Top 100 first dance wedding songs for 2025

That perfect song for that perfect moment.

Weddings are all about the little moments, aren’t they? The first time your eyes meet as you walk down the aisle, the joy of that first kiss as newlyweds, and of course, the first dance—arguably the most memorable moment of the day. I remember attending my best friend's wedding a few years ago, and the sheer magic of their first dance still lingers.

They twirled to Ed Sheeran’s “Perfect,” completely lost in the moment, and honestly, there wasn’t a dry eye in the room. Fast forward to 2025, and wedding playlists have evolved with some fresh beats, timeless classics, and unexpected gems.

So, let’s dive into the Top 100 First Dance Wedding Songs for 2025 and find the tune that’s just right for your love story.

Song Categories and Wedding Themes:

1. Top 10 Modern first dance songs 2025

2. Top 10 Old school first dance songs for 2025

3. Top 10 Slow first dance songs for 2025

4. Top 10 Movie soundtrack first dance songs for 2025

5. Top 10 Fun First Dance songs for 2025

6. Top 10 R&B first dance songs for 2025

7. Top 10 Folk first dance songs for 2025

8. Top 10 Beach first dance songs for 2025

9. Top 10 Country First dance songs for 2025

10. Top 10 Wanderlust First dance songs for 2025

1. Top 10 Modern First Dance Songs 2025

1. Perfect – Ed Sheeran (2017) - Pop

2. Lover – Taylor Swift (2019) - Pop

3. Better Together – Luke Combs (2022) - Country/Pop

4. Marry Me – Train (2010) - Pop/Rock

5. All of Me – John Legend (2013) - R&B

6. First Time – Kygo & Ellie Goulding (2022) - EDM/Pop

7. Falling Like the Stars – James Arthur (2019) - Pop

8. Love Someone – Lukas Graham (2018) - Pop

9. Beyond – Leon Bridges (2018) - R&B/Soul

10. Speechless – Dan + Shay (2018) – Country

2. Top 10 Old School First Dance Songs 2025

1. At Last – Etta James (1960) - Blues

2. Unchained Melody – The Righteous Brothers (1965) - Soul

3. Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley (1961) - Pop

4. Endless Love – Diana Ross & Lionel Richie (1981) - R&B

5. Wonderful Tonight – Eric Clapton (1977) - Rock

6. Let’s Stay Together – Al Green (1972) - R&B/Soul

7. Your Song – Elton John (1970) - Pop

8. You Are So Beautiful – Joe Cocker (1974) - Rock

9. The Way You Look Tonight – Frank Sinatra (1964) - Jazz

10. Time After Time – Cyndi Lauper (1983) – Pop

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Reflecting on the Magic of the First Dance

Choosing your first dance song can feel like a monumental task. I mean, this is your song—the one that encapsulates everything you and your partner are about. It’s your love story in three to four minutes. No pressure, right? But, hey, don’t stress. The beauty of 2025 is that there’s no one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re into modern chart-toppers, old-school soul, or something uniquely you, there’s a song that fits like the perfect pair of wedding shoes. You know, the ones that feel comfy and look incredible.

For me, music is deeply personal. When I hear a song like “At Last” by Etta James or “Speechless” by Dan + Shay, I’m instantly transported to a place of warmth and emotion. Maybe you’re like me, wanting a song that tells a story, or maybe you’re after something fun and quirky that gets the party started. Either way, let’s explore some options that could turn your first dance into a moment that sticks with you forever.

3. Top 10 Slow First Dance Songs 2025

1. Perfect – Ed Sheeran (2017) - Pop

2. Forever After All – Luke Combs (2020) - Country

3. You Are the Reason – Calum Scott (2018) - Pop

4. Always Remember Us This Way – Lady Gaga (2018) - Pop/Country

5. Yours – Russell Dickerson (2015) - Country

6. Falling Like the Stars – James Arthur (2019) - Pop

7. Say You Won’t Let Go – James Arthur (2016) - Pop

8. Love Me Like You Do – Ellie Goulding (2015) - Pop

9. A Thousand Years – Christina Perri (2011) - Pop

10. I Get to Love You – Ruelle (2016) – Pop

4. Top 10 Movie Soundtrack First Dance Songs 2025

1. A Thousand Years – Christina Perri (2011) Twilight Saga

2. Shallow – Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper (2018) A Star is Born

3. All I Want is You – U2 (1998) Reality Bites

4. I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing – Aerosmith (1998) Armageddon

5. Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley (1961) Blue Hawaii

6. My Heart Will Go On – Celine Dion (1997) Titanic

7. Falling Slowly – Glen Hansard & Markéta Irglová (2007) Once

8. Take My Breath Away – Berlin (1986) Top Gun

9. The Power of Love – Huey Lewis & the News (1985) Back to the Future

10. Unchained Melody – Righteous Brothers (1965) Ghost

5. Top 10 Fun First Dance Songs 2025

1. Happy – Pharrell Williams (2013) - Pop

2. Shut Up and Dance – Walk the Moon (2014) - Pop/Rock

3. Marry You – Bruno Mars (2010) - Pop

4. Sugar – Maroon 5 (2014) - Pop

5. You Make My Dreams – Hall & Oates (1980) - Pop/Rock

6. Loving You Easy – Zac Brown Band (2015) - Country

7. Uptown Funk – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars (2014) - Funk/Pop

8. This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) – Natalie Cole (1975) - R&B

9. Everything – Michael Bublé (2007) - Pop

10. You’re the One That I Want – Olivia Newton-John & John Travolta (1978) – Pop

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Tips for Choosing Your First Dance Song

Alright, now that you’ve got some inspiration, let’s talk strategy. Picking your first dance song isn’t just about finding the one that’s popular—it’s about finding your song. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

Reflect on your relationship: What songs have been part of your story? The one that played on your first date, or the song that was playing when you realized you were in love?

Consider the vibe: Do you want your dance to be slow and intimate, or fun and upbeat? The song you choose will set the tone. 

Don’t overthink it: Seriously, don’t stress. The most important thing is that the song resonates with both of you.

6. Top 10 R&B First Dance Songs 2025

1. Best Part – Daniel Caesar ft. H.E.R. (2017) - R&B

2. We Belong Together – Mariah Carey (2005) - R&B

3. On Bended Knee – Boyz II Men (1994) - R&B

4. Love on Top – Beyoncé (2011) - R&B

5. You and I – John Legend (2014) - R&B

6. If I Ain’t Got You – Alicia Keys (2003) - R&B

7. No One – Alicia Keys (2007) - R&B

8. Adorn – Miguel (2012) - R&B

9. Back at One – Brian McKnight (1999) - R&B

10. Forever My Lady – Jodeci (1991) - R&B

7. Top 10 Folk First Dance Songs 2025

1. Home – Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros (2009) - Indie/Folk

2. I Will Wait – Mumford & Sons (2012) - Folk Rock

3. You Are the Best Thing – Ray LaMontagne (2008) - Folk Rock

4. Ho Hey – The Lumineers (2012) - Indie Folk

5. Bloom – The Paper Kites (2010) - Indie/Folk

6. Better Together – Jack Johnson (2005) - Folk

7. Harvest Moon – Neil Young (1992) - Folk Rock

8. The Wedding Song – Angus & Julia Stone (2010) - Folk

9. First Day of My Life – Bright Eyes (2005) - Indie Folk

10. Songbird – Fleetwood Mac (1977) - Folk Rock

8. Top 10 Beach First Dance Songs 2025

1. Better Together – Jack Johnson (2005) - Folk

2. Somewhere Over the Rainbow – Israel Kamakawiwo’ole (1993) - Hawaiian Folk

3. Say Hey (I Love You) – Michael Franti & Spearhead (2008) - Reggae/Pop

4. Lucky – Jason Mraz ft. Colbie Caillat (2008) - Pop

5. Three Little Birds – Bob Marley (1977) - Reggae

6. I’m Yours – Jason Mraz (2008) - Pop

7. Banana Pancakes – Jack Johnson (2005) - Folk/Pop

8. Better Life – Keith Urban (2004) - Country

9. The Way You Look Tonight – Frank Sinatra (1964) - Jazz

10. One Love – Bob Marley (1977) – Reggae

9. Top 10 Country First Dance Songs 2025

1. Speechless – Dan + Shay (2018) - Country

2. Forever After All – Luke Combs (2020) - Country

3. In Case You Didn’t Know – Brett Young (2017) - Country

4. Heaven – Kane Brown (2017) - Country

5. Die a Happy Man – Thomas Rhett (2015) - Country

6. From the Ground Up – Dan + Shay (2016) - Country

7. Bless the Broken Road – Rascal Flatts (2004) - Country

8. Amazed – Lonestar (1999) - Country

9. I Don’t Dance – Lee Brice (2014) - Country

10. She’s Everything – Brad Paisley (2006) – Country

10. Top 10 Wanderlust First Dance Songs 2025

1. Home – Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros (2009) - Indie/Folk

2. 500 Miles – The Proclaimers (1988) - Pop

3. Love Like This – Ben Rector (2018) - Indie

4. Good Life – OneRepublic (2010) - Pop/Rock

5. Send Me on My Way – Rusted Root (1992) - Worldbeat

6. Come Away with Me – Norah Jones (2002) - Jazz/Pop

7. Paris in the Rain – Lauv (2017) - Pop

8. Travelling Song – Passenger (2016) - Indie/Folk

9. Ho Hey – The Lumineers (2012) - Indie Folk

10. Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles (1969) - Folk/Pop

Wrapping It Up

Your first dance is one of those wedding moments that will live in your memory forever. Whether you choose a classic like “At Last” or a modern hit like “Lover,” the song you pick should make you feel all the feels.

So, take a deep breath, close your eyes, and picture that moment with your partner. Whatever song comes to mind, that’s probably the one.

Now, go create the playlist of your life, and dance like no one’s watching (but everyone’s totally watching, and they’re in awe).