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It’s the first steps you’ll take in sync as man and wife. It’s your official introduction as one entity. It’s a treasured moment alone with your new husband amidst a very hectic day. It’s your first dance. And you need a song, but not just any song. The song.

Where do you begin? Well first you need to determine what mood best suits your newlywed style. From traditional to new crowd favorites, we’ve got a list of first dance songs to highlight any bride and groom’s signature dance moves and personality.

For the traditionalists
You’ve always pictured yourself in a classic scene on a candlelit dance floor, in perfect rhythm, and with a classic soundtrack to complement your wedding. First dance songs to you, reflect your devotion to one another while maintaining a traditional feel.

Our suggestions:

• At Last by Etta James
• The Way You Look Tonight by Frank Sinatra
• Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You by Frankie Valli
• Can’t Help Falling in Love by Elvis Presley
• Because You Loved Me by Celine Dion

For the romantics
When you picture first dance songs at a wedding, you want the song to reflect the undying love you and your future partner share. You want passion, romance, and everything as lovey dovey as you feel on the most romantic day of your life.

Our suggestions:

• To Make You Feel My Love by Garth Brooks
• Come Away with Me by Norah Jones
• This Year’s Love by David Gray
• In Your Eyes by Peter Gabriel
• Feels Like Home by Chantal Kreviazuk

For the non-conformists
You are so sick of hearing the same first dance songs at every wedding you go to. You want something different that people will remember as unique and perfectly matched to your own style. Buck tradition and pick something that will stand out.

Our suggestions:

• Love Song by 311
• Love and Happiness by Al Green
• All I Want is You by Barry Louis Polisar
• Better Together by Jack Johnson
• I Wanna Grow Old with You by Adam Sandler

For the upbeat newlyweds
The thought of slowly swaying back and forth like you did at your middle school dance puts you to sleep. You and your new spouse aren’t afraid to shake things up and dance to a little number that’s got some rhythm and a quick beat at your wedding. First dance songs should be fun. It’s a celebration!

Our suggestions:

• The Way You Make Me Feel by Michael Jackson
• Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison
• Love Me Do by The Beatles
• Everything Little Thing She Does is Magic by The Police
• Walk the Line by Johnny Cash

The beauty of the first dance is that it is representative of you and your mate. So choose a first dance song that truly represents the two of you and shows your guests a special part of your relationship. It’s your day and your dance floor. Make it as fun or as charming as you wish.