15 Perfect Songs for Your Perfect Day!
Happy New Year! I’ve already messed up writing the
date about 8 times at work today. :)
I had a TON of friends get engaged or married over the
holidays, (Congratulations!!) so I thought it would be a perfect time to post
this list I’ve been compiling—especially since there are 15 songs for your 2015
wedding!
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| All our wedding photos by the wonderful Bethany McGrath at BKPhoto, link at bottom of page! |
15 Perfect Wedding Songs For Your Perfect Day
My goal was to include songs that aren’t just “different
to be different” since I would still want your wedding songs to reflect the
special day in your life that you’re celebrating….BUT I also wanted at least a
few of these to be songs you may not have thought of including or possibly
never even heard before.
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| Plus, I love a good opportunity to shamelessly show off our wedding pics. ;) |
Ceremony Songs
The Parents/Grandparents Processional
Instrumental, by Brian Crain
*Beautiful & classic, but not stuffy or too formal
The Wedding Party Processional
Sung by Christina Perry, but this would also be great
as an instrumental choice
The Bride’s Entrance
Sung by Ed Sheeran, from his album X
* This song is one of my favorite things right now. I wish it had been released before our wedding, but alas it was not. I'm trying to think of other occasions I can sneak it into. My parents' 30th anniversary is coming up...???
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| Lighting our unity candle |
The Unity Candle/Sand/Box/Etc
Sung by Jon Troast, from his album Second Story
*Seems like everyone is personalizing this part of their ceremony these days--and I love it! Seal a box with a bottle of wine & love letters for your first fight, plant a seed together, tie a love knot, whatever represents you two!
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| My sister & Ricky's brother--hilarious exit! |
Recessional
Sung By Phillip Phillips
During the Sappy Wedding Video (If That’s Your
Style-It Was Mine!)
Sung by Ron Pope
*Play behind a video of your proposal or photos of
your relationship—could do this during the rehearsal instead of the wedding if
you prefer!
Reception
“Special” Songs
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| My maids of honor, about to "reel in" Ricky's best man! |
Wedding Party Entrance
Sung by the Black Eyed Peas
*Have little dance moves semi-planned in advance for
you & your party—it’s more fun for everyone!
First Dance
Sung by Runner Runner
*Warning-this video may make you cry. In a good way, but still.
OR
Sung by Safetysuit
*Both are beautiful and the lyrics are a perfect prelude to the rest of your lives together.
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| Me & my daddy |
Father/Daughter Dance
Sung by Michael W. Smith
*If your name is Anna and you haven’t heard this song
yet, you are totally missing out. You will likely cry.
If your name is not Anna but you love this song,
consider having a live musician sing this and replace “Anna” with your own
name.
OR
Sung by Natalie Merchant
*For those of you who would rather do a tribute to
your father instead of him doing one to you.
Sung by Hunter Parrish, from his album Guessing Games
When to Play It—During the Mother/Son dance
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| My mom (in the silver-she knows how to boogie!) |
Tribute To Your Mom
Sung by Taylor Swift
*Play later in the night for moms & daughters
(Because the moms of the brides don’t really get a spotlight moment like the
dads do, and they deserve it!)
Bouquet Toss
Sung By Rihanna
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| Eye on the prize! |
* Look, I'm not saying that there's anything wrong with "Single Ladies." It's a fun, appropriate song. I'm just saying that it isn't the only fish in the sea. :)
Garter Toss
Sung by the Glee Cast
*Seriously. Whatever your feelings are on Glee, this song is amazing and hilarious. Close your eyes and listen that way if the high school drama turns you off.
Photos by the lovely BK Photo, facebook link here
So there you have it! 15 great options for your 2015 wedding!
Which are your favorites? Were any of them new to you? Are YOU getting married in 2015 as well?
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XOXO,
Jaclyn
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