Your first dance with your spouse is a moment you will want to treasure forever. Whether you sneak off with them for a private dance and moment alone or have countless eyes on you, your first dance will be special to you and your spouse. Pick a song that will enhance the moment and reflect both of you.
1.Perfect – Ed Sheeran
Make sure to have waterproof makeup on because this first dance song will certainly have you in tears!
Lyrics you’ll love
When you said you looked a mess
I whispered underneath my breath
But you heard it
Darling, you look perfect tonight
2. At Last – Etta James
An incredibly beautiful and classic first dance song. Sway with your spouse as the background melts away and all you see is them.
Lyrics you’ll love
At last, the skies above are blue
My heart was wrapped up in clover
The night I looked at you
3. I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing – Aerosmith
A powerful song for your first dance with your spouse. A great reminder to cherish the moments together moving forward.
Lyrics you’ll love
The sweetest dream will never do
I’d still miss you baby
And I don’t want to miss a thing
4. All of Me – John Legend
You can’t go wrong with this first dance song. An emotional, strong, and loving message for you and your spouse. You and your spouse against the world together.
Lyrics you’ll love
Give your all to me
I’ll give my all to you
You’re my end and my beginning
Even when I lose I’m winning
5. Never Grow Old – The Cranberries
An oldie but a goodie. A sweet song by The Cranberries may just be your first dance!
Lyrics you’ll love
This is my perfect day
I feel the breeze, I feel at ease
It is my perfect day
Hope you never grow old
6. Crazy Love – Van Morrison
Van Morrison has such a romantic soft voice that will be an excellent touch to the vibe of your wedding day. Enjoy your first dance as you look deeply into your spouse’s eyes as you move to Crazy Love.
Lyrics you’ll love
I can hear her heartbeat from a thousand miles
Hear the heavens open every time she smiles
And when I come to her that’s where I belong
Yet, I’m run into to her like a river strong
7. Make You Feel My Love – Adele
Your heart will feel so full and happy in the arms of your spouse. Make sure to focus on them and not all the friends and family taking pictures!
Lyrics you’ll love
I could make you happy, make your dreams come true
Nothing that I wouldn’t do
Go to the ends of the Earth for you
To make you feel my love
8. Just the Way You Are – Billy Joel
If you pick this as your first dance song, you will never forget it. Hitting you in all the feels as you embrace your spouse.
Lyrics you’ll love
I said I love you, that’s forever
And this I promise from the heart, mmm
I couldn’t love you any better
I love you just the way you are, right
9. The Way You Look Tonight – Frank Sinatra
The vintage vibes you didn’t know your wedding needed. Frank Sinatra is a classic and would be a divine first dance song.
Lyrics you’ll love
Yes, you’re lovely, with your smile so warm
And your cheeks so soft
There is nothing for me but to love you
And the way you look tonight
10. Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley
This song will have you falling in love head over heels for your spouse all over again. Elvis is a true romantic and you will adore dancing to this song for your first dance!
Lyrics you’ll love
Like a river flows
Surely to the sea
Darling, so it goes
Some things are meant to be
Whatever song you and your spouse choose, just remember to pick something that is meaningful to you both. A song that can drown out the world around you as you gaze into each other’s eyes.
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