Top Wedding Songs For Every Part of Your Celebration

Grab your dancing shoes—it’s time to curate your ultimate wedding playlist!

Choosing the right tunes is key to defining the atmosphere of your big day. We’ve asked the top wedding entertainers in Houston what songs are fan favorites and the best tips and tricks for building your playlist. Keep scrolling to discover the top wedding songs for every moment of your celebration, along with expert advice from the pros!

Walking Down The Aisle

As the bride steps into view, the right song can turn that magical moment into a scene straight out of a movie. Scott Graham, a talented pianist from Houston, shares that he’s all about personalization, and he’s ready to make any track work beautifully for your grand entrance. “It might be the couple’s favorite song or a family favorite. I’ll be happy to arrange a part of it to play during this time to create the ambiance,” he says. Get ready to make your walk down the aisle truly your own!

• “Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” by Elvis Presley

• “Invisible String” by Taylor Swift 

• “Until I Found You” by Stephen Sanchez

• “River Flows In You” by Yiruma 

Reception Entrance

• “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)” by Natalie Cole

• “Bring Em Out” by T.I.

• “You Are the Best Thing” by Ray LaMontagne

• “Celebration” by Kool & The Gang

• “Let’s Get it Started” by Black Eyed Peas

• “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas

• “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” by Queen

First Dance

For the first dance, wedding entertainers shared timeless classics and modern hits. But it doesn’t end there—Andrea from Wedding Dance Houston has noticed a fun trend. “A lot of couples are doing a second choreographed dance later in the evening just to have fun and pump up the party. This year, I’ve put together a medley for a second dance, which included ‘Late Night Talking’ by Harry Styles, ‘Levitating ‘by Dua Lipa, and ‘Hello’ by Martin Solveig & Dragonette,” says Andrea.

• “Can’t Take My Eyes off You” by Frankie Valli

• “Lover” by Taylor Swift

• “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours)” by Stevie Wonder

• “Thinking out Loud” by Ed Sheeran

• “At Last” by Etta James

• “Forever” by Noah Kahan

• “Forever my Love” by J Balvin and Ed Sheeran

• “Perfect for Me” by Bradley Marshall

• “Tupelo Honey” by Van Morrison 

• “Better Together” by Jack Johnson 

• “Into the Mystic” by Van Morrison

• “The Way You Look Tonight” by Frank Sinatra 

• “You’re Still the One” by Sarah Darling 

• “Speechless” by Dan + Shay 

• “Ran into You” by Mitch Rossell and Trisha Yearwood

• “I Will” by The Beatles 

• “I Second That Emotion” by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles

• “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King 

Father-Daughter Dance

The father-daughter dance is that special time when dads and their girls take the spotlight. It’s a touching tradition that celebrates their unique relationship. Plus, the songs they choose? Guaranteed to pull at your heartstrings.

• “Isn’t She Lovely” by Stevie Wonder

• “Because You Loved Me” by Céline Dion 

• “I Hope You Dance” by Lee Ann Womack

• “My Girl” by The Temptations

Mother-Son Dance

The mother-son dance is all about those heartfelt moments as moms and their sons hit the dance floor. And let’s be honest, these dances are absolute tear-jerkers. Get ready for some serious feels!

• “What A Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong

• “My Wish” by Rascal Flatts 

• “Days Like This” by Van Morrison

• “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King

• “A Mother’s Love” by B.B. King

• “93 Million Miles” by Jason Mraz

Reception

A successful wedding reception hinges on keeping that dance floor packed! According to the pros at EastCoast Entertainment, the secret sauce is in reading the room and choosing the right tunes. “Our artists have been performing for a long time and know how to work the room. They can sense when the crowd seems light and can pick the right song to get everyone on the dance floor and then they keep the energy going to keep them there all night. One great tip is to always start with a classic that everyone knows how to sing,” says Ashley with EastCoast Entertainment. With the right music, your guests won’t just dance; they’ll dance the night away!

• “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire

• “Dancing Queen” by ABBA

• “Good 4 u” by Olivia Rodrigo

• “Dance The Night” by Dua Lipa

• “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers

• “Time of our Lives” by Pitbull and Ne-Yo

• “Fly Me To The Moon” by Frank Sinatra

• “Puttin’ on the Ritz” by Bing Crosby

• “Sugar” by Maroon 5

• “Clocks” by Coldplay

• “Dance Monkey” by Tones and I

• “Feel It Still” by Portugal, The Man

• “Havana (feat. Young Thug)” by Camila Cabello

• “Señorita” by Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes

• “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses

• “The Way You Look Tonight” by Frank Sinatra

• “You’re Nobody ‘Til Somebody Loves You” by Dean Martin

• “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” by Frank Sinatra

• “Hotline Bling” by Drake

• “Passionfruit” by Drake

• “Beat It” by Michael Jackson

• “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King

• “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond

Now that you have an idea of your wedding playlist, check out our spotlight wedding entertainers.

“Top Wedding Songs For Every Part of Your Celebration” Spotlight WiH Partners- Wedding Entertainment: Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band | Scott Graham Piano | Wedding Dance Houston | EastCoast Entertainment | Venues: C. Baldwin Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton | Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa | Corinthian Houston | Stationery + Registry: Bering’s | Cakes: Susie’s Cakes | Cakes by Gina | Florals + Decor: Plants N’ Petals | Groom’s Band: Zadok Jewelers

Contributing Vendors- Photo: Carhart Photography / Caroline Lima Photography / Monica Krc Photography / The Rylands Photo Co. / Chris Bailey Photography / Stephania Campos / Erika Geier Photography