The Ultimate Wedding Playlist: 50 Must-Play Songs for an Unforgettable Reception
Your wedding day is a celebration of love, joy, and unforgettable moments—and the right music sets the tone for every magical second. Whether you’re sharing your first dance, getting the party started, or keeping guests on the dance floor all night, a perfectly curated playlist is key.
To help you craft the perfect soundtrack for your big day, we’ve compiled the top 50 wedding songs every DJ should play. From timeless classics to modern hits, romantic slow dances to high-energy bangers, this list has something for every couple and crowd. So, turn up the volume, grab your partner, and let’s dive into the ultimate wedding playlist!
Romantic & Slow Dance Songs (For First Dance & Couple Moments)
- Ed Sheeran – Perfect
- John Legend – All of Me
- Etta James – At Last
- Elvis Presley – Can’t Help Falling in Love
- Adele – Make You Feel My Love
- Christina Perri – A Thousand Years
- The Temptations – My Girl
- Bruno Mars – Just the Way You Are
- Al Green – Let’s Stay Together
- Jason Mraz – I Won’t Give Up
Classic & Timeless Wedding Hits
- Whitney Houston – I Wanna Dance with Somebody
- Earth, Wind & Fire – September
- Bee Gees – How Deep Is Your Love
- Lionel Richie – All Night Long
- ABBA – Dancing Queen
- Stevie Wonder – Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours
- The Jackson 5 – I Want You Back
- Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell – Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
- Frank Sinatra – The Way You Look Tonight
- The Drifters – Save the Last Dance for Me
Modern & Upbeat Dance Songs
- Bruno Mars – Marry You
- Justin Timberlake – Can’t Stop the Feeling!
- Dua Lipa – Don’t Start Now
- Pharrell Williams – Happy
- Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars – Uptown Funk
- Beyoncé – Love on Top
- OutKast – Hey Ya!
- Kool & The Gang – Celebration
- Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me Maybe
- The Weeknd – Blinding Lights
Throwback Dance Floor Fillers
- Backstreet Boys – I Want It That Way
- Spice Girls – Wannabe
- Journey – Don’t Stop Believin’
- Bon Jovi – Livin’ on a Prayer
- Michael Jackson – Billie Jean
- Prince – Purple Rain
- Madonna – Like a Prayer
- Rick Astley – Never Gonna Give You Up
- Van Morrison – Brown Eyed Girl
- The Killers – Mr. Brightside
Current & Viral Wedding Hits
- Harry Styles – As It Was
- Miley Cyrus – Flowers
- Taylor Swift – Love Story
- Ed Sheeran – Shivers
- Doja Cat – Say So
- The Chainsmokers ft. Halsey – Closer
- Drake – One Dance
- Post Malone – Sunflower
- BTS – Dynamite
- Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper – Shallow
