{"id":67022,"date":"2020-01-17T04:04:58","date_gmt":"2020-01-17T04:04:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/?p=67022"},"modified":"2024-04-08T09:46:10","modified_gmt":"2024-04-08T16:46:10","slug":"modern-wedding-songs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/modern-wedding-songs\/","title":{"rendered":"21 Modern Songs for your Wedding Playlist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>What does a modern wedding playlist sound like these days? We spoke with several married and engaged couples, including professional wedding musicians, and discovered the music at a modern wedding is just as unique as the couple celebrating their big day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Timeless classics receive contemporary covers as the happy couple walks down the aisle. The dance you share with your parents may be a bit nostalgic and remind you of childhood. Even old-school traditions, like cutting the cake, receive a song sweetly paired for the occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From John Legend to Lizzo, let\u2019s take a look at 21 joyful, modern wedding songs you\u2019ll be hearing more of for the contemporary and sophisticated couple in your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-can-t-help-falling-in-love-haley-reinhart\"><strong>1. &#8220;Can\u2019t Help Falling in Love&#8221; \u2014 Haley Reinhart<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Can&amp;apos;t Help Falling in Love\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/6yIHGmQLJxWAUZ1ZkENemN?si=q5RyeN_dSD-r1iTWGM4kjQ&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional pianist and vocalist <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" label=\"Alissa Musto (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.alissamusto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Alissa Musto<\/a> says one of her favorite wedding song requests is Haley Reinhart\u2019s modern take on this Elvis Presley classic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based out of Boston, Massachusetts, Musto performs at wedding ceremonies and receptions throughout New England and beyond. This cover is a favorite for brides confidently walking down the aisle simply because it is so unique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;[It] has a timeless elegance that bypasses trends, musically and lyrically,&#8221; Musto describes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-perfect-ed-sheeran\"><strong>2. &#8220;Perfect&#8221; \u2014 Ed Sheeran<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Perfect\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/0tgVpDi06FyKpA1z0VMD4v?si=sSVoB9GhSDCy9WXS5LTu1w&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From the bride&#8217;s walk down the aisle to the couple\u2019s first dance, there are so many moments during a modern wedding that could be set to Ed Sheeran\u2019s songs. Singer-songwriter <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" label=\"Mella Barnes (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/mellamusic.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"broken_link\">Mella Barnes<\/a> has even nicknamed Sheeran &#8220;the wedding song king&#8221; over the last few years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Between \u2018Perfect,\u2019 \u2018Thinking Out Loud,\u2019 and any of his other ballads, these are go-to for slow dances,&#8221; Barnes says, noting that up-tempo songs like &#8220;Shape of You&#8221; are fun fits for wedding receptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-a-thousand-years-christina-perri\"><strong>3. &#8220;A Thousand Years&#8221; \u2014 Christina Perri<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: A Thousand Years\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/6lanRgr6wXibZr8KgzXxBl?si=sRaqKxDMSES2WEtDAbkvQw&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most popular songs wedding photographer <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Logan Westom (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/loganwestom.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Logan Westom<\/a> has heard at wedding ceremonies is Christina Perri\u2019s &#8220;A Thousand Years.&#8221; Sometimes couples play it with Perri\u2019s vocals or as an instrumental. Both versions will bring tears to your guests\u2019 eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;It is the perfect slow, modern song that really pulls at the heartstrings when you walk down the aisle to see your future spouse,&#8221; Westom says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-here-comes-the-sun-the-beatles\"><strong>4. &#8220;Here Comes The Sun&#8221; \u2014 The Beatles<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Here Comes The Sun - Remastered 2009\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/6dGnYIeXmHdcikdzNNDMm2?si=YFvIbXMaROeOJp-vTJ6_lg&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for the perfect song for parents and members of the wedding party to walk down the aisle to during the processional? Add this classic hit from The Beatles to your wedding\u2019s Spotify playlist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-golden-hour-kacey-musgraves\"><strong>5. &#8220;Golden Hour&#8221; \u2014 Kacey Musgraves<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Golden Hour\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/0pMfPzdRiPAoSM9yWF4OcT?si=yImr5-SFRQGt-HW0L5yFeQ&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>They said, &#8220;I do!&#8221; Now it\u2019s time for guests to enjoy a little mingling and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cocktail-sipping  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/wedding-catering-trends-2020\/\" target=\"_blank\">cocktail-sipping <\/a>during the ceremony recessional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Put in a request for Kacey Musgraves\u2019 &#8220;Golden Hour&#8221; to ease everyone into a celebratory mood before they see the newly-married couple for the first time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other romantic options for a love prelude include the sentimental &#8220;Come Away With Me&#8221; by Norah Jones and the upbeat &#8220;Strawberry Swing&#8221; by Coldplay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-city-of-stars-humming-justin-hurwitz-and-emma-stone\"><strong>6. &#8220;City Of Stars (Humming)&#8221; \u2014 Justin Hurwitz and Emma Stone<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: City Of Stars (Humming)\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/3gbwtdRrtD05lz08DTxfFt?si=fj0CpzdpTyqveSu6lsQaTg&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One rising trend in wedding playlists is the inclusion of music from movies. Almost any melody, from a beloved Disney song to a sweeping instrumental score set to a period-piece film, can be a wonderful addition to a modern wedding. Even the main title from <em>Game of Thrones<\/em> is fitting, especially when performed live by a professional pianist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The couple can choose to play their favorite romantic film score or instrumental for their entrance song or to close out the ceremony. Get inspired with this dreamy track from the <em>La La Land<\/em> soundtrack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-marry-you-bruno-mars\"><strong>7. &#8220;Marry You&#8221; \u2014 Bruno Mars<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Marry You\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/22PMfvdz35fFKYnJyMn077?si=xzjFEkmxSkG3U5a_aBeSFw&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s time to present the newly-married couple to the world! Set the grand entrance dance to Bruno Mars\u2019 fun and flirty &#8220;Marry You.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-uptown-funk-mark-ronson-and-bruno-mars\"><strong>8. &#8220;Uptown Funk&#8221; \u2014 Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Uptown Funk (feat. Bruno Mars)\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/32OlwWuMpZ6b0aN2RZOeMS?si=V4olCxAmQVGRHQRN7UG59w&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other end of the Bruno Mars spectrum, the happy couple and their wedding party can make a splashy arrival with a choreographed dance to the super-duper upbeat &#8220;Uptown Funk.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-juice-lizzo\"><strong>9. &#8220;Juice&#8221; \u2014 Lizzo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Juice\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/0k664IuFwVP557Gnx7RhIl?si=OidHOrLiTLqRLWPbIrYd8Q&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wedding and elopement photographer <a aria-label=\"Brei Olivier (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/breiolivier.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Brei Olivier<\/a> anticipates that Lizzo\u2019s discography, including her hit singles &#8220;Juice&#8221; and &#8220;Good as Hell,&#8221; will play all throughout the couple&#8217;s wedding day from beauty prep with the bridal party to the reception. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-make-you-feel-my-love-adele\"><strong>10. &#8220;Make You Feel My Love&#8221; \u2014 Adele<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Make You Feel My Love\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/6P7tTFzn6oNa0GL8w8oazE?si=VawmJHKSTvS5J00OmwsXVw&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The first dance is incredibly special and meaningful for every couple. Sway along to Adele\u2019s soulful &#8220;Make You Feel My Love,&#8221; a modern (and soon-to-be classic) slow song.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-at-last-etta-james\"><strong>11. &#8220;At Last&#8221; \u2014 Etta James<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: At Last\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/4Hhv2vrOTy89HFRcjU3QOx?si=Jo12svV7R6-vng7ju6aZZw&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This timeless love song is one you can include almost anywhere during your wedding day, according to Olivier. Walk down the aisle to an instrumental version or use the classic for your first dance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-12-all-of-me-john-legend\"><strong>12. &#8220;All of Me&#8221; \u2014 John Legend<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: All of Me\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/3U4isOIWM3VvDubwSI3y7a?si=PwXi4Kp2Rv2Of4buqEZCcg&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>John Legend&#8217;s &#8220;All of Me&#8221; is another iconic love song \u2014 and one that a live singer and band can cover with their own beautiful versions, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-13-lover-taylor-swift\"><strong>13. &#8220;Lover&#8221; \u2014 Taylor Swift<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Lover\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/1dGr1c8CrMLDpV6mPbImSI?si=DikVovqgRqq7KmYQLlUcPw&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This single from Taylor Swift is sure to usher in a new era of first dance wedding songs. The vulnerable, thoughtful lyrics accompanied by a slow tempo and acoustic guitar will be beloved by modern couples for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-14-count-on-me-bruno-mars\"><strong>14. &#8220;Count on Me&#8221; \u2014 Bruno Mars<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Count on Me\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/7l1qvxWjxcKpB9PCtBuTbU?si=zIqJ3-QRTS2h5H6D0iA4lQ&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s the best song for the bride and groom to dance to with their parents? This can range from the bouncy &#8220;Count on Me&#8221; by Bruno Mars or classics like &#8220;God Only Knows&#8221; by The Beach Boys and Stevie Wonder\u2019s &#8220;Isn\u2019t She Lovely.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, this song choice will be one that holds the most personal significance to the duo. If the bride loved <em>Star Wars<\/em> growing up, get a pair of lightsabers ready because her father could pick John Williams\u2019 &#8220;The Imperial March&#8221; theme for their father-daughter dance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When in doubt, ask your parent(s) to pick the song. They\u2019ll be thrilled to do it and may choose an unexpected, sentimental song that will surprise and delight you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-15-sugar-sugar-the-archies\"><strong>15. &#8220;Sugar, Sugar&#8221; \u2014 The Archies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Sugar, Sugar\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/3iSws76HjaU7k49EqJVTfF?si=I7uQMUAsR8OjP0Zb_-O0Jw&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s time to cut the cake! Make &#8220;Sugar, Sugar&#8221; by The Archies a fun play on sweetness and sugar puns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-16-call-me-maybe-carly-rae-jepsen\"><strong>16. &#8220;Call Me Maybe&#8221; \u2014 Carly Rae Jepsen<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Call Me Maybe\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/3TGRqZ0a2l1LRblBkJoaDx?si=Sb1w7XqYRs2g6m5dNOBJ3Q&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s get this party started and hit the reception dance floor! Get a playlist of 2010s Top 40 that meets iconic \u201880s dance hits together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Carly Rae Jepsen\u2019s bubbly &#8220;Call Me Maybe&#8221; would be perfect to pair with Whitney Houston\u2019s &#8220;I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)&#8221; and get everyone excited to bust a move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-17-everything-michael-buble\"><strong>17. &#8220;Everything&#8221; \u2014 Michael Bubl\u00e9<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Everything\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/4T6HLdP6OcAtqC6tGnQelG?si=LNPxCPM-STiNrT52c6Gaqg&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Need a dancing break during the reception? Mellow the party out with slower bops like &#8220;Everything&#8221; by Michael Bubl\u00e9 or &#8220;I\u2019m Yours&#8221; by Jason Mraz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-18-happy-pharrell-williams\"><strong>18. &#8220;Happy&#8221; \u2014 Pharrell Williams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Happy - From &quot;Despicable Me 2&quot;\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/60nZcImufyMA1MKQY3dcCH?si=Th7PM3n-SrK-fXkt188Q7A&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wedding playlists have their fair share of trendy songs that appeal to certain generations. For every dreamy &#8220;Signed, Sealed, Delivered&#8221; by Stevie Wonder, there\u2019s an equally iconic &#8220;Baby Got Back&#8221; by Sir Mix-A-Lot or Cardi B\u2019s &#8220;I Like It.&#8221; Some age groups will rush the dance floor for these songs while others will sit them out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key to making sure guests of all ages have a good time, according to Barnes, is to remember that the reception is a balancing act. Encourage guests to submit song requests, like Pharrell Williams\u2019 crowd-pleasing hit &#8220;Happy,&#8221; when they RSVP to your wedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Your 90-year-old grandma might not love that Cardi B song, but your 14-year-old niece does,&#8221; Barnes says. &#8220;I always recommend couples consider their guests, as well. Your day is about you, of course, but you also want people to have a good time and want to dance.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-19-1-1-beyonce\"><strong>19. &#8220;1+1&#8221; \u2014 Beyonc\u00e9<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: 1+1\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/1pzJboOZaDNwshBnOlNh3a?si=pV8IDdQYSjK6Vuneqqmmiw&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How can you make a modern wedding playlist without Queen Bey? 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