridesmaid to walk down the ales too
Hi Desiree. In my experience I have seen bridesmaids walk down to many different songs. If you are looking for something different, I have seen the girls walk to “No Day But Today” from Rent, “Bittersweet Symphony”, and have also seen the girls walk down to an instrumental version of the same song the bride walks to. The lyrics don’t begin until she begins her walk down the aisle. I think it’s really up the the brides taste. It’s nice to include a favorite song or something that is meaningful to the girls.
Melissa- I love that song especially the remix.. Forgot all about that song thanks for reminding me
Huey Lewis and Gwenyth Paltrow-Cruisin
Yeah, wanted to add Billy Idol’s White Wedding isn’t exactly a “wedding song”, yet I’m pretty sure I’ve heard it played at every single wedding dance. Definitely telling my DJ not to play that one.
I need a playlist longer than 3 hours so I had to add a lot of songs and I thought I’d share them with you.
- Here I come by Fergie
- I want to Hold Your Hand by the Beatles
- The Best Is Yet To Come by Michael Buble
- Feelings Show by Colbie Caillet
- Got My Mind Set On You by George Harrison
- Happy Together by the Turtles
- I can Hear the Bells from Hairspray
- I Think I Love You by Kaci
- Lay All Your Love On Me from Mamma Mia!
- Love Like This By Natasha Bedingfield
- Makes Me Wanna Pray by Christina Aguilera
- Me & Mrs. You by Michael Buble
- My Baby Loves Me by Martina McBride
- Say You’ll Be There by Spice Girls
- Season of Love by Shiny Toy Guns
- Smile by Vitamin C
- Something There from Beauty and the Beast
- That’s How You Know by Amy Adams
- Time After Time by Cyndi Lauper
- You Can’t Hurry Love by Phil Collins
I so wished I had found this site for my daughter’s wedding last year. What a great idea! I have another daughter getting married next year so will definitely put this on the to do list.
I just wanted to let you know I featured this on my wedding blog site today. www.theweddinggals.net so other brides will know about you. This would make a outstanding bridal shower gift from one of the bridesmaids!
Thanx for the great idea.
phyllis
C’est La Vie- Bob Seger (there’s a rock anthem right there for you)
I’m also having my bridesmaids walk down the aisle to Have Faith In Me by A Day To Remember
Stolen by Dashboard Confessional!
Feels like Home by Chantal Kreviazuk
Because you loved me by celine dion
just about any song by Michael Buble would be good?
Daydreamer by Adele
Loving you tonight by andrew allen
Come on get higher by matt nathanson
You and I by Ingrid Michaelson
sky by Ingrid Michaelson & Joshua Radin
Paperweight by Schuyler fisk and Joshua Radin
Great ideas -thank you!
My input:
Stand By Me – John Lennon
Open Your Heart – Madonna
Fun times to all of you!
I just have to add a few!:
Such Great Heights – Postal Service
Green Eyes – Coldplay
Fix You – Coldplay (Chris Martin wrote it for his wife, Gwenyth Paltrow, after her father died)
For alternative options, particularly for when the bridesmaids walk down the aisle, I would check out string quartet versions of popular songs. Vitamin C String Quartet is one great group.
Jimmy Soul- if you wanna be happy
such a fun song!
Oh, thank the Lord someone has some alternative tastes on this page! I think it’s awesome that your bridesmaids are walking down to ADTR. That’s legit.
What about:
- Marry Me — Train
- My Everything — 98 degrees (this was actually my wedding song and the words “my everything” is inscribed on the inside of my wedding band
“Marry Me” by Dolly Parton. It’s the song used in the wedding scene of Sweet Home Alabama.
Some girly songs for the girls to laugh and sing to!
Crazy Little Thing Called Love- Queen
Ain’t No Other Man- Christina Aguilera
You Drive Me Crazy- Britney Spears
Always be my baby- Mariah Carey
Keep On Loving You- REO Speedwagon
That’s How You Know- Enchanted
You Make Me Feel So Young- Frank Sinatra
I Will Follow Him- Little Peggy March
One Fine Day- The Chiffons
Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours- Stevie Wonder
The He Kissed Me- The Crystals (Hello ladies if you ever loved Adventures In Babysitting this is the BEST song!!!!)
Be My Baby- The Ronettes
I Can Hear The Bells- Hairspray
If you can’t tell I’m currently making my list
YAY!!!! This list really helped me! I’m at 50! We have a long period to fill!!!
“love me tender” Norah Jones…. Love this song.
Bridesmaids is walking to instrumentals to it then I come n to the lyrics.
My wedding is n 4 wks and this site helped alot …… Thank you
Grow old with you by Adam Sandler
what about Iris by the Goo Goo Dolls, love that song!
I love some of these songs more and some less. I thought about some songs too:
Candyman by Christina Aguilera,
Ready to Run and You can’t hurry love by the Dixie Chicks, The Beginning by Richard Marx and Donna Lewis
and
These Words by Natasha Bedingfield.
I am so happy someone pinned this site on pinterest! I’m going to be a first time maid of honor for my friend’s wedding next December and never even thought about making a playlist for the morning of the wedding day!
It may be overdone but if I were to suggest a song it would be Forever by Chris Brown. I’ll also probably add some Spice Girls just for fun.
This is a great playlist I’ll definitely use some of these songs. For my beach wedding I am walking down the aisle to Somewhere Over The Rainbow. It’s the version from 50 First Dates by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole. I also would like to suggest Lucky by Jason mraz and Colbie Caillat, Bubbly and Magic also by Colbie Caillat, and New Heights, Electric Twist, What I Wouldn’t Do, and You Picked Me by A Fine Frenzy.
Don’t know if this was mentioned…. “I need you” by Marc Anthony!!!!
Head to Toe by Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam
Kiss the Girl (little mermaid soundtrack?)
Get the Party started (pink?)
(She’s) An american girl (country song?)
Raise Your Glass- Pink
This has nothing to do with songs to play the morning of your wedding, but for a first dance..Amen by Dave Barnes is PRECIOUS!
“Perfect Two” by Auburn!
One thang…. “Wanted” by Hunter Hayes. This is one of my all-time favorites… I really want this to be Our wedding song.
Lucky by Jason Mraz and colbie callait
I have taken so many suggestions from the ones above and have added many more to this list for my sister’s wedding next month. Here are some others to consider
Ho Hey – the Lumineers
Something That I want – Grace Potter (from Tangled)
From Now On – The Features
PYT – Michael Jackson
The Way You Make Me Feel – Michael Jackson
Kiss Me – Sixpence None the Richer
Diamonds Are a Girls Best Friend – Moulin Rouge
A Thousand Years – Christina Perri
I’m a Believer – Smash Mouth version
Count on Me – Bruno Mars
Two – Lenka
I Will Wait – Mumford and Sons
Marry Me – Train
I Wont Give up – Bruno Mars (♥ favorite song ever)
Perfect Two – Auburn
I can’t believe I didn’t see “I do, I do, I do, I do” by Abba!
My future husband is in the military, and deploying.. So, we chose “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri(Featuring Steve Kazee – part 2) for our song(it feels like “A Thousand Years” when he is gone).
“Home” – Phillip Phillips
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“Cat Scratch Fever”- Pantera version, just because it is fun
“Some Nights” – Fun. (I love that the music video is military)
“Time Warp” – Rocky Horror Picture Show
“Sex on fire” – Kings of Leon
“Country Girl(Shake It For Me)” – Luke Bryan
“Love Bites(So Do I)” – Halestorm [I love this song, it feels good to sing it loud aqnd dance around]
“I Get Off” – Halestorm
Bohemian Rhapsody – Queen (Everyone needs some Queen in their life)
“Be My Husband – Live from Union Chapel” – Damien Rice
“The Warrior’s Code” – Dropkick Murphy’s
“Cruise” – Florida Georgia Line
“(I Should of)Kissed You Goodnight” – Gloriana
“Why Don’t We Just Dance” – Josh Turner
“Wedding Dress” – Matt Nathanson
“Barroom Hero” – Dropkick Murphy’s
“I Love You” – Alex Clare
“I Won’t Give Up – Demo” – Jason Mraz
“Kiss Me, I’m Sh*tfaced” – Dropkick Murphy’s (just for fun)
“Dear God” – Avenged Sevenfold
“Brain Stew” – Green Day
“Ghosts That We Knew” – Mumford & Sons
“I Will Wait” – Mumford & Sons
“Marry Me – First Dance Mix” – Train
“Little Things” – One Direction (Ignore that it is by One Direction. Ed Sheeran wrote this song, and I love the lyrics. Look them up!)
“Ball and Chain” – Social Distortion (I’m showing my punk side
“Industructable” – Rancid
“Big Balls” – Ac/Dc (because you need to laugh and have fun, not stress out over EVERYTHING)
“Queen and I” – Gym Class Heros
This should help you add some rock, alternative, and fun music to some Top 40′s. It is always good to have variety in your music, so everyone can enjoy themselves!
How about “From This Moment On” by Shania Twain and Brian white
Ps. thanks for the songs ladies
mocha.. used the color in my wedding ..LOVE
How about Louis Armstrong-
We have all the time in the world
What a wonderful world
How about an all time classic, everything I do I do it for you by Bryan Adams, such an amazing song although its Teary an slow it’ll remind you exactly why your doing what your doing a nice way to pump you up
You make my dreams come true by hall and oats
Thanks for this playlist idea. I’ve got it ready for my daughter’s pre-wedding morning. I’ve added a few others
“Ain’t no mountain high enough” Marvin Gay
Burning Love-Elvis
Let my Love open the Door-in Color.Micheal Cavanaugh
Hey Jude- The Beatles
all pretty fun and great sing a longs……
The Way I Am – Ingrid Michaelson
Time of My Live – Dirty Dancing
Something Like That – Time McGraw
Miss Independent – Ne-Yo
As Long as You Love Me – Justin Bieber <– don't judge =p
My daugther-in-law walked down the “aisle” at a beach wedding, to “At Last” by Etta James. It was beautiful.
“Let’s Get Married” Remix — Jagged Edge
Suggestions 4 the R&B/Soul Bride
All I Do Stevie Wonder
Do I Do Stevie Wonder
A Night to Remember Shalimar
Teddy Bear Elvis Presley
I Just Can’t Stop Loving You, Rock With You, Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough, I Can’t Help It Michael Jackson
Nothing Else Matters Metallica (written by James Hetfield for his girl 2 thank her for sticking by him)
Let’s Hear It For the Boy Deniece Williams
Drops of Jupiter Train
Shape of My Heart Backstreet Boys
Do Your Thing NSync
Valentine Girl NKOTB (especially if your wedding is Valentine’s Day weekend)
Save the Last Dance For Me The Drifters
Bad Boy (Having A Party) Luther Vandross
Pretty much any dance song by Janet Jackson
1999 Prince
Love 2 the 9s Prince & the New Power Generation
ABC, The Love You Save the Jackson 5
Adorn Miguel
Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing, Your Precious Love Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
This Will Be, Can’t Say No Natalie Cole
I’ll Be There For You The Rembrandts
You Gotta Be Des’Ree
Always Be My Baby, Forever, Whenever You Call, Emotions, Vision of Love, Fantasy Mariah Carey
You Jesse Powell
Angel Anita Baker
Calling All Angels Train
Love & Happiness Al Green
Am I Dreaming Atlantic Starr
Never Let You Go NKOTB
Stars Kindred the Family Soul
He Loves Me (Lyzel in E-Flat), The Way, Golden Jill Scott
Then Came You The Spinners w/ Dionne Warwick
That’s What Friends Are For Dionne Warwick & Friends
Disco Jazz The Dazz Band
Angel Eyes The Jeff Healey Band
Lost in Emotion, Let the Beat Hit ‘Em Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam
Candy Girl New Edition
Motownphilly Boys II Men
Never Knew Love Like This, I’ve Learned to Respect the Power of Love Stephanie Mills
Sunny (Just Friends), Love, Teachme Musiq Soulchild
This is the tip of the iceberg 4 me. Given time I can come up with about 100 more.
********UNTIL YOU******** by Dave Barnes
Its a long list but I will NEED this songs
Barry White – My First, My Last, My Everything
Daniel Bedingfield – If You’re Not The One, Never Gonna Leave Your Side
Adele – make you feel my love
Adele’s acoustic version of Cheryl Cole’s ‘Promise This’
Imelda May – Kentish Town Waltz, Meet You At The Moon, Falling In Love With You Again
Faith Hill – There For Me
Joss Stone – L.O.V.E
Alicia Keys – If I Ain’t Got You
Beyoncé – 1+1, Crazy In Love, Dangerously In Love
Blake Shelton – God Gave Me You, Nobody But Me
Brandy – Have You Ever
Bon Jovi – All About Lovin You, I’ll Be There For You, Thank You For Loving Me,
Cascada – Everytime We Touch (slow version)
Donna Lewis – I Love You (Always Forever)
Moulin Rouge – Come What May, Your Song or
Ellie Goulding – Your Song
Eternal – Angel Of Mine
Gabrielle Alpin – Power Of Love
Josh Groban – You’re Still You
Keith Urban – Making Memories Of Us
Philip Phillips – Gone Gone Gone
Rebecca Ferguson – I’ll Count The Days, Nothings Real But Love
Westlife – I Wanna Grow Old With You, You Raise Me Up, Unbreakable
Kesha – Your Love Is My Drug
Norah Jones – Love Me Tender
The Script – I’m Yours
Shayne Ward – No Promises, Breathless, A Better Man, If That’s OK With You
oops I meant Faith Hill – There You’ll Be
White Dress- Ben Rector is a great song to add!!!!
That’s what I like about you- the Romantics
(My 1980′s wedding song)
I just want to say thank you to all you ladies!! I’m going to make one hell of a playlist for my wedding at the end of the month. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!