Contemporary Wedding Songs | Wedding Bands
2015 promises to be an amazing year for weddings, and there is a great range of music suitable for using as contemporary wedding songs available. Many couples are looking for out of the way venues and creative ways to express their love. Some of the biggest trends that are developing this year are large ranch-style weddings with a huge focus on good food, fun and laughter. We are also seeing a lot more night-time weddings for couples that like to stay out late and celebrate their love under the stars.
The one thing all these weddings will have in common is great music. The contemporary wedding songs of 2015 consist of mostly fun, upbeat songs with a few classics, and a few soft and romantic tunes thrown in. This list is split up into categories to help you visualize how your ceremony could come together around these songs.
Processional Songs
These songs were made for walking down the aisle.
"How Long Will I Love You" by Ellie Goulding
This song is so sweetly pure and romantic that is sure to have an impact. The way it builds on itself makes it the perfect choice for an unforgettable processional.
Notable Lyrics: How long will I love you?/As long as stars are above you/And longer, if I can.
"A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri
Originally released in 2011, this song had to be included on this list because it is still one of the most popular wedding songs ever. Both the lyric version and the instrumental versions are perfect for walking down the aisle, exchanging rings, dancing - this song pretty much covers it all.
Notable Lyrics: And all along I believed I would find you/Time has brought your heart to me/I have loved you for a thousand years/I'll love you for a thousand more
Ceremony
These songs are perfect to be used during the ceremony because of their heartfelt lyrics and tender music.
"All of Me" by John Legend
This song has such a tender message to it, making it perfect for a candle lighting or sand ceremony. It is guaranteed to make guests tear up while they watch the lucky couple stare longingly into each other's eyes.
Notable Lyrics: Cause all of me/Loves all of you/Love your curves and all your edges/All your perfect imperfections/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/Cause I give you all of me/And you give me all of you
"Make You Feel My Love" by Adele
This song is as sweet and touching as it is bold. It is the kind of song that jumps right out and pulls at the heartstrings. It is perfect for candle lighting or sand ceremonies, or exchanging rings.
Notable Lyrics: When the evening shadows and the stars appear,/And there is no one there to dry your tears,/I could hold you for a million years/To make you feel my love.
Recessional
Though a traditional recessional is still very respectable, modern trends lean more toward a dance off from the altar. The happy couple leads their wedding party, and even the guests, in an upbeat, fun dance as they walk up the aisle. It is the ultimate celebration of the new life they have started.
"Geronimo" by Sheppard
This is a great out of the ordinary dance-off recessional song. It conveys the feeling that something so right has finally happened. This is a fun song for couples that love to jump in with both feet.
Notable Lyrics: When I lost it/Yeah you held my hand,/But I tossed it,/Didn't understand,/You were waiting,/As I dove into the waterfall.
"Walking on Sunshine" by Katrina & The Waves
Admittedly, this is not a new song, but it really is a song that has stood the test of time. It made this list because of the great imagery of a couple leaving the altar and walking on sunshine together. It is the ultimate celebration song. It says, "Yes! We did it!"
Notable Lyrics: I used to think maybe you love me; now baby I'm sure
First Dance
The first dance at the reception is just as important to some couples as that first kiss at the altar. Whether you plan to choreograph a routine or just hit the floor in each other's arms, these songs have the lyrics an the music that will show your guests exactly how you feel.
"Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran
This is the ultimate song for a first dance. It is sweet, romantic, and just a little bit sexy. It will get every couple in the room looking at each other and thinking about forever love.
Notable Lyrics: When my hair's all but gone and my memory fades/And the crowds don't remember my name/When my hands don't play the strings the same way/I know you will still love me the same
"Unconditionally" by Katy Perry
This song has hard hitting music and a gorgeous message. This is a great first dance song for couples that want all eyes on them while they take to the floor as a married couple for the first time.
Notable Lyrics: Unconditional, unconditionally/I will love you unconditionally/There is no fear now/Let go and just be free/I will love you unconditionally
Reception
A great reception will be filled with a variety of music. It is best to have a good mix of dance hits and slow, sweet songs. These two songs were practically made for wedding receptions.
"Best Day of My Life" by American Authors
This song is super upbeat and fun. It perfectly expresses the joy and excitement a new couple feels, and has the added bonus of bringing a lot of energy to a reception.
Notable Lyrics: I'm never gonna look back/Whoa, I'm never gonna give it up/No, please don't wake me now
"I Choose You" by Sarah Bareilles
This is a great song to draw all of the couples onto the dance floor. With these sweet lyrics and a peppy beat it is a perfect in-between song for the reception.
Notable Lyrics: Tell the world that we finally got it all right/I choose you/I will become yours and you will become mine/I choose you
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