The Best Songs for Your Wedding Reception in 2025

Your wedding reception is the ultimate celebration - a time to let loose, hit the dance floor, and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. The right wedding reception songs set the tone for the night, blending romance, nostalgia, and high-energy hits that keep everyone moving. Whether you're looking for the perfect father-daughter dance songs, upbeat party anthems, or emotional slow dances, we've put together the ultimate wedding songs list for 2025. 

Romantic Classics & First Dance Favourites

Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles A bright and uplifting tune that sets the perfect feel-good tone for your big day.

Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley A timeless love ballad that captures the magic of true devotion. Perfect for your wedding ceremony music or a dreamy first dance.

Everywhere – Fleetwood Mac Dreamy, joyful, and made for twirling around the dance floor with your love.

How Long Will I Love You – Ellie Goulding

A delicate and heartfelt track that’s perfect for those emotional wedding moments.

Simply The Best – Tina Turner

A powerhouse love anthem, ideal for couples who want to declare their love in style.

You Are The Best Thing – Ray LaMontagne

A soulful, feel-good love song that radiates warmth and happiness. One of the best wedding songs to celebrate love.

Love Story – Taylor Swift

For couples who believe in fairy tales, this song brings all the romantic nostalgia.

Can’t Take My Eyes Off You – Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons A smooth classic that builds into an irresistible singalong moment.

Isn’t She Lovely – Stevie Wonder Perfect for celebrating love, beauty, and a wonderful pick for father-daughter dance songs.

A Thousand Years – Christina Perri A tearjerking favourite that beautifully captures everlasting love. A go-to choice for the best music for a wedding video.

Thinking Out Loud – Ed Sheeran A modern classic for slow-dancing and heartfelt singalongs.

I’m Yours – Jason Mraz Laid-back, cheerful, and full of love - ideal for a relaxed, happy vibe.

Swing, Soul & Feel-Good Classics

New York, New York – Frank Sinatra A timeless showstopper, perfect for a big, celebratory singalong.

Can You Feel the Love Tonight? – Elton John

A heartfelt ballad that’s pure romance from start to finish.

That’s Amore – Dean Martin An old-school charmer that brings a touch of vintage romance.

We Are Family – Sister Sledge

A wedding dance song essential - because love is about family too!

September – Earth, Wind & Fire An instant crowd-pleaser that gets every generation on the dance floor.

High-Energy Dance Floor Hits

Crazy In Love – Beyoncé ft. Jay-Z An electrifying party starter that guarantees hands in the air.

I Wanna Dance With Somebody – Whitney Houston One of the best wedding songs to get everyone singing and dancing.

I’m Coming Out – Diana Ross A celebration of love, joy, and stepping into a new chapter of life.

Treasure – Bruno Mars Smooth, funky, and effortlessly cool - just like your wedding night should be!

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! – ABBA A disco favourite that gets the whole room moving (and shouting along).

I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor A powerful anthem for strength, joy, and dancing like nobody’s watching.

Uptown Funk – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars Funky, fresh, and impossible to resist - a guaranteed dance floor hit.

Superstar – Jamelia A feel-good bop that makes everyone feel like the star of the night.

From soulful ballads to all-out party anthems, these wedding reception songs are guaranteed to bring joy, love, and plenty of dancing to your special day. Whether you're swaying under the fairy lights or leading a full-blown dance-off, the right music makes every moment even more magical. 

Looking for the best music for your wedding video or a live band to bring these hits to life? Supertonic specialises in delivering high-energy performances that turn celebrations into legendary nights. Get in touch, and let’s make your wedding soundtrack unforgettable.